Jean Synodinos - acoustic guitar/vocals. The Fully Realized Men include Brad Houser (bass), Rob Hooper (drums) and Charles Rieser (guitar).
Influences
The Desert Island Disc list of Top Ten CDs is always in rotation. Right now, in no particular order: Time Without Consequence (Alexi Murdoch); Can You Still Feel (Jason Faulkner); 9 Objects of Desire (Suzanne Vega); Rain Dogs (Tom Waits); Meaningless (Jon Brion); Sandanista (The Clash); Trampoline (Joe Henry); Inspiration Information (Shuggie Otis); The Instigator (Rhett Miller); Peace Beyond Passion (Me'Shell Ndegeocello)
Jean Synodinos (that's sin-uh-DEE-nus) delivers "smart acoustic soul for the big kids in the room." Her voice has been hailed by critics as “big league,” and her award-winning writing (including Kerrville's New Folk competition) digs deep lyrically, moving from big affirmations to little ironies at the turn of a phrase. Deftly skating between genres, Jean jumps from pop to jazz to rock to blues in order to find the right groove and tone for each song. Known for her dynamic performances, she lives to “read the room” and deliver shows that keep audiences returning for more.
Following up on her acclaimed debut CD "Lucky", Jean recently released her new disc, "Breathe." Picking up where "Lucky" left off, "Breathe's" eleven tracks groove even harder musically and dig even deeper lyrically. The disc features thoroughbred performances by Charles Rieser on guitars (The Scabs, Boombox), Brad Houser on bass (Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians), and Rob Hooper on drums (Guy Forsythe).
Jean lives in Austin, TX with her husband, guitarist and producer Charles Rieser and their puppy Freida. She is always kind to animals and gardens in spite of repeated failures. A breast cancer survivor, it's her honor and privilege to remind everyone to be their own best advocates for their health care--and for the health of those they love.
WATCH THE NEW VIDEO-ETTE FOR YES (p.m.) (be sure to turn off the music playing above first!)
WHAT OTHERS SAY...
"As fine a vocalist as she is a composer, Synodinos' 'Lucky' is among the most overlooked albums of recent memory." --Margaret Moser, The Austin Chronicle
"One of Austin's true talents." --Dave Obermann, KUT-FM
Synodinos is amazing... She has some excellent moves as a songwriter and is an accomplished acoustic guitarist, but her big gun is the marvel that is her voice." --John Conquest, Third Coast Music
"Her deceptively angelic voice infuses her music with a soulful, sardonic edge." -- Dallas Morning News
What a SOUND!!!! Your phrasing is killer....must be all that Me'Shell you've been listening to. And the lyrics?! Wow, it's like you actually are writing with intention and not just trying to cram words into melodic phrases! Just moved to Austin. I'm going to catch one of your shows soon. Keep rockin' woman!
So glad that I got to see you and your husband perform at Mike's house. You have personality, intellect, and sass to spare- love it! What a voice- I so enjoy getting to witness such talent. Can't wait for our paths cross again. Until then, you rock!
It is just great to feature your music on show 131 of the Suffolk’n’Cool new music podcast. You can hear it at www.suffolkandcool.com (where you will find the track on the Shownotes page). Thanks so much for making it available and I hope you get even more richly deserved attention as a result. Do keep me in the loop with what’s happening. Peter
Jean, Thanks for the note. I'm happy to be a part of your afternoon. Very nice grooves! I was diggin on "Waiting for the Light to Change" when I was rudely interupted as soon as I clicked your Add Comment button. Myspace should let the music roll on while writing a comment!
Anyway, I feel a very nice vibe. While your song was playing, my wife said you remind her a little of Suzanne Vega (with a blues twist). I think your voice sounds smooth and original. I look forward to catching a show!
May I borrow some of YourSpace to promote MyCdRelease?
The all new, all original CRUELTY arrives Tuesday, July 29, and I'll celebrate with a show at Austin's legendary Cactus Cafe. It's free, aside from the $15 you'll certainly want to spend on the CD. Raina Rose opens at 8:30 pm, then Southpaw Jones performs in his finest suit, and nothing will ever be the same.
Check out the preview track on my profile page or southpawjones.com. Thanks for sharing YourSpace!
Hi Jean, La Grange, Texas is looking forward to your show at The Bugle Boy on Saturday, July 19th. Jean fans, get your tickets in advance at http://www.thebugleboy.com or call 1-800-838-3006.
Thanks for the friend invite! I see we have 12 friends in common and I'm impressed you know Corin Raymond of The Undesirables and Lenore!! Good to meet you! Michele
