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Post by Rural Juror on Jun 4, 2011 15:25:16 GMT -5
I want to listen to I Don't Want To Be A Bride in full. That's the song that really stands out to me.
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Post by themagic on Jun 14, 2011 4:35:30 GMT -5
Dear California in full.
Seems to be the 2nd single possibly. Pretty good choice in my opinion.
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Post by HolidayGuy on Jun 14, 2011 9:37:03 GMT -5
I like the tossing-of-the-album-title into the song. :)
This is not the kind of track that probably will take radio by storm (she seems to be past her commercial peak, anyhow), but it's a nice track.
I wish something like "White Houses" would have been more successful than it was.
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Post by themagic on Jun 14, 2011 14:00:50 GMT -5
I like the tossing-of-the-album-title into the song. :) This is not the kind of track that probably will take radio by storm (she seems to be past her commercial peak, anyhow), but it's a nice track. I wish something like "White Houses" would have been more successful than it was. I always thought White Houses did well for her but i later found out it didn't kind of made me upset because the song is brilliant and pretty radio friendly. I don't think Vanessa will ever be a radio singer. Hopefully vanessa gets her big break again like with a thousand miles she deserves it. Probably said this before but i think it's a good thing vanessa isn't trying hard to get hit songs otherwise we wouldn't get all these masterpiece albums.
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Post by jazzyskye10² on Jun 17, 2011 17:24:36 GMT -5
Vanessa Carlton: a tFS Exclusive InterviewIn this day and age of manufactured pop, it's always refreshing when someone like Vanessa Carlton, a singer-songwriter and pianist, comes along to remind us that it's not all about over-the-top sets and flashy back-up dancers. As down to earth as you’d expect, she is now hard at work promoting her upcoming album "Rabbits on the Run" and its lead single "Carousel" with a music video inspired by vintage fashion editorials (below). How did her new music video inspiration take shape? What red carpet moments does Carlton regret? What fashion item is the singer lusting for? Find out all this and more… The Fashion Spot: How does your day-to-day style differ from what you're wearing when you're performing? Vanessa Carlton: Mmmmmm.....depends on the show. Sometimes the shoes get higher and the silhouette gets streamlined so that there's a flattering line on the stage, but my aesthetic in the day into night is the same. tFS: How important is comfort when you're getting dressed? VC: Well, when I head to and from ballet class – hopping on subways and trudging up rind covered concrete stairs – I like to throw on an easy peasy flowy dress and roper boots. Depends on my destination. Sometimes the vibe you want to project or the joy you feel when you put a certain thing on overrides the PAIN. tFS: Do you follow trends? Any you particularly love or hate at the moment? VC: I've been wearing my mom's Coach bag from '79 over my shoulder for 3 years. The leather is literally turning into spaghetti threads. Beautiful hardware. Simple design. It cuts through all IT bag trends and now Coach is resurrecting all those pieces of timeless loveliness. tFS: You've traveled all over the world. What are some of your favorite shops and brands? VC: For backpack, it's Victorinox. Chocolate is Vosges. For chess boards, the bazaar in Cairo. For antiques, the Armory in Newport, RI. For sick treasures and Rodarte, Opening Ceremony. I also like really sharp Japanese knives and very old wooden boxes. KD Dids knits, Freed of London is the best pointe shoe, and Swanson wines. For a unique spectrum from '30s dresses to wolf rings to vintage Yves Saint Laurent, I turn to my friend/costume designer/stylist Tracey Moulton. She doesn't name her secret rabbit hole sources..."dealers"! Gah! tFS: The video for your new single "Carousel" is inspired by vintage fashion editorials. What decade? How did that inspiration take shape? VC: Part of the visual is an ode to Stevie Nicks. The mood board was a mix of images from the 70s. The photography that I cherish so much — grainy and saturated. Analogous to a vinyl record. Going back to the effortless nature-worshiping timelessness of singer-songwriters from that time is what my team and I gravitate towards. Also pictures in the vinyl artwork of the self titled Crosby, Stills and Nash album...that was a serious totem. tFS: Music videos seem to be a dying art. How important are they to you as an artist? VC: I don't think they hold the place in pop culture that they used to. My approach is this: try not to contribute to mediocrity. Videos are tough. Budgets are small. Which perhaps leads to extremes. Either very cool and creative or pure badness. tFS: Do you have any style icons? VC: Lily Bart from the House of Mirth and Stevie Nicks tFS: Have you had any red carpet moments you regret? VC: Essentially every moment on the red carpet I've ever had before 2007-ish is an embarrassment. I don't think I plugged in to who I am and really took the time to think through my choices until recently. That's a fantastic excuse for shitty decision making. tFS: What's your most treasured fashion piece or accessory? VC: A sequined lace, floor length black jacket that Ms. Nicks gave me from her Bella Donna days. tFS: Any fashion item you're lusting for? VC: A Missoni bikini Credit: TFS
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Post by Luckie Starchild on Jun 17, 2011 21:44:32 GMT -5
Shoot... her dates at Joe's Pub in New York are sold out. I hope she adds more.
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Post by Rural Juror on Jun 18, 2011 17:44:46 GMT -5
Shoot... her dates at Joe's Pub in New York are sold out. I hope she adds more. I hope so, too, and I hope it's in a different venue because I hate Joe's Pub.
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Post by themagic on Jul 14, 2011 1:38:01 GMT -5
Amazing performances from vanessa.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sROBarSanEg&feature=related [/youtube]
She is absolutely amazing.
I really love how her vocals has evolved so much.
Funny moments of vanessa.
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Post by myhouse911 on Jul 24, 2011 15:26:39 GMT -5
only 2 more days until Rabbits is released!
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Post by ListenToItTwice on Jul 25, 2011 11:13:46 GMT -5
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Post by Luckie Starchild on Jul 26, 2011 8:06:15 GMT -5
Bought it on itunes this morning!
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Post by themagic on Jul 26, 2011 13:25:39 GMT -5
Bought it on itunes this morning! Please write a review here when you listened to the entire thing . Would love to hear others opinions on the album.
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Post by Musiq on Aug 5, 2011 3:51:02 GMT -5
She's refreshing, i hope that her album does decently atleast. How many units did she sale?
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Post by themagic on Aug 19, 2011 7:22:43 GMT -5
Amazing! Her best performance yet.
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Post by Rural Juror on Aug 19, 2011 18:11:55 GMT -5
Fantastic. I hope she brings a drummer on tour because a little beat behind her songs is a definite plus in my book.
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Post by George on Sept 14, 2011 22:52:22 GMT -5
Upcoming Tour Dates:Sep 25 House Of Blues New Orleans, LA Sep 27 9:30 Club Washington, DC Sep 28 9:30 Club Washington, DC Sep 30 Terminal Five New York, NY Oct 01 Electric Factory Philadelphia, PA Oct 02 Diesel Pittsburgh, PA Oct 04 Town Ballroom Buffalo, NY Oct 06 The Opera House Toronto, Canada Oct 08 House of Blues Boston, MA Oct 11 Newport Music Hall Columbus, OH Oct 12 Clutch Cargo's Detroit, MI Oct 14 Capitol Theatre Madison, WI Oct 15 Riviera Theatre Chicago, IL
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Post by Luckie Starchild on Sept 15, 2011 8:31:20 GMT -5
^^ Thanks. It looks like Matt is headlining... I wonder if she'll only be doing a short set?
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Post by bat1990 on Sept 17, 2011 15:06:49 GMT -5
OMG She's coming to Pittsburgh!!!!
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Post by Luckie Starchild on Sept 17, 2011 16:01:14 GMT -5
I'm hoping she'll do some more NYC gigs... I'm seeing the Black Eyes Peas that night...
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Post by George on Oct 23, 2011 0:34:06 GMT -5
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Post by Musiq on Oct 23, 2011 5:43:29 GMT -5
Great song.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2011 0:59:14 GMT -5
The song In The End, is definitely way above her usual level of skill, perfection! I love this album, easily her best so far. Wish she was more successful :(
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Post by George on Dec 29, 2011 15:31:10 GMT -5
Vanessa released a holiday EP earlier this month! 1. Do You Hear What I Hear? 2. Hear The Bells 3. Happy X-Mas (War Is Over) 4. A Thousand Miles (Live Acoustic)Audio:
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Post by George on Aug 3, 2012 17:08:42 GMT -5
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Post by ListenToItTwice on Aug 3, 2012 20:43:09 GMT -5
The bump on this thread was a well-appreciated reminder of how good this album was..
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Post by bat1990 on Aug 6, 2012 14:15:01 GMT -5
I'm so happy Vanessa and Stevie Nicks are good friends, because Vanessa always reminded me of Stevie starting around the Harmonium era.
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Post by themagic on Aug 7, 2012 15:00:34 GMT -5
Who's To Say will forever remain her greatest song ever.
But yeah this album was amazing, I hope she continues to bring out music.
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Post by George on Aug 27, 2012 12:20:27 GMT -5
VANESSA CARLTON PREMIERES NEW VIDEO, "HEAR THE BELLS," FROM RABBITS ON THE RUN ON VEVO.COM Album Rabbits On The Run Out Now To Rave Reviews (New York, NY) - Vanessa Carlton's new video for the song "Hear The Bells" from her album Rabbits On The Run, premieres exclusively today on VEVO.com. The video was directed by Jake Davis (My Chemical Romance, Drake & Trey Songz) and features rare never seen before footage of Carlton's ballet history. "This visual clip for "Hear The Bells" is the most revealing video I've ever done. Re-teaming with Jake Davis and his team was fluid and an inspired experience. It was filmed in my house in New York City - the place where I wrote the song. Doing a video for this song was Jake's idea and I'm really happy he pushed me to do it. It is a reveal of my history woven in with the story of a reclusive woman based on Little Edie of Grey Gardens- an eccentric and wonderful lady who rarely left her house. I believe we are our own fortune tellers," explains Vanessa Carlton. She continues, "Hear the Bells" is about clarity, enlightenment. It is song map about the journey of someone who is seeking out a remedy. But remedies lie within us. That is powerful and true but not always obvious. I hope the song is a reminder. In society, the sound of bells marks an important moment in time, whether from a church tower or a wind chime in a garden, it is always a sort of mystical alarm." "Working with Vanessa is always a real pleasure," adds video director Jake Davis. "She gave me a lot of freedom with "Bells" to be creative and experimental. I wanted to make something special for her, as well as her friends, family, and fans. I hope they love it." Vanessa's critically acclaimed new album, Rabbits on the Run (Razor & Tie) was released in 2011 to rave reviews and Carlton appeared on host of television programs including The Tonight Show, The Today Show, Conan, Chelsea Lately and was featured on NPR's Weekend Edition. Rabbits on the Run is the most honest and uncompromising album of Vanessa Carlton's career, revealing a striking departure and an exciting snapshot into the evolution of this exquisite storyteller and inventive musician. The album was recorded in the UK at Peter Gabriel's world-renowned Real World Studios with producer Steve Osborne (U2, B-52's, KT Tunstall, Doves). The album finds Vanessa returning to music-making in its most organic form to create ten intimate, evocative songs, recorded directly to tape with her close-knit team of collaborators which also included Patrick Hallahan (My Morning Jacket), and Ari Ingber (The Upwelling) both playing on the album. Partly inspired by two books, Richard Adams' Watership Down and Stephen Hawking's A Brief History of Time, Rabbits on the Run is 10-song set of gorgeous, haunting melodies and finely-crafted stories.
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Post by Love Plastic Love on Aug 18, 2013 20:31:45 GMT -5
So apparently it has been a year since the last response whoa! Anyway, I am seeing her live soon and I am so excited. She doesn't have extensive tours and seems to stick to certain areas, but I got lucky with an Atlanta date. I have seen her live before and she was great. I am happy she is still making music!
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