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Tori Sparks' NEW music video "Cold War" from the album Under This Yellow Sun. Directed by Wayne Hall.
PRAISE FOR UNDER THIS YELLOW SUN...
“The talented Tori Sparks… is a knockout…”
--Joe McCombs, The Village Voice
“Here’s a singer/songwriter with the strong, eloquent vocals of Bonnie Raitt and the guitar mastery of Joni Mitchell. Her second indie release Under this Yellow Sun is a bounty of subtle rock and haunting blues…
--Nancy Dunham, Relix
“Tori Sparks’ voice isn’t one of those passive instruments that treats a lyric like it’s a classified ad… Here is a supple, teasing voice that flutters and flies seemingly without effort from note to note, line to line, so that weepy sensitivity and pleading vulnerability cozy up with tough resilience and firm resolve so seamlessly you never even notice the mood swing.”
--Jeff Tamarkin, Harp Magazine
“Under This Yellow Sun, the second offering from songbird Tori Sparks, is drenched in drama, featuring Sparks’ torrid vocals splashed over self-penned, alternative roots-rock numbers that sizzle with authenticity.”
— LCB, Performing Songwriter
“Sparks needs little in the way of effects or layering to get her music across… strong and fabulous…”
--Jason MacNeil, PopMatters
"With the grit of Chrissie Hynde, the sadness of Martha Davis in the Motels, and the pure sensualness of Margo Timmins from the Cowboy Junkies, this girl hurls you onto planet Sparks and leaves you there... you’ll listen to [Under This Yellow Sun] once, then you’ll listen to it a second time and also a third. ...[Tori Sparks] is truly, one of the most original artists I have heard in a long, long time."
--Rebecca Rego, Music News Nashville
“Those are the songwriting skills of someone like Roseanne Cash…Providence RI [from Under this Yellow Sun] has Springsteen a la Nebraska or Darkness on the Edge of Town magic about it.”
--Jon Delange, Tinderbox Music
"Like Natalie Merchant and Madeline Peyroux getting together to do heroin... in an awesome sultry way."
--CJ Watson
"[Tori] is an excellent songwriter... Her songs are well crafted, personal and at times introspective. ... More than anything, Sparks deserves to be recognized for her voice. It can take her about anywhere she wants -- it's that good."
--David Bowling, The DailyVault
“There is a very sensual quality to her voice. It just drips with emotion. ‘Out of the Void’ is damn near heartbreaking…The songs are well written, interesting and catchy without being trite. The musicianship is fabulous… this is a fantastic album.” ..>
-- Amy Lotsberg; Collected Sounds
“[Sparks] packs a wallop of a voice… each song proves that she’s more than just a pretty face.”
-- Paul Barbatano; Dayton City Paper
“[Tori] should add The Pretenders to [her] list of influences. In a good way. I’d take that any day.”
--Ben Folds
“Sparks’ bluesy vocals and intensely rhythmic groove paints a sexy and sultry sound that’s a joy to hear in any venue… this 24 year old songstress rocked the room, drew listeners from tables in the back to the stage front and pulled people in from off the street (yes, during SXSW) to hear her…”
--Anny Randel, Savvant Music
"Tori Sparks sounds suitably dislocated... in the manner of some funky New Orleans guitarist -- Snooks Elgin, or Walter 'Wolfman' Washington... swinging, controlled performances..."
--Edd Hurt; The Nashville Scene
"[Tori's] dynamic live show is equal parts soulful singing and zany stand-up-style humor... falls somewhere between Dixie rock, folk blues, and Americana."
--Joyce Arnold; City at Night Magazine
“Sparks. . . [has] stuck to her muse and it was exactly what people wanted.”
-- John Stoehr; Savannah Morning News
"A fearless performer, she is notorious for her blend of quirky humor and fiery delivery and has fused a sound and astyle that is unmistakably her own."
-- Cassaundra Baber; Utica Life & Times
“I found her vocal stylings interesting, different…Her music possesses a grit and angst not heard much today…”
--Brooke Welu, Northeast InTune Magazine
“…Both concise and taut mixtures of lyrics with music that are thoughtful and evocative without being pretentious. … Discover Sparks’ powerful voice now…!”
--Ron Saranich, Cosmik Debris
“Tori can rock so seductively then revert to a striking emotive process. . . there is nothing formulaic that you can pigeon-hole."
--Carmine Pascuzzi; Media Search (Australia)
“This multi-talented artist really struts her stuff on [Under This Yellow Sun]. Her warm gutsy vocals are full of soul… mixed with lots of attitude. You’ll want this one for your record collection.”
--Brad Fischer, Nashville Music Guide
“Sparks lets go of the typical restraints of the singer-songwriter stigma… This album is not only sexy, beautiful, and enticing, but Sparks shows something that many artists forget—the truth.”
--Jeff Russell, Murfreesboro Pulse
Click here for a list of places to download Under This Yellow Sun and Rivers + Roads.
Click here for a list of stations playing Under This Yellow Sun and Rivers + Roads.
Glass Mountain Records was founded by DIY entrepreneur and fiery singer-songwriter Tori Sparks as an alternative to the business models available in today’s marketplace. Initially started as a vehicle to spread the word about Tori and her unconventional brand of rock 'n' folk, the label is committed to evolving naturally with the intent of taking on other passionate, dedicated artists in the future. We seek to free ourselves from the long shadow of the corporate umbrella, and get back to making fresh, inspired, original music. Click HERE for more information about the Glass Mountain Records founder.
GMR is based in Nashville and distributes its records through Stretch the Skies/ Transworld. Click here for a complete list of retailers and digital distributors.
Join the GMR Street Team! Spread the word about your favorite indie music warriors. Click HERE for details!
Tori's single "Cold War" is included on the Paste Magazine June music sampler.
Under This Yellow Sun has just been licensed to MTV, Oxygen, and Lifetime Networks. Shows include Road Rules, The Hills,and more. Stay tuned in 2008...
Please request Under This Yellow Sun on the radio. Response from radio has been strong - CMJ Top 200 Adds in Ohio, California, Texas, Wisconsin, more< - but your support is extremely critical in the coming weeks.
Click HERE for a list of radio stations. “Wait, my station’s not on the list??” Your phone call can fix that.
To say thanks for your support, we’ve created a special promotional code through the ToriSparks.com store. Email us with the name of the station you contacted, and we’ll send you a coupon code for 20% OFF your purchase in the Tori store.
Thanks for your time and your patience. Viva la revolution!
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