LEA PARIS - Lead Vocals, Fender Rhodes Piano
NATHAN FARRELL - Bass Guitar/BV
DAMIAN MacLENNAN - Guitar
GRANT GERATHY - Drums/BV
MISS DONNE - Backing Vocals
CHARLOTTE CRAIB - Backing Vocals
JERRY CRAIB - Hammond/Clav/BV
LEE HARDISTY - Tenor Sax
DAVE WEIR - Tenor Sax
MATT HANDEL - Alto Sax
Leanne Paris Soul revue + special guest Robert Susz
RECORDED 26th July @ the MAC - SYDNEY "leanne Paris Soul Revue" +special Guests Robert SUsz
LEANNE PARIS BAND -
WORDS ARE FADING - LIVE AT THE BASEMENT
LEANNE PARIS BAND -
DREAM IT - LIVE AT THE BASEMENT
Influences
JILL SCOTT, JON CLEARY, RAY CHARLES, STEVIE WONDER, JAMIROQUAI, FINLEY QUAY, ELTON JOHN, DR. JOHN, DIRECTIONS IN GROOVE (D.I.G), NIKKA COSTA, ELLA FITZGERALD, BRAND NEW HEAVIES.......
Putting a respectful modern edge onto a classy and classic soul sound that soars between fresh, fun and funky, and passionately heart-melting, Sydney-based singer/songwriter Lea Paris is rapidly staking her claim as one of this country’s leading musical lights.
Sassy, sultry and smooth, with an unrivalled groove to everything she points her Fender Rhodes piano at, Lea’s self-titled debut EP refines her impeccable live reputation, but it’s only the tip of an impressive iceberg for what this genuine talent has to offer.
Backed by a tight nine-piece band, the in-demand performer can lead the charge through a thrilling range of styles – proving her undeniable chops on anything from smoky, emotional ballads and gritty blues to upbeat acid jazz and captivating funk workouts, all enhanced by an innate sense of melody and world-class delivery.
With a uniquely individual feel and a versatile voice that drifts and ducks like a summer cloud before backing up Leanne’s musical bark with a raspy bite, the soul queen recalls the true musical greats without ever falling into blind, Idol-esque imitation.
Her inspiration may lay with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Norah Jones, Jimmy Smith, Dr John and the Brand New Heavies, but Lea Paris is boldly forging her own musical path. And it’s a path that’s a joy to walk down.
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oh fuck! I forgot and was asleep on Andrea's sofa by 9:30pm! Yes will definitely be there next week! Lotsa loves and kisses and croddles and congrats' on your super fancy, multi-media email out!! (yes, VERY impressed and a bit in awe!) xxxx don
Accepted from Dan Johnson on Vimeo My friend Leanne, I hope all is well with you. I was just thinking about how much I appreciate your music. Your creativity and energy shine through. Thanks for sharing it with the world! Sincerely, Your friend dj .. <
Hey there stranger,thanks for adding me to you're friends list.Diggin' the sounds & lovin' the voice. I'll have to catch one of you're gigs soon so we can shoot the breeze,it's been too long. Take care. Jethro.
I LOVE your sound!! I hope there is a show I can see live when I am down there in February! My cousin lives there & can't wait to get back. I am a singer so appreciate what you do & especially when you do it so well. Keep on keepin' on.
Hello hello. This Thurs July 17th we're launching our new album 'The Bakery & The Beast' at The Basement with The Phonies and Brian Campeau. Twill be a fat night of madness, dancing and debauchery. Come along.
Hello!
Just letting you know I'll be taking over Sunday Soul sessions @ The Mac for the month. So wack on a great big coat and come down to a place that is sure to put the heat in your collar!
So:
EVERY SUNDAY IN JULY
5-8PM @ THE MAC
Cnr Wentworth & Golbourn St, Surry Hills.
