Straddling the genres of folk, bluegrass and edgy roots pop, Vanessa Torres' songs draw you in by being both catchy and lyrically moving. Backed by her dynamic 2-piece female band, Touching Ground, Torres' songs are full of raw emotion and a strong call to social justice.
Good Times Music Magazine describes Vanessa's songs as having "...a lighthearted yet serious contempt for social mores combined with a well of charisma and a smile that can still grab the attention of a society that worships the superficialities championed by prime-time t.v."
Chris Darling, host of WMPG radio says of Torres, "No stranger to community activism, her music is a testament to her belief that music, community and making a difference are all tied together."
In addition to poignant original lyrics, Torres' band layer the contemporary with the traditional of folk music. Present in the mix are her own powerful lead vocals and rhythmic guitar, the rich vocal harmonies of sister Tamara Torres, and the melodic interludes of accordion and banjo by Ra Criscitiello.
Having opened for Erin Mckeown, Kaki King, and played the side stage of the Women and Music Festival , where such notables as Toshi Reagon, Patty Griffin and Jill Sobule--Vanessa Torres and her band are no strangers to the folk scene. Based out of Portland Maine, these women are gaining the attention of national conferences, radio stations, clubs and colleges. Their sound has been likened to The Dixie Chicks, Indigo Girls, and Patty Griffin. Not suprisingly Torres sites these, and others such as Tracy Chapman and Ani Difranco as some of her biggest influences.
Hey thanks for all the support you've given me. I just put my newest single, "Waiting For U" Featuring AK & DUBble, up this morning. Be sure to come by and check it out on my page and let me know what you think. I've been Waiting For U To Come!
Peace Sunday, June 5, 1982, Rose Bowl, no nukes - nuclear disarmament - stop nuclear madness concert - NYC - Central Park - June 12, 1982, 1,000,000 person march and rally for Nuclear Freeze. Photography and presentation by Curtis Rainbow. 'Give Peace a Chance' music by Achim Schultz. Inspiration by Yoko Ono. Dedicated to John Lennon.
Hi Vanessa.. Thanks for taking the time to listen! Your music sounds great, I like your style.. My favorite songs are "Ain..t no grave" and "Listening", really good songs!!! "Listening" is a beautiful song, great lyric.. You have an amazing voice!! I hope you have a great weekend!! Have fun, Josh
Thank you for the add and the friendship. you are very good, I like your stupendous music a lot, and stupendous voice. compliments ..really. you are one of my prefeitis, I feel great admiration for you, talk to you soon, and all of my best wishes to always listen to your good music. all the best.. from italy..and good week neal
It was nice meeting you guys at FA! Keep up the good work! Really enjoy your tunes. Hope you enjoyed the little demo I gave you...hope to see ya around.
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