Cat Jahnke's musical evolution has played out in a very linear fashion: from "Twinkle, Twinkle" on the upright as a child to composition classes in university; from girl with the six-string to front man for the band; from misguided boy to imperfect gentleman and the inspirational heartbreak that trudges in the wake. In the spirit of a true prairie girl raised in a landscape that allows a clear view for miles, Cat's fate has been evident for her twenty-six years.
Yet the words and tunes she fuses are never so straightforward. While her first album, Cathartic, was intentionally dark and cryptic, Cat's latest release, None Of Those Things, attempts to strike a more accessible balance between her fondness for double meanings and a dedication to candor, if often disguised. Using simple words, she repeatedly leads the listener to one idea and then drives the opposite conclusion home.
The title track invites the audience to pine for lost loves, for lost paths and for lost friends because "None of those things quite existed anyway". The theme of Tricky is suggested by its name and underlined by its chorus ("You just can't deny that look in your eye / It's love and it's here to stay / Don't you dare lie, just confess so that I / Can pack my bags and be on my way"). Even the final words of the album, the denouement of Pocket Full Of Sand, nearly placate but are ultimately shrouded ("I can't leave you / I can't leave you / And how could I leave you / You're already gone").
Although subject matter, instrumentation and patron may change, this contradictory approach continues to mold Cat's style. Whether composing a biographical song for the next album or scoring a short film for a Hollywood director, whether performing for a crowd sipping champagne or a mob tossing beer bottles, Cat can confidently bond a hopeful outlook with a gloomy muse. And the juxtaposition is proof of a flexible and fearless talent.
With her album None Of Those Things sitting tight in her pocket, accolades from a Hollywood film festival tucked beneath her cap and nothing less than a finalist ranking in two separate international songwriting competitions stowed up her sleeve, Cat is a versatile musician who is as comfortable on stage as behind the scenes. Cat Jahnke's capacity for musical evolution has been clear since day one, and her horizons have never looked brighter.
----------------- ACCOLADES: FINALIST: 2006 John Lennon Songwriting Competition (Session II)
SEMI-FINALIST: 2006 International Songwriting Competition
WINNER: 2006 168 Hour Film Festival - Hollywood, CA - "Best Original Score" for the film "Free Of Charge" - Directed by Robert Kirbyson
FINALIST: 2005 International Songwriting Competition
NOMINATED: 2005 168 Hour Film Festival - Hollywood, CA - "Best Original Score" for the film "Pieces" - Directed by Robert Kirbyson
----------------- SCORE COMPOSER: 2007: "Unlocked" Starring Andy Ostroff and Katharine Everett
2007: "CTRL Z" Starring Tony Hale (Arrested Development, Andy Barker, P.I.), Emy Coligado (Malcolm in the Middle) and Zachary Levi (Less Than Perfect)
2006: "Free Of Charge" Starring Marieke Douridas and Haynes Brook
2005: "Pieces" Starring David Storrs (Scare Tactics, Hi-Jinks), Lola Corwin (Temptation Island) and Sean Gavigan
----------------- QUOTES: BRANDON FRIESEN Multi-Juno Award Winning/Grammy Nominated Producer "Cute, clever and a little dangerous summarizes Cat Jahnke."
MARTHA ALPHONSO Swerve Magazine "With vocals as rich as triple-chocolate mousse, Jahnke presents a beautiful sound, and a beautiful look into her intricate life."
JEFF ROBSON UMFM Radio "She's got a poet's way with words, a heart that isn't afraid to be exposed, and an inner rock child that somehow makes even her darker songs upbeat and fun to listen to."
BROOSE TULLOCH Radio host (CKUW - Beer For Breakfast) & Magazine Contributor (Stylus Magazine) "The songs are well-crafted and sincere, and the subtle harmony vocals ice the cake, but that voice... oh that voice...so pretty it's heartbreaking."
Thanks for the add, Cat. Amazing lyrics -- such a refreshing change from what I usually hear. I can see why you've placed so highly in the various songwriting competitions.
I hope you'll visit my page too. From one wordsmith to another, I think you'd appreciate my rhyme schemes on "Forever Man" and "Killing Time in Tokyonesia."
I wish you continued success in an already impressive music career.
Hey Cat :] it's been a while, I miss you. The Okanagan could use another dose of you, i'm sure. been listening to your discs lately, and been going through a case of my own crocodiles.. i'm ready to hide up in a tree myself. haha. i've been putting a lot of time on the road, but sadly it's only for work, not for music. i really miss performing and meeting up with all types of people. there's always a few that you'll never forget.
how have things been going for you? i notice you did the score for a web series! i'll be sure to check that out, right now im just winding down from the long drive home a couple hours ago haha. so i'll send you another message once i've checked it out !
Trying to wrap my head around why someone like you isn't signed, as your work is completely top notch, catchy, unique and just plain old good. I'm sure, given time and work, this will change for you, because talent as good as yours has to lead somewhere (doesn't it?).
My best to you in all things. Take care and be well. -Sheriden
Soit bienvenue sur mon myspace comme tu peux le constater avec le titre de mon émission je piège les gens dans la rue a travers des mythos sur l'info . je t'invite a les découvrir deux épisodes par semaine le lundi et le jeudi , toi aussi tu peux proposer tes mytho sur mon blog. A très bientôt.. Ton serviteur John.
thanks for accepting me as a new friend composing music I am always looking for poems or lyrics, if you ever have any it is easy to collaborate have a great day
Just read some of your blog......isn't great to be able to share thoughts, feelings, dreams, experiences, etc this way. I could read the music in you soul, in your words. It is appreciated. Ken
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When he looks into your eyes, just put up on myspace for the first time - hope you can find some time to have a listen on my player! Let me know what ya think!
Hi Cat, I just wanted to thank you for Adding me into your circle of friends. I Really do appreciate the Consideration! I hope you have an Awesome Weekend My New Friend! You be safe and don't get into too much Bad Trouble! :) Now Good Trouble on the other Hand.......:o) Mike
Thanx a lot for the friendship! Keep up the good work! And let your soul be your pilot - today, tommorow, always! From Russia with love... MAX DMITRIEFF, singer & songwriter www.myspace.com/KatherinesFavorites
Just passing through to say "HI!” Sending you respect, peace and love. Hope all is well and that you’re having a great week? Keep rockin’ ... it's the only thing that matters!
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