What people are saying about Concrete: 'Worth the wait.' 'Five out of five stars.' 'File this album under: Must-listen music.' 'Elisa's voice is captivating; it pulls you in and speaks to your soul.' 'Great musical compositions together with lyrical prowess that shines.' 'Music provides the landscape; setting the mood for the explorations and discoveries that are about to come.' 'Elisa weaves in and out of genres like knitting the most comforting of musical blankets.' 'Stirring album filled with solid musicianship, soulful vocals, and well-crafted lyrics. If you like strong, thoughtful music, this one's for you.' 'Elisa is opening minds and hearts through music. Let her open yours.' Concrete is my first full-production AAA release since Favorite--which CD Baby called 'one of the best albums we've ever heard'--and incorporates five years of my best songwriting. It includes a mix of genres that should have something for everyone. I call my music EDGY AND ELEGANT ACOUSTIC AND ROCK, but you'll have to decide where it falls in the intersection between rock, blues, and contemporary folk. Concrete was produced by the grammy-award winning producer, Kevin Bowe, and features performances by Kevin, Alison Scott, Peter Anderson of the Honeydogs, and Steve Price. I include press below, and lyrics after that. Thanks for taking a listen. Cheers, Elisa PRESS REVIEWS OF ELISA'S MUSIC TOP 50 NEW INDIE ARTIST RELEASE PICK: 'Elisa Korenne's newest CD, Favorite, couldn't be released on a better-named label. Edgy and Elegant truly describes Favorite, and it's sure to be just that as soon as youlisten. When the opening track crackled with radio static and a hollow sound, I really wondered what I was in for. Then there were layers of drums, guitars, and bass that only accentuated Elisa Korenne's beautiful, mellow vocals. With unique lyrics like 'Twist-tie mouth wrapping up a puckered pout' and a gorgeous a cappella harmony on my person favorite track, 'Instead,' Elisa Korenne's new CD belongs on anyone's must play list.' -Singer & Musician Magazine 'One of the best albums we've ever heard....
With the attitude of female country, the grounded rootsy sound of Americana and the accessibility of folk rock, Elisa Korenne serves up a convincing, professional album that straddles itself between Melissa Etheridge, Aimee Mann, Veruca Salt and Jann Arden. Even while she draws from various genres as different as adult contemporary and Americana country, her sound is cohesive, well-blended and really damn catchy. For those who lean towards adult female rock, this lady has guts, substance and yet, she never loses her elegant touch.' -CD Baby 'Korenne is like a great trapeze artist, floating effortlessly through a multitude of genres, her superb voice catching her each time with equal ease.'[read more] -Indie-music.com '...captivates your eyes and ears...'[read more] -The Aquarian 'Elisa's silky voice wraps around driving guitars and soft percussion with equal ease.' -The New York Sun, June 24, 2005 ' combining the soulfulness of Tori Amos, the gritty pop sensibility of Sheryl Crow and her own distinct personality... Wonderfully emotive vocals and stunning songcrafting both lyrically and musically.' -Music Morsels '...stands out [with] husky vocals, engaging lyrics, and catchy melodies...' -Womenfolk.net 'Superb, sexy, sultry, and soulful is Elisa Korenne's Favorite. Her vocal strength is outstanding and I would compare it to any female singer-songwriter in existence today. ' -Craig Hyman, Independent A&R/Consultant, Numinous Music '...la douce et belle Elisa Korenne. Issue de la scne folk-rock-indie new-yorkaise, elle affiche un style personnel, teint de blues et de funk roots. A dcouvrir!'-Nevers-a-Vif Festival 'En tout cas l'coute de son premier album Edgy & Elegant music m'a rendu heureux... Vraiment heureux! Je suis fier de cette dcouverte mme si je reconnais qu'il faut un peu de temps pour rentrer dans son univers qui se situe mi chemin entre l'americana le plus traditionnel et un funk roots classieux. Pour le dcrire, imaginez une voix mlo
