Cory Woodward lures listeners with a soothing, Springsteen-like rasp and then blows them away with the unbridled, soulful bellow of Joe Cocker. Whether whispering the sweet melody of a sensitive ballad or entertaining the crowd with charmingly comedic banter, Woodward ensures there is never a dull moment in his performance. Truly an artist, songwriter, composer, musician, and entertainer you believe.
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“The Edmonton-born singer-songwriter has the uncanny ability to spark a connection between himself and some of the greatest musicians of all time, mixing genuine, soulful rock’n’roll with folky sentiment here and there.” –Exclaim!....
“All six of the songs on his debut are worthy of praise. They are all beautifully crafted and distinct from each other.”-The Vancouver Sun....
“With the pop sensibilities of a Billy Joel, the palatable experimentation of Wilco, and the soul of Joe Cocker, Woodward weaves tales of hooky brilliance.”-24 Hours....
"Cory Woodward, Princess of the Skies The debut EP from this former Edmontonian (now based in Vancouver) is a nice little slice of folky rock goodness. Woodward's voice is like a happier version of Hayden's, perfect for Sunday drives."-The Calgary Herald....
“Though this Vancouver-by-way-of-Edmonton singer-songwriter cites the likes of Wilco and M. Ward among his influences, the production on this particular track [Slipping Away] sounds like the product of someone who grew up with General Public's "Tenderness" and The Motels' "Only the Lonely." The meticulous arrangement occasionally obscures the ache at the heart of the lyrics, but in the end, the song proves more than strong enough to carry it". -The Toronto Star....
