Bari Koral
Confessions Of An Indiegirl
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BARI KORAL'S 'CONFESSIONS...' A CLASSIC
Bari Koral's 12-song Confessions of an Indiegirl looks, sounds and, more importantly, feels like it should be a blockbuster hit.
A sure bet to be one of the biggest releases of 2005 given the proper exposure, comparisons to such artists as Chrissie Hynde, Lucinda Williams, Roseanne Cash, Norah Jones, Shelby Lynne, Fleetwood Mac, Allison Moorer, and Ani DiFranco, while inevitable, are in no way limiting.
Kicking off with an Indigo-like yearning for escape and better things (something of a theme on the disc) called "Bonnie & Clyde," Koral burns her way through a classic late-night soul searcher ("Don't Give Up") before cranking up the heat for "Aspiring Angel," a subtly-grooved, tremolo drenched, alt.country pop tune with major radio potential.
Venturing onto turf that could have been disastrous, "Midnight Train To Georgia" is a soulful, slinky, jazz-pop remake that distances the standard from Gladys Knight's version just enough for Koral to lay claim to the song. Another radio hit in the waiting, "Give Me Life," is a Pretenders'-tough demand for more of everything married to a brilliant Aimee Mann-does-George Harrison hook; while, practically bursting from the speakers, "In Time" is a Hot 100 dance hit with a Madonna-Britney-Duff update of Taylor Dayne and a bubbling Evanescence effervescence.
Although getting past the lyrical coupling of hassle and castle on "One Room Castle" may prove difficult for some, there's no denying the moody Stevie Nicks-meets-Sarah Mclachlan swirl and Kate Bush-intense imagery of Koral's take on Maria McKee's "Breathe"; the heartbreaking loss and longing that hangs over the deceptively gentle "Choices"; the radio potential of "The World You Call Home"; or the yearning for escape and new beginnings on "Sue's Mood."
"It's been an awesome experience making the album," the former head researcher for Court TV's Jeffrey Dahmer coverage said of Confessions..., "I really do think that it's my best work yet."
Financed, for the most part, by hundreds of campus, corporate center, cafeteria and coffee shop gigs she's performed in such off-the-beaten-path places as North Dakota, Iowa, Wyoming and Idaho over the last four years, Koral's persistence and constant touring paid off as her fan base grew, new songs were inspired, and new friends were made.
Produced by Pete Caigan, Koral and Jimmy Bralower, a few of the new friends appearing on Confessions of an Indiegirl include most of the Jayhawks, drummer Jerry Marrotta, Bill Dillon, Tony Levin, Rhett Miller (Old 97's), Jeff Mattson (Zen Tricksters), Jason Hart and Matt Johnson (Rufus Wainwright).
Another benefit of four years on the road is Koral's semi-autobiographical book, Confessions of an Indiegirl. Centered around Lucy Bonner, "a Jewish, happy, miserable, neurotic and man obsessed rock-star-in-training." "Lucy," according to the author, "is always in love and always with the wrong guy." Confessions... is a sharp and sometimes hilarious account of Lucy's personal and professional struggles in and outside of the music business.
Bari Koral opens for Blue Country, Friday, Jan. 21, Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, West Chester University, West Chester, PA; and performs at 8 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 25, the Lion's Den, 214 Sullivan St., NYC. Bari is at: barikoral.com. You can read excerpts from Confessions of an Indiegirl at: womanrock.com.
-AL MUZER- THE AQUARIAN
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It's soulful.
author: AileenIt's soulful. Love her version of Midnight Train. Can't wait to catch BK perform live.
Utterly soulful, inspiring, and from the heart.....GREAT!
author: Jayme BeckhamThe CD is fantastic and compliments the live performances that I've heard. Really, Really, awesome!
quality music from a quality musician
author: HintyGreat, great, great. That's the bottom line. Hope she will do "Jesus Loves Me" on her next CD, it's great live in the desert.
Her Best Album!!!
author: Anonymous ExpertBari Koral's "Confessions of an Indie Girl" is a tour de force -- her best album yet. Bari has matured into a master singer-songwriter with perfect control of her voice. The tracks on this album show off her talents across a range of styles and moods. It's the perfect coffee-house album. I would put her right up there with Norah Jones. Why don't more people know about her? Sooner or later this indie girl is going to hit it big.
It won't disappoint
author: Brandon CollinsI first heard The World You Call Home on tour when it was called 'the radio song' and knew instantly that I needed to buy the CD when it came out. Now that I have it, I couldn't imagine my playlist without the confessions of an indie girl! Definately won't be disappointed.
exceeded my expectations
author: bobHeard "The World You Call Home" on the Daily Sourcecode & had to have it. Would have been pleased with even one other good song. The whole album is good, some as excellant as the song I wanted!
Great CD
author: Brian GieseI really love this CD. I heard Adam Curry mention it on his Podcast and bought it right away. The lyrics are inspirational and the instrumentation is a perfect fit for the pleasant vocals.
AWESOME!!!!!
author: Natalie and JeremyThis CD was amazing. This was the third Bari Koral CD that my husband and I have purchased and we couldn't live without them. Bari continues to belt out awesome tunes and never ceases to amaze us with her talent!!!!!
AWESOME!!!!!
author: Natalie and JeremyThis CD was amazing. This was the third Bari Koral CD that my husband and I have purchased and we couldn't live without them. Bari continues to belt out awesome tunes and never ceases to amaze us with her talent!!!!!
Bari is the best! And, this is Bari's best!
author: MaryI've followed Bari's career for several years and love her recordings. But, Indie Girl is just amazing! It has a permanent home in the CD player! This deserves major play in major places!
I love Bari's unique style; she never ceases to amaze me! This album is truly on
author: KaraI love Bari's unique style;she never ceases to amaze me! This album is truly one of her best.
super star in the wings
author: keith kachtickBari Koral's terrific new CD deserves to make the multi-talented singer/songwriter a star. Few albums please from beginning to end, yet there's not a single sour note in "Confessions of an Indiegirl." A wonderful listening experience, whether you're driving alone on the highway with the windows open and the stereo cranked loud, or at home at night lounging with a loved one by the fire. Bari Koral is the real thing--buy this smart, sultry, finely produced CD and you'll find yourself enjoying it more and more.
such a fine album . .
author: Andrew in UKBari has a superb voice, writes catchy tunes, and has a great band, which all comes together perfectly on this excellent CD. The album is easily the match for 'big name' international releases, and well deserves to be a big hit, the gal's gonna be a star. Buy it and enjoy!
They just keep getting better and better!
author: MandyThis CD is Bari's best yet. I LOVE THIS CD!
Another fine installment from Bari!
author: Rachel GearhartI've been a fan of Bari's for some years now and have awaited this album for a long time! Right from the beginning with "Bonnie and Clyde" through great ones like "In Time" the whole CD is high quality and her best yet. "Confessions of an Indiegirl" is already on constant rotation in my car!