Alicia Sales

(Toronto, January 26, 2009) – Pop/rock singer Alicia Sales launched her solo career in style in front of a packed house at Toronto’s Gladstone Hotel January 21st at her Debut CD Release Party. The Haliburton native – turned Torontonian, along with her four- piece band, delivered a flawless performance of 10 original songs from her new self-titled pop/rock album.

Alicia was making the jump from lead singer of the popular Dixie Chicks tribute band “Dixie Chicklets” in her solo pop/rock debut.

Putting the audience immediately on notice that she wasn’t easing gently into Canada’s pop/rock scene, Alicia started off with a belting rendition of the emotional and gut-wrenching rock tune “Break Me”. Having caught the audience’s attention Alicia smoothly switched into the fast and lilting “Your Own Eyes,” that was followed by the slow and almost hypnotizing “Used to Be”. With the crowd fully engaged Alicia and her well oiled band continued performing each tune to perfection.

All ten original songs on Alicia’s self titled album were written by her. “This album has something for everyone in it,” said Alicia. “From humour, to laughter to sadness, I think everyone can relate in one way or another to its lyrics. Sometimes when people can’t fully express themselves with words, they can find a song that expresses better what they are feeling. They can then lean on and rely on that song to help them through whatever may be going on in their life, either positively or negatively,” added Alicia.

Well known local musicians Ryan Chalmers and Joe Arnup were on stage backing up Alicia for the exciting performance. Having already played throughout the world with the Dixie Chicklets, Alicia will be soon launching a solo tour to promote her new CD. Plans also call for her to secure a record label to help her reach the next stage. Copies of “Alicia Sales” can be purchased on her website at www.AliciaSales.com.

For further information, please contact:

Alicia Sales
(647) 637-4838 Jackie Cousins / JDC Management 416-543-7700

aliciasinger@hotmail.com jackiecousins@sympatico.ca



- JDC Managment

(Toronto, ON, January 5, 2009) - Independent music artist Alicia Sales releases her self-titled debut CD on Wednesday, January 21, 2008 at 7 p.m. at the Gladstone Hotel Ballroom, 1214 Queen Street West, in Toronto.

Each track on Sales’ album features the voice and vision of this new artist who writes and co-writes her own songs. Her strong vocals, described as “irresistible”, “unique”, “powerful”, and “awesome,” combined with her compelling lyrics and talented stage band, are sure to see her recognized as one of Canada’s top new pop/rock talents in 2009.

Members of the media, recording industry representatives, colleagues and friends will be on hand to see Alicia perform ten original songs at the CD Release Party.

Already receiving extensive radio play from select pre-released recordings, Alicia’s song “Who You Are” was noticed internationally and is now on a DVD promoting Australia’s tourism industry. The song “Break Me” is being considered for an upcoming Los Angeles film production. Her original sound has been compared to Cheryl Crow, Heart, and Jewel.

As lead vocalist for the popular tribute band, “Dixie Chicklets,” Alicia’s strong vocal performances in front of large audiences across North America have easily propelled her into the spotlight as a fresh, dynamic young talent.

Born into a musical family in Haliburton, Ontario, Alicia was a crowd favourite as a youngster at local fairs and community events. By age eleven, Alicia was making waves in the local press and music community, and was chosen by Randall Prescott, Canada’s then CCMA Producer of the Year, to record on a children’s album for Sony. As a teen, Alicia entertained large audiences at festivals and gained stage experience in the country / rock band, Summerwind.

As a solo artist Alicia has performed her original material at several Toronto-area venues while writing and collaborating on lyrics, music and various recording projects.

Together with her captivating stage presence and engaging personality Alicia is one to watch as an ‘up and comer’ on the Canadian pop/rock music scene in 2009. Previews of Alicia’s exciting, new self-titled album can be heard on her website at www.aliciasales.com.

What: Alicia Sales’ Debut CD Release Party

When: Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Media & VIP Reception: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Performance: 7:30 p.m.

Where: Gladstone Hotel Ballroom
1214 Queen Street West, Toronto
(Just east of Dufferin St.)

Who: New recording artist Alicia Sales
Recording industry VIPs

Contacts:

Alicia Sales (647) 637-4838 Bradley Sales (705) 457-1736
aliciasinger@hotmail.com cordells@sympatico.ca
- Media

TORONTO, ON – Independent artist Alicia Sales is set to release on January 21, her debut original ten song disc. Produced in Toronto at Tattoo Studios, the self-titled album consists of ten powerful pop/rock tracks. Each track on Sales’ album features the voice and vision of this new artist who writes and co-writes her own songs. The CD is already available on Sales’ website, or through iTunes.
The release of this LP marks a milestone for Sales who got her start when she was eleven and recorded “Snoopy’s Country” for Sony. Sales has kept up a hectic touring schedule fronting with different bands and playing festivals, club dates and theatre shows in Canada and the U.S. Her original music was on the regular playlist of rock station 93.5 Moose FM after “Cold Soup” won a spot on the station’s Moosetracks compilation CD. Listeners of 100.9 Canoe FM in Haliburton will recognize several tracks on the album including the single, “Trip and Stumble”.
As a tribute to her northern Ontario roots, a donation of $1 per CD sold in Haliburton County will go to the Haliburton Highlands Health Services Foundation or Youth Unlimited. “I’m very grateful to the people of Haliburton County for their encouragement and support. All I’ve ever wanted to do was sing and their encouragement helped make this album a reality for me,” says Sales.
Alicia’s music is already being noticed around the world as far away as New Zealand. Through the wide-ranging exposure of internet music sites such as Myspace, the song “Who You Are” was noticed and is now on a DVD promoting Australia’s tourism industry. The song “Break Me” is being considered for an upcoming Los Angeles film production. Alicia Sales’ brand new release is available on iTunes and will soon be available at retail stores. Listen for the singles “Break Me” or “Your Own Eyes” on radio playlists soon. Here’s what’s being said about the new music: ……… “…an amazing cd.”, “…truly talented”, “…awesome voice”.
The official CD launch event is scheduled for January 21, 2009 in Toronto at the Gladstone Hotel on Queen Street.

Fans can learn more and listen by visiting the website at www.aliciasales.com or on www.myspace.com/aliciasales

Contact: www.aliciasales.com Bradley Sales
aliciasinger@hotmail.com or 705 457-1736 box 374 haliburton ON K0M 1S0
canada 647-637-4838 cordells@sympatico.ca
- County Echo, County Voice