Artist description a hypnotic blend of World Beat Rhythms, R&B Grooves, and Extraordinary Vocal Stylings

Music Style R&B, World, Latin

Musical Influences Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Sting

Similar Artists Sade, Sting, Youssou N'Dour, Ofra Haza

Artist History Vardina Cohen is the only daughter of one of Israel's most reknowned musical families. Her brother Izhar is famous for winning the 1978 Eurovision, while other brother Hofni is a steadfast presence on the Israeli scene. Father Shlomo has enjoyed nearly half a century of worldwide success performing as "Suleiman the Great." In 1990 Vardina recorded and released her first solo project entitled "Derekh Atzmi" ("My Own Way") which contained a Number One cover of Sting's "Fragile" sung in both Hebrew and Arabic. On her latest release, "Mi Amar Sheh..." ("Says Who..."), Vardina teams up with husband and producer Zur Ben-Ze'ev for a collection of tunes that span the full spectrum of contemporary styles.

Group Members Zur Ben-Ze'ev-Bassist/Producer and Arranger. Tom Regis-Keyboards and Vocals. Jon Shapiro-Saxophones and Vocals. Roni Zadik-Drums and Percussion. Roni Iwryn-Percussion and Vocals. Yaron Behar-Keyboards. Haim Romano-Guitars and Bouzouki. Nikos Hadjopolous-Guest Violinist.

Instruments Keyboards, bass, drums, percussion, saxophones, violins, trumpets, bouzouki, guitars, etc...

Press Reviews "...a rare performer; crystal-clear, moving interpretations..."---Yediot Aharonot."...top-of-the-line production..."---Ma'ariv

Location Holon, israel - Israel

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