MCB has a free copy of the latest release from Stephanie Schneiderman who is playing an upcoming show
at Pike Room Crofoot in Pontiac
on May 5th 2009
3rd emailer to ask - gets the goods
this CD has been won by the winner
"Dangerous Fruit retains the rootsy flair, distinctive vocals and intricate song writing that, along with her five previous solo albums and acclaimed work with popular regional act, Dirty Martini, have solidified Stephanie Schneiderman as a premier NW performing songwriter.
It also launches her sound in a completely new, uncharted direction.
The catalyst for this is her musical partnership with one of the most prolific electronic musicians/producers/DJ's in the NW—Keith Schreiner. Known regionally for his work with Dahlia, Auditory Sculpture andSuckapunch, his resume with Grammy-winning artists Jeff Trott, Sheryl Crow and Dr. Dre/Eminem'sproducer Mike Elizondoas well as Banco de Gaia, Corinna Rep andMinnie Driver speaks for itself.
The first thing that is evident on Dangerous Fruit is the balance that seems to naturally occur between the acoustic and electronic elements. Schneiderman's lead vocals, vivid lyrics, layered harmonies and subtle acoustic guitar riffs blend seamlessly with Schreiner's undulating looped beats, moody synth patches and unique production style. The traditional seems to amend and compliment the experimental—
an ongoing conversation that is continually refreshed on each advancing track.
Stephanie Schneiderman delivers a new gorgeous recording that transcends genre and defies convention. Dangerous Fruit reveals 11 songs that artfully combine pop, trip hop, soul, electronica and folk, as well as the talent and vision of two established, yet very different NW artists. The album will appeal to listeners of Goldfrapp, Feist, Suzanne Vega and Beth Orton and is a testament to the magic that can happen when an unexpected collaboration hits its stride.
The duo made fast friends in the studio, deconstructing nearly all of Schneiderman's tunes, only to mold, stretch and pull until the right home was found for each. The lead off track, “20 Slivers,” which began as a typical guitar-based folk song, became an Isaac Hayes-style, down tempo groove with Stephanie's vocals layered on top. “First Crack,” had 9 different versions until it settled into a striking atmospheric power ballad. And while many of the tracks evolved from songs that were already written, others like the Sade-inspired “The Dark is Easier,” were composed in the studio.
The partnership has also effectively sparked a powerful live trio project including James Beaton (Storm and the Balls, Everclear) that will be performing in support of the record throughout the NW and beyond."