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The best kept secret in music
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"Their lyrics told stories, created pictures and their voices were magical. It was a pleasure listening to them perform!" - DJ Race, HOT 89.9 FM, Ottawa, Canada, April, 2005
Our rating: 8 stars out of 10
Easy does it for this all-female group from Ottawa, Canada. Reminiscent of Wilson Phillips, the RadioSirens offer light pop songs that are tastefully flavored with soul and jazz. Originality isn't the point here, just silky vocal performances that offer a respite from a week's worth of hard rock.
The title track and "Secret Sadness" feature some pretty piano playing from producer Larry Tarof, who is responsible for nearly all of the instrumentation here. Yes, this is a producer's project, but let's remember that classic Motown was often the work of in-house producers and songwriters and not the singers themselves. As long as the tunes click, it doesn't matter how they were fashioned, and nobody except for critics look at the credits anyway.
The aforementioned "Secret Sadness" tackles surprisingly controversial subject matter, the story of a "cutter," in this case a girl who mutilates herself to ease the emotional pain she feels. However, it's the harmonies and not necessarily the words that'll win over listeners, especially the knockout singing in "All There Is" and "Castles In The Sky."
author: Adam Harrington - Whisperin & Hollerin http://www.whisperinandhollerin.co.uk
Discography
"fearless" -- released Apr, 2005
"Cupid 911" -- a "pop epic". Produced at National Arts Centre 4th Stage, 2004. (Larry composed/performed/produced, Brianna sang)
Streaming airplay:
Dr L's Music Live 365 station
Rocking Chicks Radio Live 365 station (Editor's pick)
Photos
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Bio
"The RadioSirens" features three strong female vocalists singing originals composed and produced out of Dr L's Music studio of Ottawa, Canada.
Enjoy the sweet yet strong pop stylings (think Mariah Carey), supported by strong, full piano-based arrangements (think Elton John). Every song has a story and a message, integrated through the lyrics and music (think Vanessa Carlton). Also, think Anita Baker, the Supremes and even William Shakespeare.
Each singer is lead-vocal-capable. Selected credits: Brianna Szarka was a Canadian Idol finalist, and won the Trillium Kiwanis Club award for pop vocals, as adjudicated by Trish Colter, vocal department head, Humber University, 2004. All three vocalists have won at the Kiwanis Music Festival.
The creative team is a family collaboration. The composer/pianist (Larry "Dr L" Tarof) is a fixture on the Ottawa music scene (selected credits: appeared on CJOH & CHRO television, audition accompanist for Mirvish Productions casting of Mamma Mia, "Cupid 911"). Jenny Tarof has won academic awards and scholarships.
Larry and Brianna were previous collaborators on "Cupid 911", released 2004, which has been warmly received in Ottawa.
The songs speak. The singers captivate. The backup isn't mere backup. Close your eyes and you can see. Have a listen! We hope you feel it's worth the time!
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