MARTHA BERNER: ...this side of yesterday

Martha Berner

...this side of yesterday

© 2005 Sumter Lounge Music (883137410122)

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Alternative contemporary acoustic folk rock combining honest, evocative lyrics, strong melodies, great vocals and well-written songs with a raw musical edge. Martha Berner's songs are often intensely personal, yet her heart-felt delivery gives them a uni

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"... a joyous marriage of American folk, alt-country and indie-rock that reaches far beyond just the sense of hearing. This is music with tasteful arrangements, lyrics that touch both heart and mind and hauntingly beautiful songs scented with the essence of femininity" - ConcertLivewire.com

With a wellspring of captivating songs that dig deep into the soul of American roots music, while also interjecting a distinct modern rock flavor, Chicago singer/songwriter Martha Berner has successfully melded old and new into a timeless collection of indie folk-rock on her full-length debut album entitled ...this side of yesterday.

...this side of yesterday was recorded in Lexington, KY, as well as Lake Geneva and Madison, WI and co-produced by Duane Lundy, Todd Bowie and Grammy nominated Jake Johnson. While Martha is showcased as an accomplished vocalist, her talents are also evident on acoustic guitar, cornet and harmonica - which, at times, lend comparisons to Bob Dylan, Natalie Merchant and John Lennon's post-Beatles material. Far from a solo project Martha has also incorporated a wealth of talented musicians who add vibrantly colored arrangements to songs that range from harrowing alt-country to upbeat folk-rock.

Maybe it's her nomadic way of life (calling destinations such as Chicago, San Francisco, Alaska, Israel, the Virgin Islands, Thailand and Williams Bay, WI all home at some point) that lends such a worldly knowledge to both her thought-provoking lyrics and touching music. Or maybe it's her lifelong passion for music (with influences as diverse as Led Zeppelin, Tori Amos and the Violent Femmes), but whatever the reason, the end result on ...this side of yesterday is a wonderfully mature and engaging collection of music that manages to affect all of the senses.

For more information, pictures and tour dates, please check out www.marthaberner.com, www.machinerecords.com and www.myspace.com/marthaberner

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  • This side of yesterday
    author: R Piercy

    Folk at its best

  • We love "...this side of yesterday"!
    author: cloud nine and cloud seven

    Internet Music Radio, "Gone Fishing for Blue Skies", loves the world of Martha Berner.

  • author: Sandor Weiner

    A lovely CD. I've been listening to it over and over again.

  • Lady of plenty indeed!
    author: clint

    Album has a variety of moods, from melencholy to upbeat, with no filler. I don't see this one ever leaving my playlist.

  • Americana Folk at it's Best
    author: Frank Gualtier

    Combining the basic ingredients of heartfelt driving folk with a lightly peppered contemporary edge Martha Berner has crafted a collection of Americana classics. She takes very simple piece parts and assembles them in ways that project powrful emotion into the listener. (I call it the 'Sheryl Crow Effect') Her rhythms impart a sense of motion that pull you along on journeys she sings about with poetically clever and charming lyric. Her harmonies are often beautifully simple such as the A, G, A, G alternating chords that pulse like the engines of a living train driving the mains of 'Lady of Plenty'. And like her melodies they are always catchy. You'll find yourself humming this music when shopping, out walking, and maybe even in your sleep. Her voice is wonderfully suited to her music and bleeds with confidence and comfort. This album, and Martha Berner, are Americana Folk at it's best.

  • Fantastic storytelling, happy and sad all rolled in to one !
    author: Tigger

    This CD is absolutely full of fantastic storytelling and happy and melancholy lyrics. I love it !! Her voice is amazing and i love ALL of the tracks - that doesn't happen very often! BUY IT NOW !!!

  • author: Mon

    this CD is unbelievable. who is this amazing woman?!? i will definitley keep tabs on this one...

  • ~nothing NOT to love about this~
    author: katie

    clearly she has what it takes - a distinct, incredible, and soothing sound. she makes you think, feel, relate, and want more. someone must be slacking because this is a performer who should already be well-known. until then this "best kept secret" will be in regular rotation in my CD player. keep on singing!!

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