The Tolucan Times Review 8/31/05
Here’s a re-typed copy of the review in The Tolucan Times, (Toluca Lake, CA's weekly pub). My computer wouldn’t transfer the jpeg file over to Word for me. The picture they used in the paper is the same one on the “Meet Laura” page on my website, http://www.lauracohnmusic.com/.
Laura Cohn’s Rich Songs Trace Life Influences
By Mary Mallory
Possessing a fine, clear voice, charming stage presence and smart way with words, singer/songwriter Laura Cohn and her band presented an entertaining show of heartfelt and fun songs at the intimate Complete Actors Place on Aug. 26. With a sardonic, witty take on life and its absurdities, Cohn, along with her band, passionately shared their love of music with the audience.
Cohn’s songs span the range from a sensual Caribbean beat to a bluesy feel to searching for faith. A folk singer whose songs elaborate on personal issues and journeys, Cohn’s lilting, sweet voice complemented the up tempo melodies of her songs along with the steady backbeat of her fine band.
“Don’t Ask Me Why”, her hot Latin number, contained fine percussion work by Voyce McGinley III and a throbbing electric violin solo by Paul Reese. Another up tempo number featuring fine violin hemiolas was “Bright Blue Skies.”
The song “I Am” seemed close to her heart as a songwriter and performer, with lines like “singing will heal your pain” and the “heart is destiny.” Other songs like “The Rain” and “Where Are You Going” also featured personal bents about finding your way and solving life’s questions in your own time.
“Wakantanka,” a song she wrote for a female minister in Telluride, Col., combined Oglala and Hebrew words and phrases to worship the same God through different cultural perspectives.
Also appearing on the program were African-American comedienne Gayla Johnson, who naughtily dissected romantic relationships and relations between whites and African-Americans, and sexy Zascant, an urban, R & B duo of smooth, rich singer Tony J. and pianist/backup vocalist Scooter P.
Other than a couple of sound issues with echo and feedback, the evening was a relaxing, entertaining way to start the weekend.
A confident, sexy singer/songwriter, Laura Cohn’s warm, relaxed personality charmingly brings her songs to life.
Complete Actors Place will have once a month showcases. They are located at 11316 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City. Call (818) 506-5111 for more information.
Blessings!
Laura
www.LauraCohnMusic.com
Where Music Meets Artistry
Laura Cohn’s Rich Songs Trace Life Influences
By Mary Mallory
Possessing a fine, clear voice, charming stage presence and smart way with words, singer/songwriter Laura Cohn and her band presented an entertaining show of heartfelt and fun songs at the intimate Complete Actors Place on Aug. 26. With a sardonic, witty take on life and its absurdities, Cohn, along with her band, passionately shared their love of music with the audience.
Cohn’s songs span the range from a sensual Caribbean beat to a bluesy feel to searching for faith. A folk singer whose songs elaborate on personal issues and journeys, Cohn’s lilting, sweet voice complemented the up tempo melodies of her songs along with the steady backbeat of her fine band.
“Don’t Ask Me Why”, her hot Latin number, contained fine percussion work by Voyce McGinley III and a throbbing electric violin solo by Paul Reese. Another up tempo number featuring fine violin hemiolas was “Bright Blue Skies.”
The song “I Am” seemed close to her heart as a songwriter and performer, with lines like “singing will heal your pain” and the “heart is destiny.” Other songs like “The Rain” and “Where Are You Going” also featured personal bents about finding your way and solving life’s questions in your own time.
“Wakantanka,” a song she wrote for a female minister in Telluride, Col., combined Oglala and Hebrew words and phrases to worship the same God through different cultural perspectives.
Also appearing on the program were African-American comedienne Gayla Johnson, who naughtily dissected romantic relationships and relations between whites and African-Americans, and sexy Zascant, an urban, R & B duo of smooth, rich singer Tony J. and pianist/backup vocalist Scooter P.
Other than a couple of sound issues with echo and feedback, the evening was a relaxing, entertaining way to start the weekend.
A confident, sexy singer/songwriter, Laura Cohn’s warm, relaxed personality charmingly brings her songs to life.
Complete Actors Place will have once a month showcases. They are located at 11316 Ventura Blvd. in Studio City. Call (818) 506-5111 for more information.
Blessings!
Laura
www.LauraCohnMusic.com
Where Music Meets Artistry
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