NAKED DREAMS CD REVIEWS "Warley combines appealing American kookiness with a disarmingly rich vocal delivery. Her sublime vocals add a commanding air of authority that never overwhelm or cajole. She's an especially gifted songwriter, as the irresistible pop-country of "Happenstance," the purer-edged acoustics of "Time to Fly," the moody rocking of "Can't Find My Way," and the exemplary title track prove. NAKED DREAMS is a fine showcase for the songwriting and vocal talents of someone we will be hearing a lot more from in the future." -Sean McGhee, Editor, Rock 'n Reel Magazine (UK), July/Aug. 2009
"Susie Warley reaches a new level with her 2009 release. Her voice is Texas folk and her dynamic delivery keeps the listener involved. The writing is solid and creative throughout. The project is lively and entertaining, as Warley touches all topics of life, mostly feel-good subjects. NAKED DREAMS peels away the layers of Susie’s inner self and exposes a look at the true creativity residing within." -Lucky Boyd, Texas Music Awards / My Texas Music
"The music of NAKED DREAMS ranges from pop torch songs and light ballads to a more guitar driven upbeat groove with a solid pop edge. Warley’s country rock may sound influenced by greats from Skeeter Davis (‘50s) to Linda Ronstadt (‘60s) and Marti Jones and Aimee Mann (‘80s); yet, with a memorable batch of satisfying pop rockers, Warley stakes out a vibe all her own." -Robert Silverstein, mwe3
"This mammoth release is a good collection of rock and pop country. The pace slows with 'The Secret,' a track highlighting Susie's sexy and breathy vocal; it sent a tingle down my spine. The crisp production and exquisite playing is superb." -Maverick Magazine (UK)
Biography
Indeed, Susie's musical influences have included songstresses such as Carly Simon, Stevie Nicks, Olivia Newton-John, Carol King, and Emmylou Harris, with her favorite super groups being the Beatles, Steely Dan, The Eagles, and Heart.
In November 2009, Susie released a new Christmas single entitled “Miracle of Christmas Love.” The genesis for the song was an article in which the writer predicted that, because of the hard economic times, people would be celebrating a simpler, more old-fashioned Christmas this year. With her usual songwriting finesse, Susie embraces this theme, while creating a song that is uplifting and heart-rending.
Returning to her rock and roll roots in early 2009, Susie's Naked Dreams album is an eclectic collection of 14 songs that spans the gamut of musical genres and lyrical themes. Whether it be a soft love song or a hard heart-breaker; an enchanting vignette or a bold outpouring of raw emotion; a simple idea or a deep philosophical thought, this collection is sure to tease the ears and stimulate the minds of music lovers of all kinds. Best of all, the CD showcases the impressive talents of producer and guitarist John Inmon.
Susie’s debut album, Kalypso, was released in 2007 and has been described as “world folk” and beautifully showcases her unique vocal style. From sweet and ethereal to rich and emotive, the euphonic tenor of Susie’s voice is sure to please the ear and pull on the heartstrings. Hollywood actress Mamie van Doren selected the title track for her Goddess Video.
In performance, Susie’s repertoire includes originals, along with obscure and popular cover songs. She has performed in venues across Texas, New Mexico, Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York.
Originally from New Hampshire, Susie moved to Texas in 1984 and currently resides in Horseshoe Bay with her husband, Gene, and their two sons. Her singing career began at the age of 7 in church and school choirs. When 12, she received a pawn shop guitar as a gift and began learning the basics from a family friend. Before too long, she was accompanying herself in talent shows. A couple of years later, her father built a Heathkit organ and she enrolled in organ lessons.
A Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Texas-San Antonio, Susie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and is currently pursuing a Master's degree at the Middlebury College Bread Loaf School of English in Middlebury, Vermont. She also writes poetry and is working on a novel. A former marathon runner, Susie continues to make running an essential part of her day.
Extending warm wishes to you during this time of Thanksgiving.
My wish for you is . . . a deep appreciation and sense of abundance for all that you are, all that you give and all that you have - your friends, family, your work, your home. In appreciating what we have, we can experience greater enjoyment instead of lack, greater peace instead of hassle, and greater love instead of longing.
So whether you are at a gathering with your friends or family or relaxing in solitude I'm wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving.
Hey, Susie, Love the photo!!! Hope you have a fantastic Thanksgiving. I wish we were down there. We still think of moving down that way all the time, particularly with the taxes getting so high up here. Hope the band is rocking. All my best and from Betty and Scout, too, Billy
Hiya I hope you are ok and have had a good day. Weekend is here again. Comes around so fast doesn't it? Meant to be raining and windy here again this weekend. Luckily we haven't had the floods they have had up north. Had a manic day at work today. Rushed off my feet. Crazy day. Need the weekend to rest up. Got a lot to do actually. More cards to make and reviews to write and shopping to get. Never ending!!!! Take care Sara
Hi Susie, Hope you all had some fun on Halloween.My daughter was flying into the Juarez airport that weekend so I went down to the border to meet her. Juarez has become a pretty dangerous place the last few years and I didn't want her wandering around by herself down there. They have had more than 2000 killings this year as a result of shoot outs between rival drug cartels. While she was here managed to get to the tram, go shopping for a nice Nikon camera she had been saving up for, and go on a tour of some of the ghost towns of northern New Mexico. My old band leader, Billy D., was back from Portland for Halloween weekend. We played at a huge Halloween party and played some other gigs in Santa Fe and Espanola. Great to be reunited with the HooDoos for the holiday weekend. Everybody talks about how ugly El Paso and Juarez are but every time I pass through there I can't wait to go back. So much history and energy there and a culture that is neither American nor Mexican. The border region really is an entity unto itself. So many beautiful old buildings ands lots of bargains in the little shops along the streets that lead to the big bridge. And the people on both sides always treat me real good. Hope all is well and you are enjoying the autumn. It was great meeting you in Pagosa Springs. Here's a link to some video of my first outing with the Memphis P-Tails http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSt1zdwXIlg Also I just did a painting for the cover of the new cd by the Bayou Brothers. Please check them out at: friends.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewfriends... Much love & respect, HooDoo Jeff
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Thanks again for the support and I hope you enjoy the album!
Lord willing, I'll be in the hill country nlt Tuesday, next week, thru ???? Keep me posted on waz happenin.....hope we get to pick n grin a little somewhere? Added a couple more tracks yesterday....plz check them out. I'll add Brook's harmony vocals to Early Morning Rain when I go to Atlanta late December and then cd will be finished. Hope you have a happy turkey day planned with those you love.
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Hi how you been my friend have not heard from you in a long while I have been in the studio a lot and this week was my birthday hope your doing great xoxo
Hey kiddo.....I hope to be back in and around Luckenbach Thanksgiving week so maybe we can get together and share stories? I hope so. I recorded some new songs on Monday so give a listen when you have time. Plan to do two more this week also. Dec/Jan Im off to Atlanta, Miami and the Florida Keys.....can you feel my smile b:))
Hope things keep going great for you. We think of you all the time and the wonderful times we had. Betty and I were "Dia de los Muertos" show and it went really well. Will be posting photos this week. Billy and Betty, too. OUCH, Scout, don't bite my ankle. I'll tell Susie hi for you, too. Damn!!!
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Olá !!! Muito obrigado por fazer parte dos meus amigos aqui em meu espaço e muito boa sorte pra você!!! Fique a vontade pra ouvir todas as canções do meu terceiro CD: Ebulição de Idéias, ver os vídeos de shows e tudo que quiser, ta bom?! O CD tem a participação do Zé Geraldo na música (S.O.S) e tem também uma canção em homenagem ao Maluco Beleza, Raul Seixas (Um Canto Para Raul), Além da música "Essência Oculta" que foi trilha Sonora de um filme(TV Cultura) do Grande Cineasta Hermano Penna. Grande abraço do César Di.
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