Eva Tree
Blue Skies
© 2004 Eva Blum (634479992926)
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"Eva Tree is Seattle's contribution to the new alt folk scene joining Devendra Banhart and Joanna Newsome in redefining the genre. Her serene presence and liquid vocals invest the songs she writes with an elemental connection. - Rod Gleystein, Magpie Prod
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- 1 Blue Skies
- 2 Special One
- 3 No More Fear
- 4 Truth and Bone
- 5 Hold My Eye
- 6 Time Flies By
- 7 The Fall
- 8 Body and Soul
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Eva Tree is a Canadian singer-songwriter who delivers soulful roots and Americana with a jazz and gospel flair. Listeners have compared her vocal style with Eva Cassidy, Shawn Colvin, and Natalie Merchant. Eva found her niche as a singer-songwriter, but also offers unique renditions and interpretations of jazz standards such as Autumn Leaves and My One and Only Love.
Her music is influenced by passionate inspiring women such as Nina Simone, Joan Armatrading, Annie Lennox, Rickie Lee Jones, and Susanne Vega; and by amazing poets such as Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, and Greg Brown.
Eva graduated from Selkirk College of Music as a performance major in 1994, and has studied voice with Patti Cathcart (Tuck and Patti), Leora Cashe, Pat Wright (Total Experience Gospel Choir), Dee Daniels, Laura Landsberg and Cheryl Hodge.
Eva has toured extensively throughout the USA and Canada since 1994. She has shared the stage with signed recording artist Brandi Carlile, L.A. transplant recording artist Joel Tepp (Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Brown, Chris Williamson), Jim Page, Kellee Bradley, Willow, Jonathan Kingham, Richard Middleton, Melissa Reaves, Frazey Ford (Be Good Tanyas), The No Shit Shirleys, Sheri Ulrich, Leora Cashe, Universal Gospel Choir, The Total Experience Gospel Choir, and many more… From 1994-7 she toured internationally with The Pink Flamingos, a 14-piece show band based in Albuquerque, NM.
She was chosen as a featured contender for the Maryhill Singer-Songwriter Competition 2003, and was a featured artist on a CD for World Harmony released 2003-2004. Embracing the local music community, Eva hosted a singer-songwriter showcase at the Hopvine Pub in 2004-2005, and has performed at numerous charity events around Seattle, establishing a strong presence on the Seattle scene.
Her debut CD, Blue Skies, received critical acclaim and has been featured on KBCS. Her second project, a collaborative effort with poet Blake Parker and producer Jude Davison, will be released in Summer 2006.
For the full story, see www.evatree.com
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Blue Skies Soothes On A Gray Day
author: Deb SeymourI'm listening to this CD on a rainy November Seattle Day, and Eva's smooth and soothing voice was a *perfect* antidote! This CD is a pot-pourri blend of new alt folk, rock and ideginous sound weavings that really hit the mark. Although Ms. Tree tends to favor modal and minor tunings, her songs ring positive throughout- even the sadder ones strike me as hopeful. Excellent production values- not too much reverb, good blend of the electric and acoustic instruments, In particular, the use of the piano mixed with electric guitar and native percussion instruments was enjoyable (I'm not a huge piano fan-very picky- but this album may change my mind about the instrument. Good job and thank you, Eva!
- author: Ian Lang
Fabulous debut from Eva........it has atmosphere in abundance !! An interesting album if you started with her new (more americana) album......this is really good stuff...kinda wish she'd explore this side of her writing more.........Big wow from the UK......Love it !
Blue Skies is a little piece of perfection
author: India Turner, MightyMusic.OrgDreams We’ve Dreamt is, what I would call, a gem. It’s uncomplicated, clear, dazzling, multifaceted, and true exactly like a diamond. Eva sings of brilliant butterflies hiding behind our eyes, which could be precious, except her voice embodies her words. That is what sets her above the crowded field of sincere singer/songwriters and makes you believe her. The lyrics of Dreams We’ve Dreamt embrace the totality of love, the sweet and the wrenching, and, due to her impeccable treatment of the subject matter, in that moment while you listen, you are able to do the same.
- author: Meara Schreiber
My favorite album for roadtrips...I can't keep from singing my heart out to your beautiful songs! What a gifted songstress you are lovely Eva...
Love the vocals and production. Can't wait for Sail Away!
author: Bill DickersonEva, your voice continues to inspire me, and the content of the songs goes deep and personal. You have a great cast of supporting musicians - very clean and inventive without getting in the way of the vocals. Love the Rumi-inspired eastern influences on "Hold My Eye". Bill
Blue Skies is great
author: Jonathan RandI really love hearing the blend of folk and jazz sounds on this album.
I love it!
author: MishiYou're a Goddess! This Cd is full of heart and soul.
Great sound!
author: Cindi CoteI like how sparse yet full your sound is. Really lovely and not over produced.
Smooth Blue
author: MJ BishopLook up "soothing" in the dictionary and you should find Eva Tree's name there. Whether she's performing folk, jazz or bluesy tunes, her singing makes you exhale long and loud, sink into your chair and forget all your worries. Blue Skies is a lovely disc - good music for decompressing after a day at the office. I can't wait for Eva's new CD to be released (Spring 2006!)
Great hooks
author: Brad HeathI keep playing it because I can sing along. Blue Skies is my fav.
Well done!
author: Donna SealesThese are beautiful songs! You have a voice like Eva Cassidy. Very moving. I want more!
Very original
author: Don MeyerI really like what you've done with your arrangements. I'd like to hear more harmonies next time. Love your voice!
I'm impressed!
author: Kelly GibbonsI've seen you perform live and am happy that your CD matchs your passion in performance. Salud!
Very Moving
author: Jonathan BauerThank you for these songs full of spirit. I have found your lyrics to be intelligent and moving. Special One gives me chills.
Beautful Voice!
author: Elsie BradshawI love your album Blue Skies and am awaiting your new Cd Sail Away. I play your song No More Fear whenever I need inspiration!
Beautifully produced
author: Bruce HuntBlue Skies is such a great song with it's Carribean feel and strong melody as is the rest of the album of the same name. Eva's voice is so smooth and clear and the arrangements and production are top-notch. Buy it ! You'll love this album!
Deliciously smooth, heart warming, and dreamy Eva. Love you!
author: Jodi ReinsonThe musicians really hear each other - it is a treat to hear such synchronicity. The lyrics are spellbinding and the music really gives power to the mood of the word.