Album Notes

Beverly Baker: Next-Generation Nashville

After mortgaging the family farm to raise capital for her music career, Beverly Baker traveled to Nashville to begin an aggressive, artist development process. This process would combine over 15 years of previous experience performing for nationwide audiences in a cappella ensembles, dance, opera, musicals, and theatre, as well as Country and Top 40 acts.

Upon completing her degree at the University of Chicago, Baker teamed up with Cedar House Records, an independent label promoting new talent in Nashville, TN. The creation of her first album, Can You Hear Me Now, has sold over 5,000 copies via the web, concert events, and private distribution, in the last 22 months.

Featured on FM stations throughout her home state of Kansas, Baker proves her voice and songwriting capabilities were worth the investment in herself. Baker's recording projects and professional image, represent an unwavering dedication to crafting an exceptional performance product that incorporates a powerful stage presence within a humble, yet driven, womanly persona.

On rare occasions, Nashville finds a diamond in the rough... here, they'll find a gem. While Baker's looks, charm, and smile spark curiosity in the passerby, her voice, style, and stage presence will convince you that it's just a matter of time before she emerges in the next generation of women in country music.


Beverly Baker
Album: Can You Hear Me Now

Review

"Many studio creations struggle to match the vocal talent with the packaging. On rare occasions, projects such as Baker's reflect natural talent, perfect pitch, and songwriting ability, with no limitations for marketability. The album, the talent, the looks, the soul - comprises the best independent album I've heard all year."


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