Artist description An electracoustic blending of several instruments, woven around compelling vocals and thought provoking lyrics to produce a warm yet powerful sound. Written and arranged by Esther Valentine

Music Style Alternative, celtic/rock, pop, folk

Musical Influences Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush, Beatles, Elton John, madrigals, classical, Cat Stevens

Similar Artists Shawn Colvin, Natalie Merchant, Elton John, Loreena McKennitt, Cat Stevens, Kate Bush, Beatles (harmonies), Lisa Loeb, Enya, Linda Ronstadt, Moody Blues

Artist History With a vocal dexterity and verse reminiscent of madrigals and troubadours, the music of Esther Valentine is emotionally charged and powerfully delivered with its memorable choruses and lush, liquid harmonies. It's simple, yet intricate, and philosophical, yet poetic, she sings of things seemingly forgotten (friendship, truth, the politics of every day life, dare I say love?), as well as many other things. Esther has worked with, amongst others, David Kershenbaum(Tracy Chapman's prod.), Paul Buckmaster (Elton John'sarranger), and Marc Tanner (prod., Shawn Colvin), Richard Burgess (keyboards, Kate Bush),and has numerous CD, film and TV credits. She is now pleased to release her long-awaited CD entitled "Can't Watch Yourself Dance." Listen, look, read along, and it will take you on an intoxicating journey, complete with compelling music, powerful lyrics, and beautiful Dali-esque artwork. What people said/are saying: "great songwriter," -former prod. for Pink Floyd; "positively divine," -Karen Goldman, best selling author of "The Angel Book," & "Angel Voices;" "I love all the elements in Esther's songs" - Muse Magazine; "Beautiful," - Parisian on the street, "Great voice" - Al Bundy; "@!#*!!*" - Mickey Hart (2nd cousin, really); "brings me back to the time when I listened to an album for days! I love ALL the songs." - Joe

Group Members The core members of the group are: Garrison White, acoustic guitar; Gregg Montante,electric guitar (also prod & mix credit); Robbie Myers, drums and percussion; Joe Caccavo, electric bass; Robin Rader, flute; and Connie Deeter, stand-up bass. Gregg Montante (elect. guitar) and Ken Allardyce also did some fine production and engineering work. See individual songs for the other fine musicians who appear on this CD.

Instruments Vocals, keyboards, acoustic and electric guitar, drums and percussion, electric and upright bass, cello, violin, viola, flute, accordion, and pennywhistle

Press Reviews "A tremendous, storytelling talent...original, fresh, and what makes independent artistry the finest in the world" -- Earbuzz..."Esther Valentine's 'Can't Watch Yourself Dance' is a stunning tribute to a rising West Coast talent. Vocally strong, with tremendous instrumental arrangements -- a must listen!" -- Album Review Digest..."A work that shows what a unique talent Esther is, immerse yourself in her gift" - Songwriter's Monthly; "Echoes of Enya" - Future Music; "A heavenly voice" - Goth's Not Dead;" I love all the elements of Esther's songs" - Muse Magazine; "Lovely!" - 8/13 Magazine

Location Sherman Oaks, California - USA

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