Jane Lui :: la la
John Ray/Paul Van de Riet :: hit hit
Greg Friedman (Frodo) :: dum dum dum
James Ritts (Whitey) :: strum strum
Sarah Paik :: cello
Michael Tagart :: violin, viola
Alex Panos :: orchestrator, bass trombone
Leah Panos :: harp, trombone
Influences
holly cole, nick drake, feist, patty griffin, tom waits, rickie lee jones, pinback, elliot smith, tori amos, bjork, glen phillips, mum, death cab, gregory page, cat power, asian pop, rufus wainright, ben folds, feist, kings of convenience, bach, chopin, francis poulenc, debussy, irving fine, harold arland, ella fitzgerald, carlos antonio jobim, celco fonseca, rosa passos, cole porter, staple singers, ray charles, big bill broonzy, nathan james & ben hernandez, norah jones, toad the wet sprocket, theatre, mason jennings, anita mui, anime, iron & wine, gamelan, michael miller, blonde redhead, Amelie, Paris Je'taime, American Spendor, Donnie Darko, Pan's Labyrinth, The Motorcycle Diaries, History boys, William Stafford, Neil Gaiman, Dave Mckean, Ted Hughs, cirque de soleil ...
Freddie Goodtime Music Video!!!
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2006. SONY picks Freddie Goodtime as demo playlist music for new wireless gadget, MYLO (My Life Online)
2006. Music Video Freddie Goodtime: Official Selection at San Diego Film Festival & San Diego Asian Film Festival.
2006. SD Honoring Acoustic Talent Awards: Best Female Performer
2006. SD Honoring Acoustic Talent Awards: Best Keyboard Player
2006. Endorsed by SAM ASH & KNUCKLEHEAD STRINGS
2006 & 2007. Nominated SD Asian Heritage Awards: Performing Arts
2005. Teargirl among "Staff Picks" in San Diego Music Matters Magazine (July)
i can't STAND my own bio, so i'm posting an interview i did after Kollaboration's Acoustic Show. 8/2/08. questions by Alice K of Pacific Time.
1. How did you feel when you heard the presenter announce you as the first place winner?
I replayed his words 17 times in my head in one second. I wanted to slap myself awake, but in case I was already awake, that would just be embarrassing. So, to my own surprise, I did the beauty pageant thing, freaking out and putting my hands over my mouth, which was REALLY the only thing I could think of. In all seriousness, I was standing in the back of the crowd already content with the evening: the talent was fierce, and I had bet on Lady Danville being first prize, since their performance & songwriting were polished. I teared up a little. I had 10 bucks ~ now I have $1010.00.
2. What are your future plans on furthering your music career? Will be releasing another CD, or touring around the country?
Nah, that's it. I'm done.
Just kidding: I'm touring east coast and a little bit through Ottawa, Canada this fall with my friend Greg Friedman, a fantastic guy in addition to being a great songwriter. I'll always frequently tour west coast and hope to hop over to europe next year some time. I just moved into San Francisco 3 weeks ago. There's been so much happening already that I'm doing interviews/bookings on a daily basis. Getting on the road is my number one right now, as I have two records out already and am writing my 3rd. Problem is I'm not emotionally suffering much these days, so it's been harder to channel. :)
3. Did you have other careers that are different from what you do now?
I'm a closet choir conductor - my music degree had emphasis in choral conducting. I don't use that part of my degree very often, but I do freelance piano accompaniment. Accompanying others is how I learned to play under my own voice...accompaniment is an entire artform unto itself. On the side, I also collect dust bunnies, frayed toothbrushes, bus transfers, polaroids, and cigarette butts. Not a steady career, kids. Stay in school.
4. What ethnicity are you (Korean, Chinese, etc.)?
99% Made in China. 1% African Spandex. What?
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944, July 2005 :: by Vicki Marangos
The first time we saw Jane play, she was on stage with Dustin Shey, performing a rendition of The Postal Services Such Great Heights, using a 10-note marimba and a toy piano. And while her sexy, captivating voice does not reveal her quirky yet undeniably charming personality, her music does offer an ample view into the inner workings of her complex imagination. Janes new album, Teargirl, is rich with metaphor, capitalizing on stunning vocals to bring elements of fantasy to life through simple stories. In light of her first full-length, Jane launched an entire Web site dedicated to the album, where she provides fans with an up-close look at the concept behind each track, the challenges while recording and those who helped her bring it to life. Her explanations are certainly as eloquent as her craft. An absolute must-hear.
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"Jane Lui may no longer be known as just "Jane," formerly of Jason and Jane, after the old acolytes hear her debut CD. Teargirl finds this seasoned neophyte knocking it out of the solo artist ballpark far enough to clear the wall into the bleachers, but not enough to put the excessive pressure of an unbeatable precedent on future efforts. In other words, it's just about as ideal a debut as it gets....." Troubadour, July 2005
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Cool... you really know about Brazilian music. To me, Marisa Monte is a Queen and represents the brazilian people everywhere. Some your musics few seems with the "Bossa Nova" or New Bossa in English. When you come to Brazil I will stay there to see you in yours shows. I will go spread and show you in all radios, web sites, tv shows and will go pray for them for to bring you to Brazil. You will make succes very very much.
JANE...wow I saw you singing in Portuguese...Was so sweet to listen, beutifull...Amazing. Do you speak Portuguese?? Or only sing as I sing in English but don't speak English? rsrs
Jane... I'm spreading your musics for all places and friends I know. The Brazillian guys will Love Your Wonderfull voice, Cause is different that all we listen. I'm in love. I'm sorry cause I don't speak English very weel, but your musics make me feel so good. You're amazing. Once again I'm in love!!!
Jane... when I saw your answer I don't belived, cause Kina and david nerver answer me. I just want to say what I LOVE YOUR VOICE AND YOUR MUSICS. YOu have Personalyty and sing very very well. I hope you come to Brazil. =D Congretulations. And THANKS for answer me.
Oh my goodness I can't believe you commented on my page! I'm subscribed to singindork :) you guys did the Happy Together cover together; I fell in love with your voice! The moment you started singing I was just like "Wow.. I have GOT to listen to some of this girl's songs!" :) You are so amazing Jane! You have no idea!
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