Collette Savard: lead vocals, acoustic guitar, dulcimer, ukulele, banjo/
John Zytaruk:electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, lapsteel, banjo, back vocals
(occasionally performs as a four-piece with rhythm section)
Influences
Nina Simone, Robert Johnson, Billie Holiday, Joni Mitchell, Howlin Wolf, Patsy Cline, Carly Simon, Carole King, Fleetwood Mac, Tom Waits, Alison Krauss, Sarah Harmer, Neko Case, Gillian Welch, Randy Robinson, Ani Difranco, James Brown, John Zytaruk, Norah Jones
Sounds Like
"A northern Ontario winter with spring just around the corner"
A talented singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist (guitar, dulcimer, banjo, ukulele) Collette Savard creates original music which combines elements of pop, folk, blues, jazz, and traditional songs, along with her own unique viewpoint. Born and raised in North Bay, Ontario, she now makes her home in Toronto where she works and performs with her partner; producer/multi-instrumentalist John Zytaruk ( Buck 65, William & Polly, Milie Croche.) Since the release of her 2005 debut CD "Most Improved Cheerleader" Collette and John have been entertaining audiences across Ontario and Quebec with their performances which involve them carting up to eight instruments to their gigs. Many listeners feel they sound like a full band even though they number only two on stage. This is probably due to the intricate arrangements, the constantly shifting sonic textures and the varied repertoire , the bulk of which features Collette's original song-writing but also includes choice covers of everything from old-time folk to George Gershwin, Robert Johnson, Warren Zevon, or even The Jackson Five rendered on dulcimer and acoustic guitar. Collette's second CD "Zen Boyfriend", released May 22nd 2008, again features all original material. This recording more closely relates the experience of the live show with an increased emphasis on acoustic instruments and intimate performances. Once again the production was handled by John Zytaruk. Collette is also in the early stages of working on another recording project, this one very near and dear to her heart; a collection of songs which will share all-Canadian themes. She also hopes to include some traditional music in this project, which will be reflective of her Franco-Ontarian roots.
hey hey!! thank u so much for the add!! if you have some time, will you please take a minute and check out my music and tell me whatcha think? leave me a comment, write me a message! whatever u want. dont be a stranger! muah!
C’est sympa d’avoir accepté mon amitié, merci. J ai peur que Sarko nous fasse un deuxième malaise avec la sortie de mon clip «ferme ta gueule pour voir ». Que faire? J'le sors ou pas ? je parle pas du clip mais de Sarko, pour son jogging avec le walkman et ma chanson dedans? C’est pas un peu risqué ?? qu est c t en pense? Heureux d etre ton nouvel ami! Doré navrant, j ai décidé d' écrire mes chansons avec un GPS pour ne pas aller trop loin. A chaque auteur, son GPS! une loi Mitterand II doit etre hadopé bientot. Puis je te présenter mon nouveau titre? une satire hilarante de la beaufitude encravatée de nos élites politico-médiatiques ! Ecoute cette chanson si tu veux te marrer "Ferme ta gueule pour voir (...) ah ouè c mieux !": «Laurence Ferrari, j'aimerais bien la conduire et la mettre en pôle position dans un hôtel formule 1,faire un tête à queue, aux Fouquet’s, et lui faire le plein des sens. Si tu t’appelles pas Bolloré, Lagardère, casse toi pov’ con, comment vous appelez vous ? Mouloud? ah ah ah ! du 9.3., ferme ta gueule pour voir …». Myspace de Gilles LANGOUREAU Le texte: http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=129734125&blogId=504429649 LA TAXE CARBONE :Dépolluons La France des crétins! Je propose une énorme taxe carbone à Secret Conry et Benjamin Questadi d'abord, pour pollution des cerveaux. Et c'est une grosse pollution. Si je carbonise Sarko (pour chauffer les SDF cet hivers),…Suite: http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=129734125&blogId=508842925
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Thank you, Collette! SUCH nice words. I will certainly let you know. I remember when John Z showed me Blanche Comme La Neige and I practically lost my s***. Sounds so nice. And the record is AWESOME. Super super nice work. Looking forward to seeing you again!!
Greetings Collette, Always a pleasure to have a new friend from Canada, really great tracks you've posted here! All the best to you and your continuing musical endeavors,
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