KAREN MACK: Take That

Karen Mack

Take That

© 2002 Miss Prim Records (656613781623)

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Pop rock mix with an emphasis on smart lyrics and vocal harmony - think Shawn Colvin meets A Night At The Opera.

tracks

1 Intro
2 Different For Girls
3 I Remember You
4 It Gets in The Way
5 Astronaut
6 I Am Home
7 Take That
8 Another Life
9 Nobody Knows
10 Crush
11 She Gets A Little Crazy
12 Long Goodbyes

notes

Over the last ten years, Karen Mack has established herself as one of the most popular singer/songwriters in many of New York City's top clubs and performance spaces.

With her debut album, "Take That," Mack translates her onstage presence and theatricality into a diverse collection of pop/rock originals that highlight her vocal talents, songwriting skills and ability to connect with an audience. In 2001, she was recognized by the Manhattan Association of Clubs, a NYC based organization which represents over 50 clubs and hundreds of performances from music rooms across the country, as the year's Best Pop Vocalist and her original song "I Am Home" was honored as Outstanding Song of the Year by that group, in conjunction with ASCAP. Her varied musical influences are apparent in her style, which meshes a warm jazz/folk sensibility and affinity for richly textured vocal harmony with the intensity of a modern pop/rock sound, creating a truly unique listening experience, whether you're looking for moving ballads or fierce rockers. LGNY says "in addition to her sense of humor, she has the kind of voice one longs to hear... her flawless placement, appealing style and dead on performance are electrifying... she'll give you chills she's that good!" and The Village Voice echoes "Mack can sock anything with a rock beat out of the ballpark".

"Take That" was produced by award winning songwriter Michael Holland (see "Very Attractive Out Musical Genius"), with whom Mack has a long established working relationship (see "Happy Hour" and "Riding On Coattails"). As with all their collaborations, this album boasts smart arrangements, thoughtful lyrics, strong instrumentation and incredible vocals.

Karen wears a size 5 shoe and makes an excellent potato salad. Buy the record.

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  • Mack and Holland--Imaginative, intelligent, nuanced--in short, fabulous!
    author: Dolly Spalding

    I got my Karen Mack CD today from CD Baby, and I must say, I think that she probably can sing anything! The quality of her voice is bright but never shrill, well calibrated, full of nuance and emotion, nicely controlled. I particularly like her subtle turns of phrase, her articulation, her stunning musicality. And as far as Michael Holland's arrangements and playing are concerned, well, he's simply terrific! I really like what he did with the strings (real cello, violins, viola), and of course, his deft piano playing (not to mention inspired guitar). A careful listener (I am such) can find everything to admire in the imaginative and intelligent songwriting, the witty and/or moving lyrics and the accompaniment, which is equilibrated and perfectly realized, with melodious underscoring that never gets in the way, just enhances (and uses such innovative instrument combinations). Of special interest are such songs as "Different for Girls," "Astronaut," "I Remember You," "I Am Home," and especially (maybe my favorite) "Long Goodbyes" that just beg to become an integral part of the inner soundtrack of any discerning listener.

  • Is there anything this chick can sing badly?!
    author: Stephen B

    This is one GREAT CD from a fabulous singer. Karen Mack is like no one you have ever heard, yet exactly what you have been yearning for. She varies her vocal stylings with the mood of each beautifully produced song, carrying you right into the music with her. This is one of those disks that will always go with you – car, house, subway, plane, train, beach, etc. Not a single track disappoints.

  • Aussie's love Karen Mack
    author: Matt Young

    As a Sydney-based cabaret singer, I am always looking for fresh material that pushes the boundaries of cabaret writing. Karen does this beautifully with "Take That". The songs are inherently theatrical (especially with Karen's performance) yet make for a pop/rock delight. Loving the Olivia Newton John-like quality of "She Gets a Little Crazy".

  • Loved It!!!!!!!!!
    author: Mike Cannizaro

    I am so glad I bought this CD. Karen Mack has the voice of an angel.

  • author: Philip

    This was a great find. It's wonderfully sung. Exceptionally produced. Great mix of styles. Worth every penny. You won't regret having it in your music library.

  • This Is It
    author: Don

    Get this CD, and hear for yourself Karen Mack's love and devotion to real, quality music.

  • Look, this babe and this CD are just plain hot!
    author: Trevor Stohn

    ...so please, stop wasting your time over at Tower and Virgin combing the aisles for discs that just keep leaving you plain ole dissatisfied. Get yourself some TAKE THAT, rock out, maybe shed a tear or two, and just have yourself a slam dunk helluva good time with the MackMistress of pop, okay dudes?!

  • Wonderfully brazen offering of full range vocal performance!
    author: Paul

    Karen Mack's debut , "Take That" offers us a wonderfully brazen example of what one lady is capable of when they can serve up the full range of vocal performance. You'll be pleasantly surprised to find not only exceptional cabaret numbers, but thoughtful ballads and dare I say it , sexy, leave us wanting more, rockers. For anyone looking for a more vital, more honest, more adventurous vocalist for today Karen Mack is your lady, woman, gal, ............

  • Among the best new CD's
    author: Frank DeMayo

    Take That is a thoughtful item from a great singer/songwriter. Okay, so Karen is a friend of mine! Check out the tracks and you be the judge. Holland is a top notch producer, and Karen's take on his songs is delicious. Karen and Michael together again!

  • DELICIOUS!
    author: Ted

    It’s tough to know where to start praising this impressive debut album, a mix of smart, hooky pop songs that’s all over the map stylistically. Mack’s voice is strong and supple, yet aches with tenderness---whether conveying longing ("Astronaut") or vehemence ("Take That"), her emotional pitch is unerring. The tunes, most of which were written by Mack and collaborator/producer Michael Holland, combine insidiously catchy melodies with personal, yet accessible lyrics. (Listen to "Different for Girls" the next time you’re anxiety-ridden and you won’t feel quite so alone.) Mack’s inspiring talents are supported here by Holland’s lapidary production. The songs unfold in crisp, sensual rushes of sound: strings, beats, scratches, and big, crunchy guitars. (The harmonies on "I Remember You" actually made my heart race a little when I first heard them.) If your tastes run to intelligent, beautifully crafted, off-center pop---think The Beautiful South , XTC, or Saint Etienne---you’ll devour this CD.

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