RL Productions and LML Music celebrate the release of Russ Lorenson's debut CD, A Little Travelin' Music, with a CD Release Party and Show at The Empire Plush Room, 940 Sutter Street in San Francisco, May 1, 2006 at 7:30PM.
Tickets for the show are $25 per person, and include a post-show champagne reception. Tickets may be purchased online at www.russlorenson.com.
Backed by the Kelly Park Jazz Quartet, Russ will perform selections from the CD, as well as give a preview of his new cabaret show, Benedetto/Blessed, a salute to the life and music of Tony Bennett, set to premiere this summer. Also appearing with Russ will be special guests Klea Blackhurst and Shawn Ryan, both of whom will perform the duets they recorded with Russ on the new CD.
Debut CD to be released in May 2006
Russ Lorenson's debut CD, to be publicly released on May 9, 2006 on the LML Music label, features songs from his acclaimed jazz/cabaret show of the same name, and includes duets with special guests Shawn Ryan and Klea Blackhurst. The cabaret show was also taped for public television and will be broadcast to coincide with the launch of the CD. Lorenson will embark on a 15-city tour beginning in September 2006, promoting the CD and bringing his shows to audiences throughout the US and the United Kingdom.
About Russ Lorenson
Since his breakout club debut in 2005, Lorenson has quickly established a reputation as one of the San Francisco Bay Area's leading interpreters of jazz standards. As a singer, he is equally at home whether entertaining a concert hall audience or performing in the more intimate cabaret setting. With comparisons to Tony Bennett, Mel Torm, and Chet Baker, Lorenson has a voice one savors and remembers.
In recognition of his solid and sophisticated musical vocabulary, Talkin'Broadway.com called Russ “an elegant performer who has faultless musical taste and vocal phrasing." The Los Angeles Times said that he brings “a supple voice and strong sense of characterization to all his songs." The San Diego Union-Tribune said that his “relaxed, easy deliveries...seem natural and heartfelt..." The Coronado Journal simply called him “...irresistible..."
A more theatrical singer than most of his peers on the cabaret circuit, Lorenson's polished pipes move effortlessly through various musical styles. He does not shy away from theatricality but always knows when to infuse jazz sensibilities into an old Broadway chestnut, bringing new life to a song audiences think they know so well. Lorenson's sound and approach place him at the intersection of Broadway, jazz, and pop--the very essence of the Great American Songbook.
Lorenson began his professional career in San Diego, where he appeared with Starlight Musical Theatre, Lyric Opera San Diego, Diversionary Theatre, and toured with the National Theatre for Children. For five years, he was Associate Conductor of the award-winning California Youth Chorale. Since moving to San Francisco in 1997, Lorenson has appeared in several productions at 42nd Street Moon, most recently in their hit production of Cole Porter's Red Hot & Blue! starring Klea Blackhurst. Of his performance, Talkin'Broadway.com's Richard Connema said, “Outstanding...I think he could almost fly off the stage!" Lorenson will return to the 42nd Street Moon stage later this month in the company's first foray into light opera, with their production of The Golden Apple. This summer, he will also make his debut with The Willows Theatre Company, appearing in their production of 1776.
As a nightclub and cabaret artist, Lorenson has performed in San Diego at Bourbon Street, The Escape, WD's, and The Caliph. In the San Francisco Bay Area, he has appeared at Martuni's, the Caf Majestic, Kelly's of Alameda and The Empire Plush Room. Lorenson made his New York debut this month, at The Hideaway Room @ Helen's.
A singer and actor since childhood, Lorenson has also donated his time as a performer at benefit performances for various San Francisco Bay Area youth organizations including the Young Actor's Theatre Camp (La Honda, CA), Adolescent Counseling Services (Palo Alto, CA), Project Outlet (Mountain View, CA) and San Francisco's School of the Arts.
About LML Music
LML Music is an independent label dedicated to distributing the finest in Cabaret, Jazz and Broadway vocals. All of the artists on LML have produced their own recordings; some independently and others with the incredible support of their friends and fans. At LML, you will discover some of the most incredible and heartfelt voices you shall ever experience.
Founded in 1995 by award-winning recording artist Lee Lessack, LML now distributes for over 65 vocalists in the US & Canada. They have also recently signed distribution deals in Australia, Ireland and the United Kingdom. In addition they have expanded their catalogue to include some of the finest LIVE concert recordings produced by the Actors' Fund of America and the S.T.A.G.E. organization. In 2004 LML also signed distribution deals with two other boutique labels, Midder Music and Ducy Lee.
Contact for RL Productions:
George Russell
+1 (415) 674-3863
[email protected]
Tickets for the show are $25 per person, and include a post-show champagne reception. Tickets may be purchased online at www.russlorenson.com.
Backed by the Kelly Park Jazz Quartet, Russ will perform selections from the CD, as well as give a preview of his new cabaret show, Benedetto/Blessed, a salute to the life and music of Tony Bennett, set to premiere this summer. Also appearing with Russ will be special guests Klea Blackhurst and Shawn Ryan, both of whom will perform the duets they recorded with Russ on the new CD.
Debut CD to be released in May 2006
Russ Lorenson's debut CD, to be publicly released on May 9, 2006 on the LML Music label, features songs from his acclaimed jazz/cabaret show of the same name, and includes duets with special guests Shawn Ryan and Klea Blackhurst. The cabaret show was also taped for public television and will be broadcast to coincide with the launch of the CD. Lorenson will embark on a 15-city tour beginning in September 2006, promoting the CD and bringing his shows to audiences throughout the US and the United Kingdom.
About Russ Lorenson
Since his breakout club debut in 2005, Lorenson has quickly established a reputation as one of the San Francisco Bay Area's leading interpreters of jazz standards. As a singer, he is equally at home whether entertaining a concert hall audience or performing in the more intimate cabaret setting. With comparisons to Tony Bennett, Mel Torm, and Chet Baker, Lorenson has a voice one savors and remembers.
In recognition of his solid and sophisticated musical vocabulary, Talkin'Broadway.com called Russ “an elegant performer who has faultless musical taste and vocal phrasing." The Los Angeles Times said that he brings “a supple voice and strong sense of characterization to all his songs." The San Diego Union-Tribune said that his “relaxed, easy deliveries...seem natural and heartfelt..." The Coronado Journal simply called him “...irresistible..."
A more theatrical singer than most of his peers on the cabaret circuit, Lorenson's polished pipes move effortlessly through various musical styles. He does not shy away from theatricality but always knows when to infuse jazz sensibilities into an old Broadway chestnut, bringing new life to a song audiences think they know so well. Lorenson's sound and approach place him at the intersection of Broadway, jazz, and pop--the very essence of the Great American Songbook.
Lorenson began his professional career in San Diego, where he appeared with Starlight Musical Theatre, Lyric Opera San Diego, Diversionary Theatre, and toured with the National Theatre for Children. For five years, he was Associate Conductor of the award-winning California Youth Chorale. Since moving to San Francisco in 1997, Lorenson has appeared in several productions at 42nd Street Moon, most recently in their hit production of Cole Porter's Red Hot & Blue! starring Klea Blackhurst. Of his performance, Talkin'Broadway.com's Richard Connema said, “Outstanding...I think he could almost fly off the stage!" Lorenson will return to the 42nd Street Moon stage later this month in the company's first foray into light opera, with their production of The Golden Apple. This summer, he will also make his debut with The Willows Theatre Company, appearing in their production of 1776.
As a nightclub and cabaret artist, Lorenson has performed in San Diego at Bourbon Street, The Escape, WD's, and The Caliph. In the San Francisco Bay Area, he has appeared at Martuni's, the Caf Majestic, Kelly's of Alameda and The Empire Plush Room. Lorenson made his New York debut this month, at The Hideaway Room @ Helen's.
A singer and actor since childhood, Lorenson has also donated his time as a performer at benefit performances for various San Francisco Bay Area youth organizations including the Young Actor's Theatre Camp (La Honda, CA), Adolescent Counseling Services (Palo Alto, CA), Project Outlet (Mountain View, CA) and San Francisco's School of the Arts.
About LML Music
LML Music is an independent label dedicated to distributing the finest in Cabaret, Jazz and Broadway vocals. All of the artists on LML have produced their own recordings; some independently and others with the incredible support of their friends and fans. At LML, you will discover some of the most incredible and heartfelt voices you shall ever experience.
Founded in 1995 by award-winning recording artist Lee Lessack, LML now distributes for over 65 vocalists in the US & Canada. They have also recently signed distribution deals in Australia, Ireland and the United Kingdom. In addition they have expanded their catalogue to include some of the finest LIVE concert recordings produced by the Actors' Fund of America and the S.T.A.G.E. organization. In 2004 LML also signed distribution deals with two other boutique labels, Midder Music and Ducy Lee.
Contact for RL Productions:
George Russell
+1 (415) 674-3863
[email protected]
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