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Susan Barth

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  • Genre: Acoustic / Alternative / Pop

    Location WOODLAND HILLS, California, US

    Profile Views: 42707

    Last Login: 6/11/2010

    Member Since 2/21/2006

    Website www.susanbarth.com

    Type of Label Unsigned

  • Bio

    .. .... .. .... ...... ...... .... .... ..All it takes is one listen to singer/songwriter Susan Barth’s music and you’ll be both delighted and captivated by it. With a retro songwriting style and a voice described by the International News Agency as “sultry and sensuous, imbued with sincere emotions and a refreshing rebellious flair,” she’s at the top of her game. Susan Barth has carved a place for herself in the genre of Adult Contemporary music that recalls the glory days of 60's and 70's pop music. When asked, she describes it as "Retro - Melodic Pop with a sad side". ..Although chiming guitars and eminently catchy choruses make her music instantly endearing, beneath an iridescent pop sparkle lies a dense shadowland. Clever songwriting and arrangement, catchy hooks and well placed instrumental parts are a feature of her latest album "Songs from the Suburbs," to be released in early 2010. ..Susan's first three CDs captured the attention of the music industry, earning accolades. Her songs have landed in the finals in numerous songwriting contests, including the UK Songwriting Contest, Billboard Songwriting Contest and Unisong Song Contest. Susan was named Runner Up for Songwriter of the Year in 2006 and 2007 by DIY, one of the most respected indie artist networks, which also chose "Wonderland" as the 2005 Runner Up for Album of the Year. Susan has also been awarded 7 ASCAP Songwriting Merit Awards over the last few years. Her track "Perfect Storm" is expected to make the semi-finals for the Unisong 2009 contest. ..Susan's unique musical style has also garnered the attention of radio and TV, with prominent UK station Pulse Radio placing the "Wonderland" track in their Top Ten for over 6 months, including 3 weeks at 1. The track "Almost Did It" made it onto NPR radio as a pick of the week. ..Susan's music is slated to appear on the Sounds Like Café Compilation CD for the 2009 Holidays in Australia, while hit WB TV series "Smallville" utilized the track "Feel Like A Man" from the album "This Thing" to underscore on-screen action. That same track was also awarded 2nd place in Billboard's Annual Songwriting Contest. She recently inked licensing deals with a trio of powerhouse companies who keep Hollywood supplied with songs. ..Susan occasionally performs at Los Angeles clubs like The Gig, The Mint, Molly Malone's and Genghis Cohen, sometimes as a solo performer, and sometimes with an eclectic mix of musicians drawn from a few close friends and some of L.A.'s finest session players. ........ ...... .. ...... ...... .................................... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ......

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    ...... .......... .. .. .... ..Clever songwriting and arrangement, catchy hooks and well laid out instrumental parts are a feature of this latest album from Susan Barth. The harmonies have been executed with taste. Each track on this album has its own charm. To sum up, the overall approach to Susan's songwriting is quite simple - The delivery of each song leaves the listener with a good feeling despite the actual theme. She delves into fantasy, real life characters and even indulges in some introspection. In other words, Susan draws you in with her songwriting charm. ........ ...... ..(1) ..Perfect Storm.. - The various harmonies are punctuated very intelligently. The acoustic guitar keeps up with the tempo of the song. The abrupt ending is reminiscent of the Beatles in their psychedelia influenced phase. Susan's vocals capture the imagination. ..(2) ..Sundays.. - The beginning is reminiscent of John Lennon's solo work. Harmonies are laid out smartly with an intermittent merge. The keyboard backdrop is quite captivating. This song is a good example of ensemble arrangements in a pop song, which is done just right. ..(3) ..Rainbows.. - This is a folksy tune where the lyrics evoke a sense of fantasy. A cute way of believing in all things fortune, hope and heavenly bliss. The arpeggio parts on the mandolin with a tight rhythm acoustic guitar part give this song a country like vibe. ..(4) ..Sleeping In.. - This track is a deviation where an ingenious introduction of a cello completely surprises the listener. Susan's vocals take on Broadway style for a brief moment in the bridge. Overall this song is a great surprise which grabs the listener's attention. ..(5) ..And Yet.. - Unlike the other tracks, this is a sombre one. The travis picked acoustic guitar serves as a great support upon which Susan delivers this feeling. Strings, percussion and keyboards add depth to this melancholy that Susan amply brings out in her vocals. .... ..(6) ..One More Year.. - Starting off with a psychedelia infused sound, the track morphs into a tight pop song structure. Right after the bridge, the keyboards brings a renaissance era style, a captivating part in the context of the instrumental arrangement of this entire song. ..(7) ..Chatsworth.. - The pauses in this song are a nice catch forcing the listener to sit up and take note. The instrumental parts in particular guitar solo, harmonies and wah effects are added with good taste differentiating this from the other tracks on this album. ..(8) ..20,000 Self Help Books.. - The build up from the introduction to the second verse has been executed well. The prominent aspect of this track is the bass guitar frame work that the song relies on. The underlying tone of this song has been delivered by Susan with tact and grace. ..(9) ..How It Goes.. - The acoustic guitar parts lead well into Susan's own feelings on self-fulfillment. The overall structure of this song draws the listener to ponder over his or her views on this topic which is a testament to the arrangement and delivery of this song. ..(10) ..Wrong.. - Don't go by the track duration. A simple question that Susan is asking but the response she gives is fitting. The beauty of this song lies in its tone; A subtle yet powerful reply to a view expressed in the most articulate and artistic way. ..(11) ..Gonna Do It.. - Another example of Susan's unique songwriting - She takes up a challenge yet delivers this message through her poppy and soulful vocals. The result leaves the listener with a lasting impression of a woman with emotion and grit. .......... .. .. .. .. ..

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    The Beatles John Lennon Aimee Mann Paul McCartney Carol King Rickee Lee Jones Jon Brion Sheryl Crow

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All it takes is one listen to singer/songwriter Susan Barth’s music and you’ll be both delighted and captivated by it. With a retro songwriting style and a voice described by the International News Agency as “sultry and sensuous, imbued with sincere emotions and a refreshing rebellious flair,” she’s at the top of her game. Susan Barth has carved a place for herself in the genre of Adult Contemporary music that recalls the glory days of 60's and 70's pop music. When asked, she describes it as "Retro - Melodic Pop with a sad side".

Although chiming guitars and eminently catchy choruses make her music instantly endearing, beneath an iridescent pop sparkle lies a dense shadowland. Clever songwriting and arrangement, catchy hooks and well placed instrumental parts are a feature of her latest album "Songs from the Suburbs," to be released in early 2010.

Susan's first three CDs captured the attention of the music industry, earning accolades. Her songs have landed in the finals in numerous songwriting contests, including the UK Songwriting Contest, Billboard Songwriting Contest and Unisong Song Contest. Susan was named Runner Up for Songwriter of the Year in 2006 and 2007 by DIY, one of the most respected indie artist networks, which also chose "Wonderland" as the 2005 Runner Up for Album of the Year. Susan has also been awarded 7 ASCAP Songwriting Merit Awards over the last few years. Her track "Perfect Storm" is expected to make the semi-finals for the Unisong 2009 contest.

Susan's unique musical style has also garnered the attention of radio and TV, with prominent UK station Pulse Radio placing the "Wonderland" track in their Top Ten for over 6 months, including 3 weeks at 1. The track "Almost Did It" made it onto NPR radio as a pick of the week.

Susan's music is slated to appear on the Sounds Like Café Compilation CD for the 2009 Holidays in Australia, while hit WB TV series "Smallville" utilized the track "Feel Like A Man" from the album "This Thing" to underscore on-screen action. That same track was also awarded 2nd place in Billboard's Annual Songwriting Contest. She recently inked licensing deals with a trio of powerhouse companies who keep Hollywood supplied with songs.

Susan occasionally performs at Los Angeles clubs like The Gig, The Mint, Molly Malone's and Genghis Cohen, sometimes as a solo performer, and sometimes with an eclectic mix of musicians drawn from a few close friends and some of L.A.'s finest session players.


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Clever songwriting and arrangement, catchy hooks and well laid out instrumental parts are a feature of this latest album from Susan Barth. The harmonies have been executed with taste. Each track on this album has its own charm. To sum up, the overall approach to Susan's songwriting is quite simple - The delivery of each song leaves the listener with a good feeling despite the actual theme. She delves into fantasy, real life characters and even indulges in some introspection. In other words, Susan draws you in with her songwriting charm.

(1) Perfect Storm - The various harmonies are punctuated very intelligently. The acoustic guitar keeps up with the tempo of the song. The abrupt ending is reminiscent of the Beatles in their psychedelia influenced phase. Susan's vocals capture the imagination.

(2) Sundays - The beginning is reminiscent of John Lennon's solo work. Harmonies are laid out smartly with an intermittent merge. The keyboard backdrop is quite captivating. This song is a good example of ensemble arrangements in a pop song, which is done just right.

(3) Rainbows - This is a folksy tune where the lyrics evoke a sense of fantasy. A cute way of believing in all things fortune, hope and heavenly bliss. The arpeggio parts on the mandolin with a tight rhythm acoustic guitar part give this song a country like vibe.

(4) Sleeping In - This track is a deviation where an ingenious introduction of a cello completely surprises the listener. Susan's vocals take on Broadway style for a brief moment in the bridge. Overall this song is a great surprise which grabs the listener's attention.

(5) And Yet - Unlike the other tracks, this is a sombre one. The travis picked acoustic guitar serves as a great support upon which Susan delivers this feeling. Strings, percussion and keyboards add depth to this melancholy that Susan amply brings out in her vocals.

(6) One More Year - Starting off with a psychedelia infused sound, the track morphs into a tight pop song structure. Right after the bridge, the keyboards brings a renaissance era style, a captivating part in the context of the instrumental arrangement of this entire song.

(7) Chatsworth - The pauses in this song are a nice catch forcing the listener to sit up and take note. The instrumental parts in particular guitar solo, harmonies and wah effects are added with good taste differentiating this from the other tracks on this album.

(8) 20,000 Self Help Books - The build up from the introduction to the second verse has been executed well. The prominent aspect of this track is the bass guitar frame work that the song relies on. The underlying tone of this song has been delivered by Susan with tact and grace.

(9) How It Goes - The acoustic guitar parts lead well into Susan's own feelings on self-fulfillment. The overall structure of this song draws the listener to ponder over his or her views on this topic which is a testament to the arrangement and delivery of this song.

(10) Wrong - Don't go by the track duration. A simple question that Susan is asking but the response she gives is fitting. The beauty of this song lies in its tone; A subtle yet powerful reply to a view expressed in the most articulate and artistic way.

(11) Gonna Do It - Another example of Susan's unique songwriting - She takes up a challenge yet delivers this message through her poppy and soulful vocals. The result leaves the listener with a lasting impression of a woman with emotion and grit.


Influences:

The Beatles John Lennon Aimee Mann Paul McCartney Carol King Rickee Lee Jones Jon Brion Sheryl Crow

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