Shannon Corey: Press/Reviews

KEYBOARD MAGAZINE UNSIGNED ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Part Ben Folds, Sara Bareilles, and Fiona Apple, New York piano-woman Shannon Corey brings smoky vocals and strong piano chops to 'unsaid'. "I Miss Home" is warmly nostalgic, while "Fate" rides on an energetic arrangement of piano and strings. Assured and nuanced, Shannon's keyboard work speaks of both classical study and a great sensitivity to what any given songs needs rather than how many notes it can hold before exploding. And though the song isn't featured on 'unsaid', you must visit Shannon's webpage to listen to her cover of the Police's "Message in a Bottle." A deft and thoughtful reworking, Shannon makes the classic her own with nothing but elegant vocals and piano, a storm cloud atmosphere, and a subtle, wistful sexiness.

LITTLER EARTHQUAKES

While a few touring musicians swing by both Stamford and Danbury or Danbury and Bridgeport, three Fairfield County events in two days seems a bit much to ask of even congressional contenders Chris Shays and Jim Himes. One singer/songwriter dares to do it: the very talented (and very cute) Shannon Corey. Born in Providence and schooled in New York City, the starry-eyed and apple-faced Corey packs a wallop on the piano. Her classical training, rich sound and proclivity for random cover songs (she wraps Message in a Bottle around her finger) makes for easy comparisons to Tori Amos, although her subdued feistiness is more in line with Fiona Apple. The Yahama-endorsed pianist will play songs from her debut Unsaid tonight in Danbury and twice tomorrow in Fairfield. Billy Baloneys, 6 Ives St, Danbury. 8 p.m. $10. www.myspace.com/billybaloneys. Chef's Table, 1561 Post Road, Fairfield. 1:30 p.m. Free. (203) 255-1779. Las Vetas Lounge, 1462 Post Road, Fairfield. 8 p.m. Free. (203) 255-1958.

THE CHICKEN FISH SPEAKS REVIEW

Shannon Corey - Unsaid - This sounds a bit like a blend of Fiona Apple and Sarah McLachlan on vocals. Cindy, my wife, said that Shannon sounds so much like one of her favorite bands, Fairground Attraction, that it's scary. Regardless it's very well played female singer songwriter indie folk rock with catchy melodies and excellent execution. Shannon Corey is an amazing vocalist and her voice blends so well with the instrumentation that every song just glides. The piano playing is along the lines of Tori Amos, but a bit more subdued and the addition of strings on many tracks brings out the full emotion in each creation.

LAKELAND RECORDS' UPCOMING "SUNDAY MORNING" RELEASE

Lakeland Records, Ltd. has released SUNDAY MORNING on their promo compilation CD this past Nov.

I have also been chosed to be a featured artist on the Lakeland Records Ltd website! You can find the feature under ARTISTS 01 at www.lakelandrecords.com

HEAR/SAY Magazine Review


Who: Shannon Corey

What: Really good café music that Starbucks would sell. She’s a very talented pianist and lyricist.

On the Web: shannoncorey.com

Sounds Like: Regina Spektor and Tori Amos

Stand Out Single: “Sunday Morning”

Grade: A-

Providence Journal online listing and Promo Page

HIGH TIMES' UNSIGNED BAND OF THE WEEK

SHANNON COREY

If you took a chick Ben Folds and added in a bit of Fiona Apple and Tori Amos, you'd get Shannon Corey. Originally from Rhode Island, Shannon moved to NYC in hopes of pursuing a career in music. For the past two years, this classically trained pianist turned contemporary singer/songwriter has been plugging away at the New York City music scene, playing various venues including The Knitting Factory and late great, CBGB's.

The band consists of piano, bass, drums, electric guitar, cello, viola and violin; all contributing to a pop-rock-classical sound.

Shannon's debut album unsaid, produced by Charles Newman of Mother West Records, is due out at the end of January. The CD release party will be held at the Canal Room on January 31st. For more info, visit www.canalroomlive.com.

unsaid can be found at CD Baby and on iTunes by Feb 1st.

CD REVIEWS BY YOU POP FEATURED ARTIST

CLASSICAL INSPIRED POP-ROCK SOUND

...Unsaid, her debut album is a collection of ten original, heartfelt songs that showcase her instrumental skills as well as her enchanting and seductive voice. The band consists of piano, bass, drums, electric guitar, cello, viola and violin which help to create a unique, classical inspired pop-rock sound that is very warm and welcoming...

...Shannon Corey is a genuine artist with a sound that is contemporary yet familiar and will appeal to a wide range of music fans.
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Moving...touching lyrics

Simply put: this CD is amazing! The lyrics are so beautiful and moving. Shannon Corey's voice is gorgeous! I love this CD and I can't stop listening to it! Great job! Keep up the great work! Thank you for sharing such beautiful work with the world. =)

FEMALE BILLY JOEL with musical arrangement talent


Voice of an angel, uncorrupt in it's delivery. Musical resonence pleasant and easy on the ears. A touch of rock; a touch of jazz; more than just pop. Vocal Tones are obviously trained and not obnoxiously fancy or repetative. Lyrics can be understood without over-concentration and have a logical story progression. This is true talent and not a fad as many of the "stars" appear to be.