Catman Cohen is the mysterious, controversial creator of the music trilogy, "The Catman Chronicles," a collection of songs that have themes related to life, death, and dreams.
Described as Post-Decadence Rock, Cohen's songs spring from a foundation of social activism, primarily in calling for a resurrection of neglected heroes (e.g., nurses, paramedics, teachers, firemen, universal peace-keepers, environmentalists, human rights activists, animal rights activists, etc.); a plea for assistance to those without adequate food or health care; and a cry for urgent remedial efforts to preclude an imminent fresh water crisis.
Very little is known about Catman Cohen. To date, his only publicity consists of shadow photos and his official bio excludes data such as birthdate, birthplace, and other personal details. He believes artists MUST step into the background in order that society can shift its spotlight onto various key vocations (especially nursing) that are in crisis. He turns down interviews, instead requesting that a list of social activist friends be considered in his place, stating that they have more important urgent things to say about the world than anything he might offer.
Cohen's extremely deep, bullfrog singing voice has drawn comparisons to various artists, particularly Tom Waits, Leonard Cohen, Bob Dylan, and Barry White. It is that strange unusual singing voice that forms the fulcrum within his CD's, featuring guest performances by she-males, Goths, and other atypical entertainers.
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Executive Producer-in-Heaven: Henry Iglesias
Produced and Arranged by James Lum
Music and Lyrics by Catman Cohen
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Vocalists:
Catman Cohen
Jaclyn Beardsley
Katarina Contreras
Bobby Hudson
Annette Lum
James Lum
Matthew Lum
Justin Lunsford
Christopher Spinks
Clarissa Thompson
Anonymous Friends of The Catman Project
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Musical Performance by:
James Lum - Electric Guitars, Acoustic Guitars
Sid Johnson - Bass Guitar
Catman Cohen - Keyboards
Rastine Calhoun III - Saxophones, Flutes, Horns
Anthony Heller - Drums, Percussion
Kristen Kimiko - Violin, Viola
Kwai Bun - Cello
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10% of CD sales proceeds to be donated to GESUNDHEIT! INSTITUTE (www.patchadams.org)
10% of CD sales proceeds to be donated to VOLUNTEERS WITHOUT BOUNDARIES (www.volunteerswithoutboundaries.org)
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"An unusual and, at times, spellbinding artist."
Music Connection Magazine (United States)
October 30, 2009
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"Such poverty and suffering right here in the land of affluence...you hit the nail on the head with 'So Ashamed'...thanks for trying to make a difference with your songs and music."
Mary Lightfine (Nursing Activist)
Volunteers Without Boundaries
June 18, 2009
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"Twelve tracks and Catman comes out stronger than before; there is evolution and progression with 'How I Want To Dream' that makes me want to listen to any follow up releases that [they] may put out there in the next few years."
Neufutur Magazine (United States)
Reviewed by James McQuiston
June 8, 2009
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“Startlingly original it takes an artist like Catman Cohen to really show the way forward in sonic artistry and he has continued to bring material of the finest calibre to the forefront. His vocal style is deep and brash but the floating melodies contradict this with great effect.”
Subba-Cultcha (United Kingdom)
Reviewed by Joe Ward
May, 2009
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“Catman offers us his most impressive album yet...this is an album that will be remembered.”
IndieMusicReviews (Germany)
Reviewed by Gary Levinson
May 11, 2009
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“Leonard Cohen’s early material sounded a lot like this...an acquired taste, but worth it.”
Bullfrog CD Reviews (Canada)
Reviewed by Jeremiah Sutherland
May 7, 2009
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“There will be those who like it immediately and those who hate [it] from first listen.”
Orcasound (Canada)
Reviewed by Carey
April, 2009
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"Dear Catman...I just listened to it and so feel your passion. Thanks for pushing in music what we push in our work."
Patch Adams (Medical Activist)
Gesundheit Institute
March 16, 2009
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