Gaby Moreno
Illustrated Songs
(Gaby Moreno and Ryan Freeland)
Gaby Moreno’s music crosses borders – between cultures, languages and musical genres. Moving with equal grace through the blues, pop and Latino styles, her music reflects contemporary America’s multicultural richness while resurrecting traditionally historic vaudevillian sensibilities. Combining a vision that embraces all of these musical styles with her distinctive soulful voice, this enchanting Guatemalan singer-songwriter has gained notoriety and popular acclaim. The inventive orchestrations of Gaby Moreno’s sophomore efforts Illustrated Songs highlights the maturity and innovation of a truly unique artist. The album showcases remarkable growth for the young artist. Moreno’s bilingual lyrics along with her passion for the blues ignite a spell which intoxicates the listener. Reflecting the diverse and quirky spirit of the vaudeville age, this album transports us to a time of whimsical delight. The album opens with Intento, which is set to a Latin pop rhythm. Moreno’s wistful vocals take us back to a simpler time. Sing Me Life showcases her ability to re-purpose other funk and soulful styles to suit her distinctive sensibility. The track No Regrets serves as a platform for Moreno’s roguish vocals all the while the song displays electric honesty that provides this album with strong nostalgic richness.
For a little taste of her talent:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6pQkmkeVCY
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