Artist description A mix of alternative rock, R&B and folk with the lyrical intensity of Ani Difranco, the sensuality of Tori Amos, the vocal chops of Paula Cole. Danielle's taking on the biggies - Identity, Atonomy, Sexism, Racism... this recordis fearless.

Music Style Deep-Minded Alternative Rock with R&B/Funk Flavors

Musical Influences Ani Difranco, Tori Amos, Fiona Apple, Edna Swap, Gil Scott

Similar Artists Paula Cole, Ani Difranco, Tori Amos, Fiona Apple, Edna Swap, Gil Scott

Artist History Here's a real short version of Danielle's Herstory... you can get more on the website, www.DanielleandTheMasses.com This is Danielle's 2nd full-length CD. The 1st was never released. After a fair amount of back-and-forth between Record Companies, and a Great Deal of writing and singing for other artists, films, ETC!, (see webpage), she decided to open up that 20-year-old savings account and do it herself...with the help of brilliant friends/producers Michael James, Urban Olssen, and David Zeman, she recorded last year, set up her own company and here it IS! Danielle and her new band, The Masses, are releasing and promoting the new CD in her hometown, San Diego. So, come groove with us, stretch your mind while you rock OUT...check out the webpage for lots more info. We want to meet you! Peace

Group Members Richard 'Chef' R&B Sellars on drums; the 'Oh, YES!' Woman-with-BASS, Kelly Bowen; the smoooth and serious Stephen 'Hoops' Snyder on keys; the "Toy Man" Tre Balfour on percussion AND... the big 'n' lovely Keith Jefferson on Harmony Vocals

Instruments guitar, bass, keyboards, drums, percussion, vocals

Albums Dear Mr. Penis head, Blessed

Press Reviews "Danielle's music is raw and emotive, an impressive album for a new millennium where women will seize the music industry and turn itupside-down". - Ani Difranco. After seeing Danielle perform I was impressed with her intensity as a performer. Her ability to get behind a lyric was stunning, she lives every line. As an artistic performer I've yet to see better. - Tony Ferguson, A&R Interscope Records. Danielle LoPresti's "Dear Mr. Penis Head" will grab you, shake you around, and when she's done you won't be the same. Her lyrics will force you to think about things that may make you uncomfortable, but better for it. Not for the faint of heart but it will take yours if you give it the chance. Will you? - Brian Gary, cdlimits.com ..."Of course, some of the music was politically powerful. Danielle Lo Presti and The Masses - i.e., Eveoke Dance Troupe - were not to be missed. This dynamic diva sang from her soul, about emotionally charged issues of feminism, equal rights, racism, and succeeding from struggle. With expert lyrics and a ferocious voice, phenomenal musicians, choreography, and a lioness presence, Lo Presti embodied all that I'd hoped to experience in a celebration of life and overcoming oppression. Without her deserved standing ovation, my experience at Pride would have been just average..." - Update Magazine: Tea Time with Tryce - August 2, 2001

Location San Diego, CA - USA

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