"Old Crow," "Sometimes," "Against the Grain," and "You Call Out To Me," were recorded at Home Bass Studio in 1997/1998. Credits: Lyrics and music written by Kim Brunner - 1997. Produced by Kim Brunner, J.R. Hartley and Brad Steine. Recorded by J.R. Hartley at Home Bass Studio. Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, and Flute ~ Kim Brunner. Electric Guitar, Drums, and Percussion ~ Brad Steine. Bass Guitar ~ J.R. Hartley.
Review of "SOMETIMES" EP by Woody of Indie Journal ~~~ "It's refreshing to me to hear a female vocalist doing what Kim Brunner is doing as opposed to what you hear women singing on the radio today. 'Sometimes' is a 4 song EP that shows off a beautiful voice. 'Old Crow' kicks off the CD in mellow rock fashion. The vocals are way too low on this first track. The guitar work is good and Kim's vocals, when I'm not straining to hear them, are superb. The backing vocal arrangement is impressive and the musical clarity is amazing. I'll have to thank my wife for vacuuming up my old headphone cable, forcing me to buy a new pair. Apart from the vocals being too quite the production is great. This is so cliché, but it reminds me of Fleetwood Mac. She doesn't sound like Stevie Nicks, it's the song style. You know how some Eagles songs have that Native-American sound to them? That's sort of what she gets. 'Sometimes' is a folksier tune. I still feel her voice is too quiet in this one. 'Against the Grain' picks up the tempo again, Somewhere at about the minute and a half mark the sound lowers for some reason, and picks up again about 15 seconds later. It doesn't sound like it was done for dynamic purposes, it sounds more like a function of the recording. 'You Call Out to Me' rounds it out in a slower style. If I have to compare Kim to someone I'd say she's a cleaner Sass Jordan, meaning smoother, both in vocals and the musical edge."
Hello Kim, Thank you so very much for your friendship. It is an honor and privilege to welcome you to my world and I thank you for allowing me into yours. Please know I wish for you every possible success and happiness. Peace & Love, Russ
Always wanted to see the Emerald Isles, but haven't made it yet. I had a friend who went a couple of years back. Her son got married to an Irish girl in a castle there. She loved the country and I know you will too!
Just a fly-by HI girlie! Love the new "old" photos! I remember seeing all of them, I guess we must have had the photo albums out one night way back when, huh? The girl with the shiny silken blonde hair as always! :)
You are WAY too kind, and thank you! I really appreciate your kind words and I hope to bump into you again soon. You coming to Cate's show this Friday?
Sweet Kim, thank you and Pete so much for coming and spending the evening with me and the band. It was awesome to share the stage with you again. Your words were so encouraging, I can't thank you enough. Keep taking care of that voice, Kim. Love you both. Blessings to you. C
Oh, I'd love to see the both of you. It should be a crazy night! I hope you are feeling better. I have been praying for you, sweet friend. Blessings to you. C
Hi Kim...I've been praying for the healing of your vocal chords. That happened to me before. They were actually stressed and frayed. ouchie give it time and don't whisper. that's not good! XO
LOL!!---we just got 14 new jobs today and an offer to play on New Years' 2010!!!--I cannot believe the good fortune we are having --we never expected it to take off like this!!
Hello, great tunes on your page. The magic accoustic guitar sound ! The arrangements are very good. And this voice... wonderful ! Have an excellent week, from Brest, Julien
Hi Kim! How wonderful to meet you the other night! You sounded wonderful... it didn't hurt that you sang the lead on some of my favorite tunes! Hope to hear you again soon, my dear - I really loved the band! Aimee
Hello Kim! Greetings and salutations, from The Appalachian Highlands of Southern West Virginia. Thank you for adding me to your list of friends. Your comments are always welcome and appreciated.
Best Wishes ELWOOD, "The Friendly Banjer Picker!" Midnight Ramblers String Band Athens, West Virginia, USA.
Oh, Kim. So sorry to hear of your loss. In the words of my 3 year old, "We will see her again when we go to live with Jesus." (re:her Nana that passed away on Saturday.) Caring about you. Much love, C
My thoughts and prayers are with your family now as you try to cope with your loss...i am sure there were many, many wonderful memories that you'll treasure in your heart forever....Remember, your grandmother will still be with you wherever you go....your friend, jim
