TRACI ROOT: Greener On This Side

Traci Root

Greener On This Side

© 2006 Traci Root (837101198394)

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Classic R&B with contemporary jazz, soul, hip hop and folk rock overtones. Powerful vocals, driving piano solos, and fresh, thought-provoking messages...make it greener on this side.

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Passionate and powerful are two words listeners often use to describe the vocal elements of Traci Root. Traci brings a classic R&B sound, infused with modern soul, jazz & hip hop flavors – even overtones of folk rock. With old school influences such as Stevie Wonder, Al Green and Gladys Knight, as well as the newer stylings of Alicia Keys, Joss Stone and Lauryn Hill she has a deep respect for raw talent and soul and it shows rather covering such classics or performing original music that has a sound and style all her own. First time listeners are often amazed at the soulful song that comes from deep within.

“I Wanna Go To Heaven is FABULOUS!! Traci’s voice is awesome… (Greener On This Side) is a wonderful project. She should go far with her talent...”
--Sherry Winston Jazz Flutist and International Recording Artist

Born in Indiana, Traci spent much of her childhood on the road and has been exposed to many different cultures and influences and has a great appreciation for diversity. She landed in Cincinnati, OH in 1995 and began actively pursuing her passion as a singer/songwriter in 1999, at which point she began playing out at local venues. In 2003, she and her husband Richie began traveling internationally, which expanded her network and provided opportunities to travel and sing with organizations in Southeast Asia for crowds of up to 40,000. She even wrote and recorded a song, “I Will Carry You,” for Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, which was also used by Foundation Life, a social welfare organization, providing assistance to underprivileged women and children in Thailand. She currently resides in CT.

Traci Root will “sing your face off.” – Mike Smith of Mike Smith Band
Don’t worry…it’s a good thing. A very good thing.

Traci’s debut album Greener on This Side, containing twelve original tracks, features seasoned musicians and local talent alongside her driving vocals.

Songs such as “Please Believe Me”, “Down and Out” and “I Wanna Go To Heaven” are easy crowd-pleasers and in the words of bass guitarist, Scott Spray, premier bass player for Johnny Winters, “make you wanna dance.” R&B guitarist, Phil Hamilton, who toured with such legends as Luther Vandross and Roberta Flack, nails guitar solos on “Any Longer” and “Beauty for Ashes.” The album also features, local talent and edge from lead guitarist, Jean Sandoval. Pocket grooves by Sean Moffitt and amazing jazz infused piano solos by Nick Bariluk, that often serve as a second voice, musically drive this debut. The final track, “Star,” is a piano/vocal solo that comes straight from the heart.

“The album contains a lot of personal experience and growth. Its’ who I am, who I’m created to be, but it is so accessible to all of us. The overall feel is very upbeat, but there’s a lot of hard lessons in there. The grass isn’t greener on the other side. It’s greener on this side, but it’s a lot about perspective and knowing the truth, because the truth will set you free. I think this album will bring a lot of joy and freedom to it’s listeners.”

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  • Soulful with a jazz flair. I love her style.
    author: Nick Gugliotti

    The lyrics are meaningful and the variety is great. There is an energy in the music that I'm sure eminates from Traci's heart and passion for both music and the Lord who gave her the gifts. Absolutely excellent.

  • This young New England singer/songwriter’s deft touch lightly mixes R&B and jazz
    author: Kevan Breitinger

    “Greener On This Side” opens with several bouncy R&B tracks, including some sweet funk nuances and jazz moments, her vocals rich and earthy as your morning coffee. “Dedicate” stands out for its hip-hop chorus and its call for racial unity. But things really heat up when the exuberant and emotive “Beautiful Ride” hits. Root’s soaring vocals are matched perfectly by shimmering keys and a quiet funk guitar. Another joyous track follows, as “Greener” celebrates our freedom in Christ. She has you in the palm of her hand when the rich R&B groove of “Beauty For Ashes” begins, with its free-flowing worship. When Traci Root finds her soulful groove, she holds on like a tiger; you can’t NOT listen. The album’s longest track, at 5:40, is the passionate “Any Longer.” Undulating and nuanced with a slight Spanish flair, the vocals soar powerfully over a thick bass line up to the song’s halfway mark, at which point Root moves into a spoken challenge that feels more prophetic than prepared. She was wise to position the gorgeous instrumental track, “Snow in Japan,” after this message. Its expressive keys, masterfully handled by Root, give you opportunity to absorb all of the sonic and spiritual activity. I enjoyed the smooth, vibey “Man With Dusty Pockets,” and “Source of Life” came across to me as very personal worship. Especially loved its refrain: “You are all my fountains, Lord.” The project closes with the bluesy “Star,” showcasing Root’s considerable vocal strengths, that rich earthy tone of hers, as well as her keyboard skills. Pick up “Greener On This Side” for Traci Root’s own rich-brewed fusion.

  • In the vein
    author: Lisa Marling

    An eclectic selection of music, this CD finds its stride in the underlying theme of passion and longing for a closer and deeper walk with God. Somewhere between R&B and the "torch songs" of the forties, Traci Root has combined the music of her childhood with the music of her time. Hopefully, this CD is a taste of talent to come.

  • "Well done! Polished and professional. (Traci is) a talented artist!"
    author: TAXI A&R

    The CD covers some range, working in a number of genres and influences. It's well done. Polished and professional. Good arrangement. Great job on the guitar and piano solos. Lyrically, it's honest. Good tempo and groove. Solid melodies. Genuine and heartfelt expression. Traci has a wonderful voice with a rich tone.

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