NAKED BLUE: Five By Five

Naked Blue

Five By Five

© 2003 Naked Blue Music (ascap) Naked Blue More Songs (bmi) (800212998825)

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Pop folk rock with heavenly vocals and passionate guitars

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Borrowing from the Americana/Roots tradition but firmly grounded with a pleasing pop sensibility, Jen & Scott Smith's intimate and concise songwriting style, honey-smoked vocals, signature guitar hooks and passionate performances have won them a career supporting base of loyal fans among listeners and the music and film
industry alike. They are spending 2003 touring as a duo and with their 6 piece band, incorporating guitars, dobro, Irish bouzouki, drums, percussion B3 organ, piano, and bass guitar in support of their 5th cd release, "Five by Five".

Jen & Scott's songwriting credits include cuts on Evangeline's 'French Quarter Moon' (MCA), Troy Turners 'Blues on My Back' (Telarc) and film and tv spots on Brooklyn South, Jack & Jill, The Young & The Restless, That's Life, Second to Die, The Girl Next Door, About Sarah and The Smokers. Awards include the Washington Area Musicians Association Best Female Vocalist in the Rock/Pop, Roots Rock and Contemporary Folk categories.

In their own words, "Touching the hearts of an audience is a priceless experience for us. We feel incredibly lucky to have a chance to spend our lives doing what we can to make that happen on each record and at every show."

REVIEWS:
"Five by Five is a mature, well crafted album that demonstrates an impressive range of voices. Will make you want to dance and cry..." Paste Magazine 2003

"With the release of their new cd, Five by Five, Naked Blue has established itself as a vital player on the folk-pop scene.". MetroBeat 2003

"From the heartfelt and intelligent songwriting,to Scott Smith's stellar production and guitar picking, to Jen Smith's stunning vocal performance, this record sparkles. 5 by 5, simply put, is as good as it gets.!!!" TOny Denikos

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  • I can't believe they are not filling the airwaves with these songs.
    author: Mike O

    Heard Naked Blue (just Jen and Scott) for the first time at a free lunch time concert in Columbia last Friday. Thank you, Columbia! I bought Five by Five and have been playing it ever since. Every one of the 11 songs is a winner. Great lyrics, wonderful delivery and catchy guitar. When do you find that with top selling groups. They are so much better than most of the stuff played on the radio. They deserve the big time.

  • Everyone should get to hear these artists! This IS the TRUE MUSIC!
    author: Rich Stebor

    When you're looking for the genuine diamonds among all the broken glass, the real, close to the earth sound will sparkle. This is the kind of album we used to call perfect in the days of late'60's FM

  • We need more music like this!
    author: Jason

    This record is as genuine as the people who made it. Scott and Jen Smith are as classy as they come, and their pure talent is off the charts. Without a doubt this band is one of the best kept secrets in music today. And I was lucky enough to find such a treasure!

  • AS GOOD AS ANYTHING RELEASED THIS YEAR
    author: M. J.

    FIVE BY FIVE IS AS GOOD AS ANY ALBUM RELEASED THIS YEAR & BETTER THAN 99% OF THEM.SONGS LIKE MIAMI & PINK HAT ARE SO INFECTIOUS THAT YOU'LL WANT TO HIT REPEAT WHILE CHRISTMAS BRINGS WATER TO MY EYES EVERY TIME!I WOULD WANT THIS ALBUM WITH ME IF I WERE STRANDED ON A DESERT ISLAND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • amazing, soulful, touching, wonderful music
    author: Kirstin

    Five By Five is an amazingly soulful cd. Vocals are filled with passion. The music is filled with heart. Wonderful.

  • "Inspiring!"
    author: Jay Graboski

    Jen and Scott are an inspiring team who are demonstrating to other independents that it is possible to make a living playing original music. Nothwithstanding their significant success as spokespersons for TAXI, they are actively creating a new paradigm, one that I might add, is sorely needed. Keep one eye on them.

  • Another 5 Stars For Naked Blue!
    author: Amy Nickol

    Another amazing album! I originally bought it for Fear Of Flight, but have fallen in love with Welcome Home, Pride, and Christmas. Welcome Home and Pride really remind me of myself and the battle I have fought in the last few years to find myself. I especially like the instrumental work in Pride.

  • Excellent CD; Jen's voice is captivating; catchy melodies
    author: Jeff

    This is an excellnt CD. The songs have catchy melodies and the lyrics are insightful. Jen's voice is captivating. A wonderful listening experience.

  • Their CD does them no justice compared to a live performance.
    author: A new fan

    These guys are phenomenal live, but their recording seems to detract from their natural talents, rather than emphasize them. Jen's voice is incredible in itself, but it seems that the bands' musical abilities get forgotten on the recording. Scott lends so much to the band guitarwise, and you can barely hear him on the tracks. If you get a chance to see this group perform, and you are a fan of natural ability as opposed to technological, computerized studio music, make the effort to see them, it is well worth it.

  • Polished, tight, sound.........insightful lyrics. It stays in my CD changer all
    author: Steve H.

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