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Laura Smith
Pop / Rock / Jazz

writing! writing! writing!



North Vancouver/Victoria, British Columbia
Canada

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Last Login:  11/25/2009
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   Laura Smith: General Info
Member Since8/7/2005
Band Websitewww.laurasmithmusic.com
Band MembersLaura Smith (voicebox, pno, synth, accordion, other piano-like instruments, tabourine.)

Andrew Braun (guitar,vox, glockenspiel, accordion, piano, synth, handclaps)

Jeff Riedlinger (4 string bassmachine, vox, handclaps, tambourine.)

Johnny Andrews (drums, model.)


Publicity and other inquiries:
Deb Beaton-Smith
Beat Music Management
contact: debbeatonsmith@telus.net



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Buy the CD at one of the links below:

LAURA SMITH: Sea of Stars



Influencesmusic. rocking out!
Sounds Likelaura smith and the boys.
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Dec 9 2009 8:00P
The Biltmore Cabaret with Elias, Bodhi Jones and Spotlight Carnival Vancouver, British Columbia

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   About Laura Smith







“Smith seems unassuming off-stage and at only 22 years of age, she sings with crystal clear vocals and a polish that certainly belies her youth. She’s definitely someone to watch out for.” FOCUS Magazine

“This unique genre-crossing album offers combinations of alternative pop, folk, rock and jazz songs brought to life by Laura’s mature lyrics and lilting vocals. Fans of artists like Lisa Loeb, Ann Vriend, Jill Barber and Sarah Slean will certainly appreciate her too. …. she will undoubtedly be capturing the hearts of alternative and pop music lovers across the country.” Party In Kingston

“Smith’s vocals are the major standout on the album. With her soaring vocals and upbeat tempo, her songs are bright and cheery like the morning sunshine.” Spill Magazine

“What I like about Laura is that she keeps it simple, and I mean that in the best way possible. Her keyboard and piano melodies offer up emotion and her band thickens up the sound (with horns, bass, drums and guitar), but they never jeopardize melody for complexity. Smith is happy to ride the melody she crafts, confident that the emotion she presents is strong enough to keep your interest.” Herohill


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In live performance, the band turns up the volume and infuses their songs with an extra jolt of energy. While exuding an undeniable charm, Laura "has commanding stage presence, fabulous vocals and is a superb keyboardist" (Riveting Riffs). Jeff (bass) and Johnny (drums) provide the rhythmic backbone, while Andrew (guitar/keys/vocals) provides layers of colour.

The versatility and musicality of these players is apparent as they supplement their basic instrumentation with textures ranging from sing-along gang vocals, to walls of guitar feedback, to space age synthesizers, and percussion breakdowns. They maintain a studious approach toward crafting new songs and are constantly tweaking and improving arrangements of older ones and have "created a masterpiece and a live show that’s both entertaining and memorable" (Ronatron).

Laura Smith has grown from its original inception of a girl and her piano to a collaborative four-piece band of diverse, accomplished, and experienced musicians. Based out of North Vancouver and Victoria, BC, the current incarnation of the group includes Laura Smith, Andrew Braun, Jeff Riedlinger (Sam Bradley) and Johnny Andrews (Tegan and Sara). They boast years of live experience and numerous music-related pieces of paper between them.

Since the self-produced debut, Sea of Stars, in November 2008, they have toured Western Canada four times, done two CBC Canada Live recordings, showcased at; NXNE, the WCMA’s, Junofest, played Rifflandia twice, the Vancouver Jazz Festival, Telus World Ski and Snowboard Festival, the MMVA artist lounge and had the opportunity to open for bands such as Immaculate Machine, Dan Mangan, Said the Whale, Mother Mother and Nicole Atkins.

Sea of Stars has been distributed and is rotation on CBC radio 1, CKUA in Alberta and various college stations debuting number 10 on CFUV. Their first single "Can't Stop" has been in regular rotation on CBC Radio 3.

“…one can only predict that Laura Smith has an incredible future ahead of her, not only on the Canadian music scene, but we should also be hearing more from her on the international stage as well." (Riveting Riffs – Vancouver Plaza Club Review)

   Laura Smith's Friend Space (Top 20)
Laura Smith has 2817 friends.
 Andrew Braun 


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 Said The Whale 


 Dan Mangan 


 The Painted Birds [new single!] 


 James Kasper 


 prairie cat 


 Nat Jay 


 ELIAS 


 MOTHER MOTHER 


 Hey Ocean! 


 Winston 


 YUKON BLONDE 


 Library Voices - EP in stores and on Itunes now! 


 Nadia von Hahn 





Laura Smith's Friends Comments
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Emie R-Roussel

Emie R-Roussel



Nov 24 2009 11:59 PM

Thanks for the add!!!

Emie
Rachid

Rachid Zeroual



Nov 15 2009 9:42 PM

hello Laura
Sexxy-Mariah^_^

Mariah Garcia



Nov 12 2009 4:12 AM

Thank you for the add!!!
Casino Junction

Casino Junction



Nov 11 2009 5:49 AM

Why thank you.
I'll def try to come to the show on the 9th. Who else is playing that night and do you know how much its gonna cost? and what puzzles are you making?
Casino Junction

Casino Junction



Nov 11 2009 5:22 AM

My goodness you've got such an awesome sound!
Thanks for the add!
Lets be friends,

Happiness!
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Nov 10 2009 5:52 PM

Hey wass up just showing sum love check out our new videos
please please download our single on itunes if you haven't already please show your support here

http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?id=333016751&s=143441
Lost In Atlantis [Follow Us On Twitter @LIAisrad]

Lost In Atlantis [Follow Us On Twitter @LIAisrad]



Nov 7 2009 7:35 PM

Thank you so much for the add! Your support means so much to us! Please feel free to stop by and say hi! We try to respond to everybody! And don't forget: If you like what you hear, send us your e-mail address and receive "New Beginnings" and "Tek No" for free! Thanks again! :) Have a great day!

-Lost In Atlantis
Thompkins Marketing LLC

Thompkins Marketing LLC



Nov 6 2009 5:58 AM

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Refinery Music Promotions Group Ltd.

Refinery Music Promos



Oct 30 2009 2:45 AM

Hello Laura - we heart you!
London Drewgs

London Drewgs



Oct 27 2009 10:36 PM

Thanks for the friends add, listen, enjoy and network
7th Room

7th Room



Oct 21 2009 3:25 AM

hi we are a new acoustic band, just wondering if you would like to hear something new
Gabbii... love!

Gabbii Nielsen



Oct 18 2009 7:48 PM

Hello!
I saw you guys play on the fourteenth of august!
I thought you were extremely rad!!!
7th Room

7th Room



Oct 13 2009 3:39 PM

Hi you, how are you? look, probably you would be wondering who we are, well we are a new band, we play acoustic, folk rock, healing eassylistening and pop music, and we are trying to get our music heard, so we would be grateful if you come and hear our music, pleaseee do it we're desperated no one want to listen us hahaxD, just kidding but we would really really apreciate if you come by and tell us what you think. i hope you'll be ok and have a great week
come and listen our music please
memo
Death Match Union

Death Match Union



Oct 12 2009 11:15 PM


YO!!! What are ya doing next weekend??

Its an important weekend for DMU, and We would love to see you

@ Club Envy Sat OCT 17!! Its in Delta on 70th & Scott Road...

Peace

Machine
D.M.U

Ps: come up and say Hi!!
The Sanction

The Sanction



Oct 9 2009 9:59 AM

Hi Laura...As a thank you for being our friend...You've got yourself a FREE DOWNLOAD of our first single 'FALLING' on OCT 12TH. Check our page for a sneak preview, hope to see you soon! xx
EL-(NICE)Malayapark.com

Ellana Musicholic



Oct 1 2009 4:44 PM

hye!! who there?? what u new show??
Wrestle with God

Wrestle with God
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Sep 30 2009 4:58 AM

Hey. :)
Thanks for accepting.
Peace.Love.Sympathy
Myspace Band Promotions

Band Promotions



Sep 29 2009 8:23 PM

Hey, Thanks for the add. we promote bands come to my page to see how it works.
Ali Milner - NEW SONGS UP!

Ali Milner - NEW SONGS UP!



Sep 28 2009 8:41 PM

why hello there!! hope you're having a beautiful Monday miss lauraaa :)
Acres Of Lions

Acres Of Lions



Sep 24 2009 6:38 PM

sweet! we'll see ya then!
Acres Of Lions

Acres Of Lions



Sep 23 2009 11:40 PM

hi laura, looking forward to seeing you play at rifflandia on saturday! if you're in town on friday you should come check out our show at Lucky Bar (9:30 PM)!
tyson / acres of lions
Santa Clara (Now on iTunes)

Santa Clara (Now on iTunes)



Sep 22 2009 12:33 AM

Hey Laura, it's Tim Langley. Just stopping by to say hi. Hope you're doing well:)
WE WERE LOVERS

WE WERE LOVERS



Sep 17 2009 6:39 AM

Thanks for the add! We are looking forward to seeing you friday too! WCMA's are gonna be a blast this year!

WWL
Nadia von Hahn

Nadia von Hahn



Sep 8 2009 12:36 AM

I think you should change your name to "Laura City Smith" for that show. I don't know why. Just an instinct. What are you up to this weekend?
CdT

CdT



Sep 3 2009 5:29 PM

hi laura!
and andrew!
and co.!

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