Suzanne Brindamour
Suzanne Brindamour
© 1999 Suzanne Brindamour (791022133226)
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Likened to the musical styles of Shawn Colvin, Jewel, and Tori Amos...Brindamour's debut CD has garnered critical acclaim in the Washington D.C. area. "She is a poet without paper, wrapping her sweetly confessional lyrics in this gorgeous voice.." Gazette
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- 1 Ivy
- 2 If I Linger
- 3 No Pride in Pity
- 4 Connected
- 5 I Don't Know
- 6 Dear Sevda
- 7 Waiting in the Wings
- 8 Three Choosing
- 9 The Last Thing
- 10 Over
- 11 Warrior
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An award-winning singer, songwriter and composer, Suzanne Brindamour traces her musical roots and inspirations back to her family. A native of Maryland and the youngest of five children, Brindamour grew up surrounded by music. Her mother loved to sing and her father, a full-time attorney and casual pianist, filled the house with music. But, it was the guitar playing of her three older brothers that sparked Brindamour's love of music.
At age 12, Brindamour received her first guitar as a Christmas gift and immediately began lessons. She trained in the classical style through grammar school, but she was drawn to the contemporary acoustic styles of Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell and Cat Stevens. Soon after learning the guitar, she taught herself to play the family piano.
A self-described "shy introvert," she fell into writing songs at age 18. She secretly recorded her first tape -- one that included not only original music, but also Brindamour's own vocals. The following year, she moved to Arizona, to pursue her education and explore her musical talents. Brindamour answered a Phoenix newspaper ad for "original music." She reluctantly shared her personal tape of songs and was asked to join "Kid Trousers & Wisdom Bricks." The "shy introvert" found her voice singing back-up and lead for the group. Brindamour spent the next two years honing her skills as a songwriter and vocalist. She returned home to Maryland after learning that her mother was suffering from terminal cancer -- a harrowing experience that inspired Brindamour's "Waiting in the Wings."
Brindamour composed her first piece of music for television during her stint as an intern for the CBS affiliate in Washington, D.C. She wrote and performed a song for a farewell tribute to the host of "Capital Edition." Trading in her guitar for a keyboard, Brindamour launched her career as a freelance musical composer. She composed scores for clients including National Geographic Television, "National Geographic Explorer," FOX's "America's Most Wanted," and Mercedes Benz. Brindamour also worked as Assistant Production Director at WFRE/WFMD Radio in Frederick, Maryland, where she wrote, produced and voiced commercials for air. Throughout her years of work in radio and television music production, she received first place ADDY, POLLIE, Axiom, Telly, and a Silver Screen Award in the U.S. Film Festival.
Brindamour continued to write music and sing, finally making the decision to become a solo artist in 1998. Inspired by the musical styles of Shawn Colvin and Sarah McLachlan, she returned to her acoustic roots, composing a mix of pop and folk music that was both provocative and edgy. Backed by friends and family and the owner of Il Forno restaurant in Maryland (where Brindamour worked part time as a waitress), the CD went into production and was released in October of 1999. Since its debut, "Suzanne Brindamour" has invited an incredible response from critics (The Washington Post, On Tap, The Gazette) as well as the listening public. Several of her songs have aired in Washington, D.C., in Arizona, Massachusetts and the Netherlands and she has done a number of live performances on radio and on-line. An excerpt from one track, "Dear Sevda," was used in the soundtrack for the television series "Popstars" which aired on the
WB and MTV.
Brindamour continues to tour cafes and clubs throughout the Washington metropolitan area and the west coast and her demand is growing.
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catchy acoustic guitar
author: Jamievery original and creative guitar - could see her morphing into a female version of sweet baby james ...
a diamond in the rough
author: ThaiI discovered Suzanne's music one summer last year while walking past a live music venue in the DC area. Her music was spilling out into the street and her captivating lyrics and luring voice pulled me in for the evening. I've seen a lot of live acts but Suzanne's music stands out - her charm, wit, and honest approach sets her apart from the uninspiring drone that you often hear making the rounds in the live music circuit. She's a diamond in the rough and I have thoroughly enjoyed this album as well as her latest -- and hope that she'll soon announce the release of a third album.
Suzanne's music belongs in your collection!!
author: Jim BushYou're reading this because you're wondering if you should make a small investment in Suzanne Brindamour's music. Do it. You won't regret it. I've made the comparison's too, to Shawn Colvin etc. Not fair. Suzanne's music is her own. Her voice is beautiful and ranges from breathy baby doll to sultry to blues. Through the wonders of the studio, she frequently overlays those voices in tight self harmonies. And the music is excellent. The arrangements and instrumentation, especially on her second CD are outstanding and the production is top rate. She's gathered skilled musicians around her and their attention to detail and commitment to the work is a testament to the quality of Suzanne's song writing. So, no more comparisons. She's her own girl and deserves her place with the best of the folk pop singer sonwriters. A word of caution though. You may find yourself singing these songs at inappropriate moments, like during a business meeting or in the middle of a game of racquetball. And, isn't that exactly the kind of music we want in our collections? So, make that investment and if we're all lucky, we'll be able to buy CD#3.