GLOBAL BABY (2007) - Click Album Cover to Buy!
Featuring GreenTaRA (vocals & guitar), Scott Paulley (bass), Shadikka, Tim Proznick (drums), Ndidi Cascade, Belladonna, Kia Kadiri, ManNameWho (emcees), Kytami (violin), Myles Bigelow (percussion), Chi Turner, Scott Sanft (keys & production), Steve Charles (lead guitar), JP Carter, Jon Bentley, Rod Murray (horns), DJ Phonograff (decks)
MUSIC FOR A MIXED NATION (2004) - Click Album Cover to Buy!
Featuring GreenTaRA (vocals & guitar), Shadikka (drums), Watson (bass), Chi Turner (keys), Ndidi Cascade, Deanna, Chi Turner (emcees & BGVs), Steve Duyzer (saxophone), Matt Van Dyke (decks)
Influences
Funk - James Brown, George Clinton / Reggae & Calypso - Bob Marley & the Wailers, Jimmy Cliff, the Mighty Sparrow / Jazz - Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Nat King Cole / Soul - Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye / Hip Hop - Grandmaster Flash, KRS, Arrested Development / All the greats!
Sounds Like
Good music - Timeless flows in the vein of Arrested Development meets Jamiroquoi for a double date with Jill Scott & N'Dea Davenport of the Brand New Heavies, then throw in some Phoebe Snow & Joan Armatrading for good measure (so they say).
Soul-Funk-Jazz-Reggae fusion from one of Canada's rising stars - laced with kickin' vocals, bangin' bass, horns, strings and consciously delicious lyrics.
THIS IS THE BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
I am a vocalist, writer, composer, guitarist, percussionist, producer, touring musician, recording artist and owner of Easy Bake Records. Dropped my first CD in Florida state in '96 during the Honeyspot days. Toured my Northwest vibe all over the globe - Europe, Australia, down South, out East - always up for an international concert. Dropped indie discs and mixtapes all the way, and my new album "Global Baby" is available in Canada, the US, Japan and online as of October 2007.
GreenTaRA & Hovercraft Pirates UK TOUR PICS - Spring 2008
THIS WHAT THE CRITICS SAY:
"I'm an average woman in my abnormality." It's lyrics like this that flow throughout this album and make for a refreshing take on funk-laced neo soul. She really runs the gamut on this collection of full bodied songs, incorporating horns, keys, scratching, and an unending array of rhythmic elements that leave no groove unturned. Reminiscent of 70's soul but lavishly updated with a stylistically modern hip hop and R&B feel, the songs can't help but have a wide appeal. Moving from densely layered choruses to driving verses that embrace complex harmonies and even some rapping, the vocal intricacies alone are enough to make this record stand out. Add to that some intensely fluid playing by her accomplished backing band, and you've got an all out celebration of life, love and expression. As the title implies, the songs are ambitious in their scope, delving into the effect of history on modern times and an ongoing search for ways to make the world a better place. With this album, she's undoubtedly doing her part. - Brad at CD Baby
GreenTaRA EAST COAST TOUR PICS - Summer 2007
THIS IS WHAT I SAY:
Independent is my style. If you haven't heard from me in a minute, then I'm probably on tour, in the studio or grant-writing. I publish my work under GreenTaRA Music. I got a business mind, an artist's spirit and a human heart. Take a listen, make a connection and pass it on. Nothing is permanent. Big big big ups to all the Bodhisattvas!
THIS IS WHAT MY PUBLICIST SAYS:
Dubbed to have the sass of both Jill Scott and Alanis Morissette (NOW Magazine), GreenTaRA brings a fresh brand of soul-funk-jazz-reggae fusion to the world stage. As soloist or front woman for her trio, she combines vocal charm and tight musicianship with solid songwriting and powerful messages for a guaranteed good time.
GreenTaRA WESTERN CANADA TOUR PICS - Spring 2007
"Music For A Mixed Nation" is GreenTaRA's first Canadian release: a self-produced album filled with songs that captured the ears of listeners around the globe. Her sophmore album, "Global Baby" is undeniably the artist's best work yet, marking GreenTaRA as one of the Pacific Northwest's rising stars with its Canadian release set for October 2007. GreenTaRA and her bands have shared the bill with Spearhead's Michael Franti, Jully Black, Kelis, Medusa, and De La Soul, to name a few. She has performed at the United Nations in NYC, Canadian Music Week and the Western Canadian Music Awards Festival, Fete de la Musique in Berlin, the Frostbite Music Festival, Baltimore Music Festival, the Vans Warped Tour, and was recently chosen "Best of the Fest" at the Austin Woman's Film, Music & Literary Festival.
It is the rare individuals who always make the most profound difference in life. Or else Codependency could be claimed as a tax exemption! Hi Tara!!!!!
Celebrating our freedom,
Jeremy Michael Miller :0)
We're in Van. Would have hit you up earlier, but we spent most of the day sleeping. Today was our day off and then we are off to Victoria tomorrow. But we are at Tonic on Thursday night.
Like the new photo.. We got a lot of submissions in for the festival.. I can pass along some of the good ones and maybe M.A.L.I. Via Blowin' Up A Spot! can do a small film show case or something.. What do you think.. I want to submit i hope I am not to late.. I have to check it out again.. nice photo..
Peace,Bless Sis, I'm so Proud of you and so happy for the life to come... You so far away... u betta stay in touch more and know I'm here for you. Bless, Semokee
$2000.00 cash giveaway for the Best Of The Fest May 28 th – 30th,2009
Running for it's 9th year, The 2009 M.A.L.I. WOMEN'S FILM AND PERFORMANCE ARTS FESTIVAL (formerly know as Texas Woman's Film, Music & Literary Festival formally and Blowin' Up A Spot! Film Festival) is having an open call for women musicians, filmmakers, dancers, spoken word artists, and workshop presenters, to submit their work.
This festival is wholly focused on the contributions of all women. View website for more details.
EARLY DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS Jan. 31, 2009.
GENERAL DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION IS MARCH 31, 2009
LATE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS April 6, 2009
This is a non- profit event supported by Blowin' Up A Spot! Community Studio
Don't go thinking I forgot. By tomorrow, you will have some new birthday treats to play with. Just look out for it so it doesn't end up in the spam department.
Thanks so much for the friendship! I really love your sound. Very very cool and it's obvious you draw from an eclectic mix of influences. You have a great voice! I'm your newest fan, hehe =)
-C
p.s. I saw you list Nina Simone as one of your jazz influences.. made my mind jump to this song, I think you might like it (just a clip):
I am going to bring this newspaper to their knees, this is the 3rd and final time they will ever do this, I am trying to spread this video so as many people see it as possible...they thought no one would see their dumping...WRONG
Anything you can do, anywhere, anyway you can push it for me is much appreciated..
