Dana Decker, Bass; Jason Lingle, Drums & Percussion
REVIEWS & BUZZZ:
"I am absolutely convinced that you have a treasure in your hands! She has all the requirements to be one of the top names in American Pop Music. The New Voice of America. Actually, she is the New Voice of the World!"
--Toninho S., Music Journalist, Latin Grammy Awards Consultant
"…she has the wonderful ability to convey emotions in every word and melody…I was
deeply impressed by the beauty of her voice and her songs…those new songs were
simply amazing and showed she had continued evolving and growing as an artist.”
Jorge C., Recording Engineer, Los Angeles (Melissa Etheridge, Korn, Eisley)
"I am pleased to learn that you are working to unite the community through music with The Mosaic Project...sounds like a perfect example of how the arts can pave the way to reach a variety of groups and influence them to unify in spirit and deed...I applaud you and The Mosaic Project in the efforts to unify all through a cultural endeavor. I wish you the best of luck.." --NC., National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences
"...a complete and gifted talent. Her listeners gazed in silenced admiration and perhaps awe." --Northeast Performer Magazine
"...very artsy Sarah McLachlan, only Farnham may quite possibly have a better set of pipes..." --The Clarion Call
"..Farnham does music with passion! She sings beautifully, plays piano wonderfully and writes such extraordinary songs..her verses and deep, intense, and her vocals remind me of the great late Laura Nyro. But Katherine has her own shine..."
--Amazon Review, Four Stars
“I saw your performance by Virgin Megastore with the Celine Dion song that goes ‘you are my lady and I am your man’..I left with tears in my eyes because it was so good..you put so much feeling into your music that you radiate love, hope and positive feelings..any music artist who can do what you can deserves only the best in life and more and I truly hope that your name is one that becomes world-wide in the industry." --Lance T., fan
"..Katherine is a stand-out. Her time is due. "
–Dennis H., Recording Engineer (Barbra Streisand, Gloria Estefan, Dolly Parton)
Influences
Betty Lou Farnham, John Mayer, Seal, John Legend, Paula Cole, Sarah McLachlan, Jewel,
Alanis Morissette, Tori Amos, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Paul Simon, Glen Ballard, Coldplay, Maroon 5, Chris Dahltry, Chris Rice, Goo Goo Dolls, Nickleback, Puddle of Mud, Sting, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Prince, George Michael, Diane Warren, Celine Dion, Barbra Streisand, Mariah Carey, Eminem, Brian McKnight, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, Lady T, Oleta Adams, Lisa Stansfield, Sade, Natalie Cole, Dave Grusin, Sarah Brightman, Andrea Bocelli, Chopin, Beethoven, Mozart, J.S. Bach
Sounds Like
"Nora Jones meets Kelly Clarkson"
PERSONAL NOTE FROM KATHERINE:
"Thank you so much for viewing my page and being my friend. I am a gal that loves to laugh and meet new people from all over the world. Music and the arts has been a lifelong passion for me and I love nature and exploring (gets me into trouble sometimes hee). I believe in the importance of giving back and also do charity projects whenever I can. Lately I've been thinking about everything in the news. I have a vision for our world: a place where people can work together in cooperation, without hostility. The song "Pearl" on here talks about some of this (be sure and read the LYRICS!!!).
I adore fashion, old Hollywood-style glamour, music, and theatre. I like to curl up with my goofy but very cuddly cat Jolie, named for Angelina. Other pleasures are: cafe mochas, Italian food, fine wines, "Friends", talking about philosophy, animals, British lit, traveling to new places, and watching TONS of movies. I also make time for goofing around and being just plain silly, which I think is good for your health. I have cried and had break-ups and tough times just like many of you. I'm thankful for my faith, my nutty family and a wonderful group of friends in Los Angeles and around the world for being there and showing their love. LOVE YA SO MUCH!!!
My goal as an artist is simple (but not easy): write great songs, give a great vocal performance, play like the greats. My musical message is: love, faith, peace, myth and social consciousness issues facing our world today. And yeah I like to shake it up a little too - BABAY!!!
I am sending you kisses and wishing you a beautiful day. Take a deep breath, and let the music fill you...please send me comments, messages, ideas, everything. Spread the word - yah all you folks who complain about the junk on the radio (some of it is good) - message me, join the adventure and hop on board:)... xoxoxox"
With rave reviews in several languages, hundreds of original songs and equal doses class and angst, Katherine Farnham is a brilliant and promising new artist. A consummate musician, She combines a beautiful, haunting voice with a jazz pop and R&B-influenced piano style. She writes prolifically of love, passion, hope, myth and peace with a thoughtful integrity that both illuminates and entertains. Her sound is hypnotic, intoxicating, intense. Katherine has appeared on Good Morning America, NBC 6, Telemundo, "The Mint" in Los Angeles, “Ryles Jazz Club” and “The Middle East” in Cambridge, The AT&T Amphitheatre in Miami, The Hard Rock Cafe, and many other festivals and venues across the US and the Caribbean. Her tracks have received airplay on college and commercial stations here and in South America. She is a grad of Boston’s Berklee College of Music.
Katherine's discography includes her critically - acclaimed debut EP "For the Love of it All", the bold, acoustic "Songs from the Troubadour" and the "Mosaic" single. Her latest studio project includes collaborations with several talented producers and Grammy-winning studio professionals in Los Angeles. In 2009, she was chosen from over 4000 artists to appear on the AIM Compilation CD, recently released in Amsterdam.
Katherine grew up in Pennsylvania in a musical family. She wrote her first song at age 5 during a family road trip and performed her first vocal solo the same year. She took piano lessons from her mom, former Director of New England Conservatory’s Wellesley Branch. She went pro at 14, singing and playing for local events. An honors student, she won the leading role in her junior high school musical and her hometown’s Miss Teen Autumn Leaf Festival crown. “One morning I was home with the flu. Suddenly my mom appeared at the foot of my bed and told me to come to the piano. I thought she was completely out of her mind!” Her hard work and sacrifice paid off and Katherine received a scholarship to the international Tanglewood Young Artists Piano Program.
After rejecting the confining atmosphere of the conservatory, Katherine found the freedom to explore her artistic voice at Boston’s acclaimed Berklee College of Music. Soloing with The Gospel Choir, forming her own band and graduating summa cum laude was no small task, but Farnham took it in stride and also won Berklee’s Performer Songwriter Competition. Her modest demo tape-turned-EP “For the Love of it All” was released to a full house at The Hard Rock Café. Featuring sensual photos and Katherine’s unique blend of jazz, pop and R&B, it garnered several CMJ charts, international radio airplay and a magazine article from a MIDEM journalist that said ”She has all the requirements to be one of the top names in American Pop Music." Northeast Performer Magazine called her "a complete and gifted talent" and The Clarion Call raved "very artsy Sarah McLachlan, only Farnham may quite possibly have a better set of pipes...".
Katherine’s image is an uncanny blend of beautiful woman, seductress and best friend. Her down-to-earth approach and genuine caring for people radiates from her lyrics in “Mother Earth”, “Don’t You Feel the Pain”, “Peace on Earth” and “Mosaic.” Fans and friends are inspired by her inner strength and ability to overcome obstacles to be a consistent artistic force. This strength was put to good use as Katherine was asked to bridge inter-culture barriers. Her song “Mosaic”, found its way to the ears of Mayor Alex Penelas and other officials who had begun to launch Miami’s Mosaic Initiative. Katherine joined business, government and religious leaders from all over the state in the heart-felt quest to reach out and find common ground. After hundreds rose to give her a standing ovation at the Mayor’s Mosaic Convention, it became clear that this Midwestern Anglo girl had presented them with Miami’s long-awaited Theme Song. Katherine recorded and co-produced English and Spanish versions of "Mosaic" and performed it live for many major events, including the Miami Marathon with Tito Puente Jr. and MusicFest Miami with the legendary Celia Cruz.
Katherine proudly supports The American Diabetes Association and The Salvation Army and has also mentored Los Angeles inner-city kids. She is listed in Who's Who in America 2009. For more info, visit her website at www.katherinefarnham.com or contact Voice Inside Productions: musicalkatherine@rocketmail.com or Walter Batt, Esq. at wbattesq@aol.com.
All original music by Katherine Farnham, (c) 2009 Voice Inside Hits, ASCAP.
I think these days you are getting very busy haan? Its ohk if you dnt have time for your frnds hehehe;) but I have lots of time for you... my whole life... and listen katherine...what about the emails reply? Just reply there ohk...and awaiting your comments on my profile too... and blog.
And How is your profession now? And how is recession in the USA.? Everything is going fine now?
Its nice to see you online and talk to you.... our friendship is gonna grow more and I will definitely prove you that I will be the best person for you.... Take cre and awaiting your replies to my emails... Hope to see you soon in Los Angeles and I am waiting for the opportunity to come immediately to USA.... I am trying a lot...
Thanks Katherine for everything you are doing for me...
hello.. how are you.. by the way thank you for accepting my request.. thank you again.. if u want to chat with me add me in ur account ym-karl_opton@yahoo.com msn-mahadi_23@hotmail.com thank you again take care see you soon
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Long time I didnt write anything in your comment.. I should tell people that you are very serious about your profession and you will be the great artist in the whole world one day, and my all wishes is with you.... I have never met this kind of nice girl in my whole life....She is good singer, good performer, with God gifted voice...I love that Katherine...
Take care of yourself because world needs you as a singer and as a well wisher..
Is that really crazy what I said to you in emails ? Please reply there so that I can go ahead with it....and may be you will soon get something from my side....and hope to hear from you soon...
HRU? Hey how was your journey, and may be you are tired haan? Ohk lets sing a song " I BELIEVE" hee;) i love that seriously and no one promote your songs more than me...bye
hey! just wanted to say hi and see what was cookin'? Nothin crazy new over here, just enjoying a peaceful morning. Have a great week :) much love ~adrian edward
Hru? Hey could you please reply me? I am waiting for your reply to my emails and if u r busy just send me short email that you will reply soon...ohk tke cre
our friendship is gonna grow more and I will definitely prove you that I will be the best person for you.... Take cre and awaiting your replies to my emails... Hope to see you soon in Los Angeles and I am waiting for the opportunity to come immediately to USA.... I am trying a lot...
