Pennridge native Torpey celebrates a Homecoming at Puck Sep 3, 2008
"It happened slowly. I slowly started getting out of the way and just enjoying myself. It's a real gift to perform and it's just fun." Inspired by storytelling artists such as Stevie Wonder, Eva Cassidy, Lisa Loeb and Jill Sobule - and often accompanied only by guitar and her boyfriend Hamilton von Watts on keyboards - Torpey offers intimate, personal stories and imbues them with positive messages. "I wanted to write stories that are uplifting or relatable that everybody goes through and can... (Springfield Sun, PA)
The Verve Storms To No. 1 U.K. Debut Sep 2, 2008
The late American vocalist Eva Cassidy got another posthumous album success as "Somewhere" (Blix Street) arrived at No. 4, and the new Michael Jackson compilation "King of Pop" (Epic/Sony BMG) landed at No. 5. Also new inside the top 10 were the Game's third album "L.A.X." (Geffen) at No. 9, and singer/songwriter Teddy Thompson's most successful release to date, "A Piece of What You Need" (Blue Thumb/Universal) at No. 10. (Billboard.com)
Releases on the Horizon for Aug. 21 Aug 28, 2008
Eva Cassidy, "Somewhere". Motorhead, "Motorizer". (Carroll County Times)
New releases Aug 25, 2008
Classical: Simone Dinnerstein/ The Berlin Concert (Telarc)Soundtrack: Gypsy/ Patti LuPone (Time Life Entertainment)Folk: Eva Cassidy/ Somewhere (Blix Street)Rap: Lax/ The Game (Geffen Records)Alternative: Dragonforce/ Ultra Beatdown (Roadrunner Records)Blues: BB King/ One Kind Favor (Geffen Records)Christian Rock: Decemberadio/ Satisfied (Word Entertainment)R&B: Solange/ Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams (Geffen Records)Rock: Matthew Sweet/ Sunshine Lies (Shout Factory). VIDEO GAMES -... (Boston Globe)
Snoqualmie, unplugged Jul 24, 2008
Inspired by the likes of James Taylor, Dave Matthews Band, Nickel Creek, Eva Cassidy and Sting, Bellevue siblings Jillian and Collin Devereaux use their soothing voices to give life to original lyrics with universal themes. Singer and guitarist Collin, 21, who writes the music and co-creates lyrics with Jillian, 24, describes their sound as "almost a mix of John Mayer and Sarah McLachlan." Joshua White, a percussionist the pair met at church, will join them on the drums. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
After 'American Idol,' David Archuleta can still beat David Cook ... May 28, 2008
DA, on the other hand, chose Eva Cassidy, a relatively unknown but critically acclaimed artist with a diverse repertoire. DA is very special and I can't wait to see what this gifted artist has in store for us. (Los Angeles Times)
Is it taboo for prominent women to attack their peers? May 20, 2008
Love: Sex and the City , Project Runway, ice cream, weepy movies like Joy Luck Club , singer-songwriters like Duffy, Eva Cassidy and John Hiatt (plusses in the chick column). Also love: Dr. Who, Fight Club , good murder mysteries, almost all of the comic-based movies (Spiderman, X-Men, Hellboy, etc) economics, politics, science, and angry-14-year-old-boy music like Everclear and Foo Fighters (evidently, minuses in the chick column). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Could the taste of your wine be down to red, white and blues? May 15, 2008
MUSIC RECOMMENDATIONS Cabernet Sauvignon: All Along The Watchtower (Jimi Hendrix), Honky Tonk Woman (Rolling Stones), Live And Let Die (Paul McCartney and Wings), Won't Get Fooled Again (The Who) Chardonnay: Atomic (Blondie), Rock DJ (Robbie Williams), What's Love Got To Do With It (Tina Turner), Spinning Around (Kylie Minogue) Syrah: Nessun Dorma (Puccini), Orinoco Flow (Enya), Chariots Of Fire (Vangelis), Canon (Johann Pachelbel) Merlot: Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay (Otis Redding), Easy... (BBC News -- UK)
Cab Sav and Hendrix May 15, 2008
Last Updated: 08:07am 15 May 2008. 6 24 SPONSORED LINKS. (iAfrica.com)
Of wine and song May 15, 2008
" The effect, however, was greater with the red. "I suspect it's because red wine is a much more complex thing to judge, so whenever people are making the decision they'll find whatever clues are available in their environment," said Prof. North. Over all, the music shifted the perception of the wine in the direction of the music's mood by an average of 37.25 per cent. The average for white wine was 32.25 per cent and for red 42.25 per cent. Listen while you sip Suggestions from Chilean... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Rolling Stones With Your Wine? May 15, 2008
- Merlot: "Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay" by Otis Redding; "Easy" by Lionel Ritchie; "Over The Rainbow" by Eva Cassidy; "Heartbeats" by Jose Gonzalez. - AFP/sh. (Channelnewsasia.com)
In Idol-like form, Leona Lewis wins big Apr 18, 2008
"I first studied classical, and then went into jazz and blues," said Lewis, who cites American vocalists such as Eva Cassidy and Minnie Riperton as influences and is signed to Cowell's Syco Music. Lewis' "Spirit" also represents the first full-on partnership between Cowell and Clive Davis' J Records. (Los Angeles Times)
Hometown gal gets the boot Feb 29, 2008
And it seems David Archuleta s version of Imagine was closer to that of the late jazz-pop singer Eva Cassidy ... I tried the Eva Cassidy link Rodney but it took me nowhere. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
David Archuleta's 'Imagine' wasn't just imagined up Feb 28, 2008
David Archuleta wows everyone on Lennon's classic with an original interpretion -- by the late Eva Cassidy ... The person with that experience was Eva Cassidy. (Los Angeles Times)
Low-down on the top 10 guys Feb 28, 2008
Perhaps though, he should not receive credit for the rendition of the song; as it sounded like the amazing Eva Cassidy s version of it ... Eva Cassidy sang that arrangement awhile back ... Also, thanks for acknowledging the late Eva Cassidy s version of Imagine : She was an amazing singer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Mad about the girl Jan 27, 2008
Of all the gobby new girls, only Adele's bewitching singing voice has the enigmatic quality which causes tears of involuntary emotion to splash down your face in the way Eva Cassidy's did before her ... Aged 11, she moved with her mum and new stepdad to West Norwood in south London, where new friends introduced her to RDestiny's Child, Faith Evans and P Diddy, while she discovered, independently, Eva Cassidy, Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald, all of whom she could impersonate. (Guardian Unlimited)
Sound of 2008Meet teenage soul singer Adele, voted music's best new star Jan 4, 2008
Adele - she is known by her first name - namechecks everyone from Jill Scott and Eva Cassidy to the Spice Girls and East 17 as influences. But the pivotal moment in her development came when she was 13 or 14, when she tried to impress her friends by buying Etta James and Ella Fitzgerald CDs. (BBC News -- UK)
Leon Jackson completes X Factor Christmas hat-trick Dec 25, 2007
Previous X Factor winner Lewis is placed third in the Christmas chart with Bleeding Love, one position below a 'duet' between Katie Melua and the late Eva Cassidy. The old Pogues and Kirsty MacColl hit, Fairytale Of New York, completed the top four after BBC Radio One offered the single a publicity boost. (Times Online)
'X-Factor' Alums Rule U.K. Holiday Charts Dec 25, 2007
Last week's No. 1, "What a Wonderful World" (Dramatico) by Eva Cassidy & Katie Melua, fell to No. 2, while Lewis herself dipped 2-3 with the former chart-topper "Bleeding Love." "Fairytale of New York" (Warner Bros. by the Pogues featuring Kirsty MacColl rose again 8-4. (Billboard.com)
Festive double for X Factor stars Dec 25, 2007
Jackson's song When You Believe knocked What a Wonderful World by Eva Cassidy and Katie Melua into second place ... Eva Cassidy/Katie Melua, What a Wonderful World 3. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Gloves off!Festive songs fight for the coveted Christmas number one Dec 20, 2007
KATIE MELUA AND EVA CASSIDY - WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD. Form: Pulling on the collective Christmas heart strings this year is Katie Melua's duet with the late singer Eva Cassidy. (BBC News -- UK)
Melua At Number One Dec 18, 2007
Katie Melua has topped the singles chart collaborating with Eva Cassidy on What A Wonderful World. Also high in the countdown was Soulja Boys irrepressible dance-along smash Crank That which hit number 3. (MTV.uk)
Melua/Cassidy Duet Tops U.K. Singles Chart Dec 18, 2007
Paul Sexton, London An "electronic duet" charity version of Louis Armstrong's 1968 U.K. No. 1 "What a Wonderful World" by Katie Melua and the late Eva Cassidy has repeated the feat of the original and gone to the top of the British singles chart. Released on Dramatico and available exclusively through retailer Tesco, all profits from the single are going to the British Red Cross. (Billboard.com)
X Factor: Upset as Leon wins Dec 17, 2007
X Factor 13% Shaun The Sheep 41% Blake 2% The Fraggles 9% Eva Cassidy and Katie Melua 16% Status Quo 19. Poll has now ended. (Manchester Evening News)
Melua duet ends Lewis's chart run Dec 17, 2007
What A Wonderful World, Katie Melua's charity duet with the late Eva Cassidy, has displaced Leona Lewis at the top of the UK singles chart after seven weeks ... Katie Melua and Eva Cassidy - What A Wonderful World 2. (BBC News -- UK)
Eva Cassidy set for number one Dec 14, 2007
What A Wonderful World, Katie Melua's charity duet with the late Eva Cassidy, will top the UK singles chart this weekend, midweek sales data suggests. According to Music Week, their version of the Louis Armstrong song will knock Bleeding Love by Leona Lewis off the top spot after seven straight weeks. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Eva Cassidy biopic in the works Dec 13, 2007
is tuning up a biopic of Eva Cassidy, whose music did not make an impact until a posthumous album became a hit in the U.K.. Virtually unknown outside her native D.C., Cassidy drew her biggest success six years after her 1996 death from melanoma at the age of 33. (Variety)
'X Factor': Niki Evans Dec 11, 2007
"I don't really understand why Simon said that, because when I did 'Fields of Gold', everyone liked it. That's what Louis had in his head when he picked 'Songbird' for me. You know, if I was making an album, I'd probably go down the Eva Cassidy route, and I was just trying to show two different sides of me. At the end of the day, you can't just belt out humongous songs all the time - and even belting it out didn't save me, did it?". Do you think you were judged fairly throughout the competition. (Digital Spy)
Adele arrives Nov 23, 2007
"I was into Korn, and I'd never even heard of Ella Fitzgerald - I only bought her album to be cool. But I was blown away by it, and when I was 13 I discovered I could hold the same notes as Eva Cassidy - I could control my voice. Then I started writing songs.". When she appeared on Later, she was so nervous she kept her eyes wide open, rather than closing them as she normally does when singing. (Guardian Unlimited)
Vicky Emerson to kick off Public Radio Celebration Concert Series Oct 26, 2007
"Over the past few years fans and music critics alike have taken notice of Emerson's unique musical style. The Minneapolis Star Tribune dubbed her "a Lilith Fair-style folkie," while the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel called Emerson piano-playing Terri Hendrix." Comparisons have also ranged from Cowboy Junkies to Eva Cassidy, but the most accurate vocal likeness is to a legendary blues singer. Producer Matthew Freed agreed by saying, "Vicky's voice has a body and character which is rare and I... (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
A little lost in the heart of success Sep 27, 2007
" Melua was born in Georgia in the former Soviet Union but raised in Britain from the age of eight. She went to the BRITschool of Performing Arts in Croydon, where Batt spotted her. The musical impresario was looking for someone in the style of the late Eva Cassidy to perform his songs, and was won over by the then 18-year-old Melua's tribute to Cassidy, Faraway Voice. Her meeting with Batt changed her life. Unable to interest major record companies in what was a decidedly retro-styled project,... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Music for the masses Sep 24, 2007
Through the years, the New York native has established herself as one of the most unique artistes to grace popular music charts with her music covered by Miles Davis and Eva Cassidy even. This single disc package has one crucial inclusion The Goonies R Good Enough which her previous hits compilation in the early 1990s seemed to have conveniently left out. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
SingFest 2007 boasts big-name lineup Jul 30, 2007
Her albums have sold millions worldwide since their release and have been covered by many the likes of John Mayer, Phil Collins, Pearl Jam and Eva Cassidy. This 54-year-old Grammy-award winner just launched in June her True Colors Tour 2007 in the United States and Canada with Erasure, Deborah Harry and Rufus Wainwright as a charity concert to support equality for gays, lesbians and transgenders. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Chuck Brown Gets Back To 'Business'... Apr 21, 2007
Gail Mitchell, L.A. The untimely death of Eva Cassidy struck a deep chord with Chuck Brown. Washington, D.C.'s godfather of go-go had teamed with the pop/jazz singer on the 1995 release "The Other Side." "After we lost her, I didn't want to do anymore studio work," Brown tells Billboard. (Billboard.com)
General Brief Apr 21, 2007
She will sing a song arranged by Eva Cassidy, a composer who died of melanoma at the age 33. Her music style and recordings were not known until after her death. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Taking your child to rock concerts Mar 22, 2007
Our oldest loves Jeff Buckley, Eva Cassidy, Cheetah Girls, and Drivin and Cryin. Our middle daughter adores Vivaldi and Chopin, and she can darn near play them. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
'Alpha Dog': Cling to Me Jan 15, 2007
It begins with Eva Cassidy s sorrowful cover version of Over the Rainbow, as home-movie-looking images show children laughing and playing, with their families and celebrating holidays (romping on the beach and dancing in front of a Christmas tree: could the point be more obvious. . (PopMatters)
Meet the mini Allens ... Jan 13, 2007
After discovering the jazz section in HMV when she was just 12 ("all the grown ups were there and I wanted to be there too") and stacking up on Billie Holiday albums it was then only a short step before she discovered the joys of Ella Fitzgerald, Eva Cassidy and Carole King. She's currently set to release a single on suburban punk folkster Jamie T's record label, Pacemaker, in February, with a full album due in September. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Miley Cyrus leads a double life as 'Hannah' Jan 11, 2007
Now, Billy Ray, 45, compares her to Lucille Ball and mentions a rendition Miley sings of Over the Rainbow that's straight from late jazz singer Eva Cassidy. "She was born with a song," he says. (USA Today -- Life)
'My Grammy Moment' Jan 9, 2007
She loves listening to country, soul and blues for their warm, rich sounds, so it comes as no surprise that her favorite three artists are Shelly Fairchild, Eva Cassidy and Billy Currington. A few musicians currently on her playlists are Janis Joplin, Patty Griffin, Bobbie Gentry and Christina Aguilera. (CBS News -- Early Show)
