Artist description Laura is best known as a unique singer with a 'golden' voice! It's not unusual for an audience member to remark that "she has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard".......really!! She is also a multi-instrumentalist who can be found performing on guitar, piano, congas, bass, harmonica and even foot tambourine. An energetic all-round performer....definitely an act to discover! Music Styles Laura's original music ranges from pop to rock to ethereal with a touch of classical. Vocally driven, this collection of music is inviting at every level.. ..though this is a voice you've never heard before!

Music Style Folk/World/Pop/EasyListening

Musical Influences Tori Amos, Jann Arden, Annie Lennox, Loreena McKennitt,

Similar Artists Sara McLachlan, Tori Amos, Jann Arden, Sheryl Crow, Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell

Artist History Laura has enjoyed a colorful musical background as a choral member, theatre performer, teacher, children's entertainer, church soloist and all around entertainer. Originally an Industrial Microbiologist, Laura left her day job to pursue her dream of being a full-time entertainer and recording artist....and......dreams really do come true! Laura has just released her debut CD SIMPLE THINGS as an independent artist in Toronto, Canada and is getting rave reviews. She can also be heard on CBC RADIO ONE across Canada. Laura's vocals will be what draw you to her music but her other instrumental talents will keep you wondering what she'll be up to next. A well known live performer in Toronto, Laura is also an original member of The AMANDA MARSHALL BAND. Another highlite of her career would be performing live with VINCE GILL! Laura is looking forward to the great musical opportunities that the internet is bringing to us all! Stop by and take a listen for yourself.Laura is also the creator of Toronto MP3 Radio, ( http://www.homestead.com/TorontoMP3Radio ) where she helps to promote other quality Toronto and Ontario artsists on mp3.com.

Instruments Laura performs on Lead and Backing Vocals, Congas, Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Harmonica and Foot Tambourine.

Albums SIMPLE THINGS: All songs composed by Laura Thomas, Engineered and Produced by Joe Passion (Except "Emily" and "Simple Things" by Karen Kane), Mastered by Rayburn Blake.

Press Reviews " Sometimes God isn't fair. People who sing as beautifully as Laura Thomas, shouldn't also be great writers. It doesn't leave much in the talent pool for the rest of us! Norm Hacking, Artistic Director Caledon Folk Festival. "One track was enough for making me want to try to review your album quite soon." ....."Den som overlever den fjolliga oppningslaten "My Little House" finner djupbottnande ballader som ofta vacker tanker till en Carole King. Pa titelsparet, "Dreams" och "Virginia" leds man in i en vackerat dekorerad varld. Det ar tillbakalutat, elegant, raffinerat......" Gert-Ove Fridlund Hallandsposten Onsdag 29 mar 2000 "Simple Things is a 47 minute treat for music lovers that's stuffed with intelligent lyrics, layered harmonies, pretty piano arpeggios, weepy harmonicas and dreamy strings" The Mississauga NewsJune 2000 " Simple Things is a well produced offering. I was really impressed with it's unique and refreshing original tunes. Laura is a quality performer, talented both vocally and instrumentally. I have particularly earmarked VIRGINIA, DREAMS and FORGIVE ME for their meaningful lyrics woven through haunting melodies. Congratulations! "Paul Coulter Colt Entertainment & Management

Additional Info Laura is an avid supporter of COVENANT HOUSE and runs musical events to raise money for this organization that helps provide street kids with a safe haven. If you'd like more info about Covenant House visit them at http://www.covenanthouse.com Thanks!

Location Toronto, Ontario - Canada

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