Wendy Woo
Walking the Skyline
© 2004 Wendy Woo (637285015124)
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One of Colorado's most popular singer/songwriters, Wendy Woo's latest collection features songs in three genres: Upbeat, expansive pop/folk; rhythmic funk/blues; and melodic solo acoustic.
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Reviews of this CD:
"Tight, upbeat arrangements range from danceable funk to acoustic rock and wah-wah blues." Kat Valentine, The Denver Post, April 16, 2004.
"...'One-Way Street,' 'Gravity' and a slinky version of Bill Withers's 'Use Me' are seasoned with a dash of sass, and 'I Can't Go,' a bonus track, is alluringly intimate." Michael Roberts, Westword, April 29, 2004.
"Her musicianship is solid, her vocals are expressive and sensual." Brad Weismann, Colorado Daily, April 30, 2004.
BIO
Though born in New York City, Wendy Woo grew up in Colorado. Her energetic personality, musical skills, and spirited songwriting have made her a media and fan favorite.
Multicultural in both heritage and outlook, Woo displays a blend of soul, vibrancy, and wild child attitude. A passionate live performer who connects instantly with her audiences, she has been playing to sold out venues every week and attracting national music industry attention.
Whether playing by herself or with her band, she draws you in and holds you there. Her voice is simultaneously intimate and assured. Her songs are wide-ranging in style but always pure in emotion: from down and dirty blues to defiant ex-lover funks to summer day sambas to wistful ballads. Her guitar-playing includes fretwork riffs so unusual they always generate cheers.
Her talent has not gone unnoticed. Her music has been featured in "Uncommon Goals," a 1999 Discovery Channel documentary about the gold medal-winning U.S. women's soccer team, and the Food Network's "FoodNation with Bobby Flay." She also sings the theme song for "Good Day Colorado," the weekday morning show on Denver's Fox affiliate.
In addition, she has won numerous accolades including:
*Best Singer/Songwriter (2000, 2002, 2003, 2004), Best Nationally Undiscovered Artist, and Best Acoustic Artist (Denver's Westword).
*Independent Artist of the Year (2003) (Hapi Skratch Entertainment).
*Best Musician (The Boulder Weekly).
*Best Singer/Songwriter (The Boulder Daily Camera).
*Best Local Artist (Colorado Daily).
*Winner of the Colorado Lilith Fair Talent Search.
*Named to music critics' "Best Colorado CDs of the Year" lists: "Ecolalia" (The Denver Post and Westword) and "Gonna Wear Red" (DenverLocalMusicScene)
She was part of the 1999 Lilith Fair in Denver, sharing the stage with Sarah McLachlan and The Indigo Girls. She has opened for many national acts including Sheryl Crow, India.Arie, Counting Crows, Shawn Colvin, Dave Mason, Stanley Jordan, Eric Johnson, Karla Bonoff, The Crash Test Dummies, Sonia Dada, Sean Mullins, Sophie B. Hawkins, and Loudon Wainwright III.
Woo's parents, Jane, an artist, and Bataan, a poet, were founding faculty members of Boulder's legendary Naropa Institute. The Faigao home was a gathering spot for such literary icons as Beat poet Allen Ginsberg, Merry Prankster Ken Kesey, and 1960s chronicler Norman Mailer. Local music critics have lauded her as a significant member of Boulder's "organic" music scene.
Her musical experience includes studying classical guitar and music theory in college; working at Boulder's most famous music venue, the Fox Theater; organizing the Women from Mars (an on-going music festival); and serving as a producer for multiple projects including CDs for herself and Sally Taylor, daughter of Carly Simon and James Taylor.
Woo has released five CDs, displaying a wide variety of styles.
"Angels in the Crowd" (1997) is a collection of mellow jazz and folk-inspired ballads.
"Wide Awake and Dreaming" (1999) is a full band production with funk and jazz rhythms.
"Ecolalia" (2000) features Woo's songs and acoustic guitar interwoven with her father's poetry.
"Gonna Wear Red" (2002) is a tightly produced series of rock tunes with touches of funk, blues, and folk, featuring intricate acoustic and electric guitar styles and Woo's sweet and powerful voice.
"Walking the Skyline" (2004) captures the intimacy of Woo's solo performances and the energy of her band shows.
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Excellent Music
author: MarleneI like this CD so much I bought two more to give as gifts.
I was driving to the Gym to work out and I heard this song on the radio
author: Neal VBI was driving to the Gym to work out and I heard this song on the radio but didn't know what it was called. I went into the Gym and wrote down the expression "lost in one way streets". When I went home I got on Google and found the song "One Way Street" and Wendy Woo. I enjoy her voice it is unique and delightful to listen too. The CD is recorded very well too so if you are a music lover and an audiophile this is a winner.
She is the Best!
author: VickieThis CD is exceptional. I highly recommend it to any WW fans who do not have it already.
LOVE IT !!
author: Linda WoodMy first, but not last, W.W. CD - how can I get a schedule of when WW will be on the Altitude Channel again?
lots of fun
author: phlappswendy's songs are a lot of fun to listen to and good songwriting that keeps you wanting more!
mucho bueno
author: Tom HSaw wendy at peoples fair 2004, lost the cd in the move, re-ordered from cd baby... mucho bueno!!!
Glad I found Woo
author: ABSGreat CD - upbeat music and fantastic vocals, well put together. Love to hear her sing Use Me Up. Some days I get One Way Street stuck in my head and sing it all day long.
Powerful acoustic and electric guitar pieces.
author: gen1024This CD includes acoustic and electric guitar pieces that when combined with Woo's powerful vocals are reminiscent of Cheryl Crow’s early days.
- author: Karen & Danny
The best yet! A must have.
The acoustic "Angels Laughing" is as good as it gets.
author: DennisAcoustic Angels Laughing is as good as it gets, Woo has a way with words, and a unique way with the guitar.
Creatvie mix of folk, funk, and pop/jazz rock&roll.
author: jraIf you enjoy folky acoustic, funky electric, and pop/jazz rock&roll, you'll like this CD. I was fortunate to hear most of these songs live in a small venue and the Woo band just rocked out! If you get a chance to see them live you'll want this CD, or if you hear this CD you'll want to see them live.
"Hold On" a Must-Hear
author: Boulder Woo FanWoo is an amazing live performer. One of the best I have seen and much better than most signed artists. Because she does so many diverse styles (pop, funk, rock, blues, jazz, folk), she doesn't fit into a single genre category. This ablum was developed to showcase the funk she does with her band and the acoustic songs she does as a solo and with the band. Aside from "Ecolalia" (the music/poetry album she did with her father which is beautiful), this is my favorite Woo album because it does the best job of capturing her live shows (though you also must see her perform live to get the full effect--she's got stage presence like no one else). My favorite songs on the album are "Hold On" and "I Can't Go." If you only sample one song clip on CDBaby, make it "Hold On." For a totally different style, check out "One Way Street," which seems to be popular with local DJs. And if you want to see Woo live, either come to Colorado, or email her and invite her to your town.
Woo did again
author: sroolik from israelconsidering "Angels laughing" was written in italian restaurant on a tablecloth (very funny Woo..) Woo latest release is nice.we can find variety of stiles,the music flowing smoothly through the Cd.very enjoyable.
Woo did again
author: sroolik from israelconsidering "Angels laughing" was written in italian restaurant on a tablecloth (very funny Woo..) Woo latest release is nice.we can find variety of stiles,the music flowing smoothly through the Cd.very enjoyable.