Eva Cassidy, Joni Mitchell, Crowded House, The Beatles, Jeff Buckley, Nick Drake, Miles Davis, Jobim, Bertalotti, David Bowie, Fiona Apple, Kenny Wheeler, Portishead, Coltrane, Kristina Olsen etc..
Brisbane songstress Eleanor Angel is a stunning vocalist who weaves elements of classical voice, jazz and folk with a sense of bittersweet introspection. Her arrangements have an elegant simplicity, structured around the fingerstyled guitar of her live performances and augmented by lush, spacious production on her debut album Rain on the Street.
The uncommon maturity of Angel’s composition and performance stems from her lifelong passion for music. She learned violin from early childhood, before branching out to additional instruments and undergoing university training in classical voice. While developing the discipline of a professional classical musician, Eleanor miraculously retained the soul and fire that drives true artists to forge a fresh and interesting sound.
Eleanor's classical world collided spectacularly with her love of pop and jazz music. She managed to love The Beatles, Miles Davis, Portishead, Joni Mitchell and renaissance style a cappella simultaneously. Happily, Angel’s voice accommodated her diverse tastes, enabling a boldly feminine, confident approach to both composition and performance:
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Eleanor is joined by percussionist Dave Kemp (Latin Vibe) and cellist Kathy Baker and by Lee Peters on acoustic bass. The group produces is a vibrant acoustic landscape.
Her debut album 'Rain on the Street' features guest performances from celebrated artists including Sean Foran and John Parker (Misinterprotato), Dave Kemp, Kathryn McKee and Ben Stewart and is an outstanding debut record.
Angel is currently dividing her time between promoting Rain on the Street and recording material for her next album.
Contact: angel.eleanor@gmail.com
Eleanor's CD "Rain on the Street" is available through itunes and CD Baby:
Your music is wonderful and your voice shines pure beauty! Thank you for all you do to create your music and for being our new friend. Love and peace from Jody & Bart
I am launching my new album BURSt through the roof this Friday at the Uber Bar, West End, Brisbane. Come party! Spcial guests Wild Marmalade, Spankinhide & DJ Dakini. 8PM $15
i've been writing for a year or so, haven't performed until i gather a few friends for a live show. i play piano mainly because it's easiest to write any genre of music on :) heard there's a new cd coming up, how is it sounding? xx
hi :) saw the second half of your set last week in queen st. and then bought your cd afterwards. i loved it, your voice is amzing and beautiful. how long have you been singing/songwriting? xxkeiranxx
The Valley Fiesta will be spectacular as everyone comes together at what has fast become the leading venue for alternative entertainment in the valley. The bands are the best in their field and the best thing is the event is free. Between and after bands, Brisbanes finest alternative DJs come together and will be playing indie, electro, rock, hip hop and alternative party tracks until dawn. Everyone will be at this party, an event not to be missed!! Catch The Kidney Thieves free show on Saturday 24 October.
Hi there, we're going to be up in Brisbane this Saturday Oct 10th launching our new album The Stranger's Dozen at the X & Y Bar in the Valley. Hope you can make it along!
Hey Eleanor, Thank you for your kind words. I hope to see you play soon too. Let me know if you come down to Melbs!! I was meant to see you play at the end of August but did the Bridge to Bris that day and was knackered afterwards... No excuse I know, but it just means when I do hear you play I will be way more alert and more able to fully appreciate your awesome talent. x e
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