The Railway Club
579 Dunsmuir Street
Vancouver.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Time: 11.00 pm

New Music West Festival 2008 is proud to present Adaline and Jess Hill  at The Railway Club

Adaline

With a voice that captures both intimacy and intensity, ADALINE'S compelling piano compositions, revealing lyrics, and haunting melodies have been seducing audiences since 2005. From pulsing rock, to cabaret, to orchestral ballads, ADALINE creates meticulously crafted soundscapes where brass, strings, and vibraphone meet electric guitars and programmed percussion. Classical and pop sensibilities meet; soundtracks are both artistic and accessible. Often compared to the likes of Fiona Apple, Cat Power, and Tori Amos, ADALINE too is inspired by the craft of songwriting. A classically trained pianist, ADALINE studied music during her school years and into her post-secondary studies. Maturing in a musically saturated environment, both at home and in her studies, developed her voice at an early age. "I have always known that music is life. As I grow older, I see more of what that means. I know that when writing a piece of music I am creating something that is both intimately mine and yet overwhelmingly yours. This sharing process, the way we reveal the intricacies of who we are, both lyrically and musically, is powerful beyond comprehension. This vulnerability is both terrifying and beautiful: therein lies the power." ADALINE'S anticipated full length album, Famous For Fire, recorded at the prestigious Factory Studios and at Demitone Productions, was released nationally on April 22nd, 2008. Showcasing the talents of over 20 Canadian musicians and produced by Scott Sanft, the album is a stunning symphonic tapestry with electronic, folk, and rock persuasions. ADALINE'S played her CD release show to a sold out crowd at The Biltmore Cabaret on Friday April 25th, 2008. She is embarking on her first tour in June. With a promising career and the passion to sustain it, ADALINE is sure to grace your music collection soon. ADALINE - where sound and soul meet. 

More info: www.myspace.com/adalinesmusic

Jess Hill 

Like the intuition implied by synchronized movement, Jess Hill's music reminds you of something you thought you'd forgotten. Anchored in the tendencies of folk, blues and jazz, Jess tells stories: cyclones and downpours, hovering birds, white skies. Seven years ago, she picked up a careworn guitar. A little while later she grabbed hold of a banjo. Since then, she has collaborated with acclaimed spoken word trio Tons of Fun University at the Vancouver Folk Music Festival and played to spellbound audiences in cafes, bars and living rooms from Vancouver to Cape Town. 2006 marked the release of her first full length album Road. In the dim light of midnight living rooms and in the hearts of singing shadows, Jess Hill is building something beautiful.

More Info: www.myspace.com/jesshill 

ABOUT NEW MUSIC WEST

New Music West 2008 Music Festival & Conference
May 14 - 18

Largest new music event in Western North America. The largest and most influential new music event in Western North America.

.The only annual public new music showcase in Western Canada. .Operating since 1990. Takes place in 30 venues across Vancouver.$30 “All You Can Hear” wristbands.Conference, networking events and educational workshops. Currently owned & operated by 29

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