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Denise Vasquez
NEWS
PRESS:
CD REVIEW
DOOGZ.NET
Denise Vasquez dedicates her life to sharing her love of music and art with as many people as possible...Her strong, seductive vocals have given her comparison to the likes of Janis Joplin and Jewel...Her music falls into categories of pop, rock, and folk...the flow of her lyrics along with the beauty of the music takes the listener for a delightful journey...Denise's latest release "Frame Of Mind" was released in 2006 and consists of 11 amazing tracks. Personal favorites of mine would be "Thanksgiving Day" and "Pipe Dream". ...
Reviewer: Doogz May 29th, 2007 Score: 4 1/2 stars
REVIEW
INCREDIBLEMP3.COM
This female singer from the USA has the most wonderfully soft, silky voice, which does compare somewhat to Jewel. Her songs are mesmerizing and simply make you want to melt, magnifico!
Reviewer: Stuart May 6th, 2007
ARTIST OF THE DAY
MUSICFORTE.COM
April 30th, 2007
A&R PROPS COLUMN
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
LA Songstress Denise Vasquez recently won a publicity campaign from Audioxposure.com, got a mention for her upcoming release on the "PERFORMING SONGWRITER MAGAZINE" Website, was offered a record deal, was featured on The Power Show, had a live interview on VM Underground Radio, and was named FEATURED ARTIST on imovemusic.com and musicforte.com all before her new album "FRAME OF MIND" was released. With no management, no PR firm, no rep of any kind, Vasquez has done it all herself. MC saluted this artist for showing other artists that they can indeed take control of their career.
Bernard Baur, Music Connection Magazine Vol XXX No. 20 9/25-10/8/06 issue
ARTIST OF THE DAY
WEBCDS.COM
DENISE VASQUEZ: News
ARTIST OF THE DAY ON WEBCDS.COM - August 29, 2006
The GREAT news just keeps coming...
"You are the WebCDs.com Artist of the Day
Denise Vasquez has been selected as artist of the day on webcds.com.
Every day 10 artists are selected for artist of the day. Go to
http://www.webcds.com homepage and refresh until your photo appears.
Best wishes,
Webcds Management."
CLUB REVIEWS
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
Genghis Cohen
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (vocals, guitar), Michael Paige (Bass), David Leach (Percussion)
Material: Denise Vasquez takes the standard singer/songwriter formula and adds elements of jazz, classic rock, and a distinctly Latin flavor. This spicy blend succeeds in creating a unique and engaging sound. A songwriter with an ear for melody, Vasquez's songs are straighforward but catchy, and she employs stripped down arrangements that suit her voice well. The inclusion of the 80's hit "We Belong" was somewhat interesting, but unnecessary given the stregnth of her original material.
Musicianship: Vasquez's strong voice is the focal point of her sound and she is decent, if not outstanding guitar player.
Performance: Vasquez exuded warmth and confidence in the small club setting at Genghis Cohen, comfortably interacting with the audience and proving herself to be a natural performer.
Summary: Denise Vasquez is a talented young performer with a handful of good songs in her repertoire. She has the voice to sing them...though Vasquez may be a relatively unknown artist playing small clubs in LA, she has the tools to take her career to the next level.
-Ben Nachman, Music Connection Magazine (5/8/06-5/21/06 issue)
CD REVIEWS: LIVE IN ONE TAKE
SHAKE MAGAZINE
One might think there is a new trend for actual musical artists to come back to the forefront of the field. Is it possible? Can we get people like Denise Vasquez to replace the dancing MTV product queens? That would be a step in the right direction. This album is a collection of no-frills one-take live recordings that portray Vasquez in a sultry and adventuresome persona that makes you want to come back for more. With her last name, one might expect Denise to perform percussive salsa or other variations on Hispanic musical forms but she's more of a folk and inventive singer/songwriter stylist. The group is simple with acoustic guitar, flute and congas. She has a good message. In one lyric, "We are crayons in the box, different colors but all made the same, for one purpose, to color the picture..." Peace & Joy back at you, Denise.
-Jess Mariach, Shake Magazine 2004
CLUB REVIEWS
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
The Roxy
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (vocals, guitar), Todd Wolf (Drums), Rio (Bass), Stevie Blacke (Guitar)
Material: While her overall sound could land her in an alternative-country market, Denise Vasquez isn't afraid to dip into folk-rock and even a bit of reggae. Led by her songwriting talents, Vasquez shows considerable range by delivering soothing blues-based numbers one minute and meditating on spacey, spoken-word intros the next. Lyrically focused on reaping the benefits from the here-and-now, Vasquez's sincerity, along with her well-written melodic hooks, make any preaching a pleasant pill to swallow.
Musicianship: Vasquez moves from gentle, honey-dripped vocals to gritty bar-room swagger-both with assuring command.
Performance: Ending on a bombastic note, Vasquez's unassuming vibe played well with her eclecticism.
Summary: Blending elements of rock, country, and a myriad of other spicings, Denise Vasquez's music possesses an earthy, soothing quality that is engaging.
-Albert Vega, Music Connection Magazine 3/29-4/11/04
SWEDEN REVIEW
Kulturochhallandsposten.se
Denise has been described as a cross between Janis Joplin and Jewel. With strong conviction. The stage is a natural place for Denise Vasquez. An awarded singer/songwriter from LA, both her albums "Live In One Take" and "Fighting Darkenss" are mainly recorded live and filled with a raw naked sound. The music in the background is sparse. It's straight through acoustic "Folk-Rock" where Denise accompanies herself on guitar. At the same time, there is a mission in her songs. The debut cd "Fighting Darkness" is focussed on Sept. 11th, 2001 and it's aftermath. Other motives come in on the follow up album "Live In One Take". It has a mix between relations based motives and conversational language, there's also a sense of magic, enhanced by (suggestive) flute. The sound is pretty much timeless, with some echoes of the 60:ies free psychedelic. Vasquez carries a pure scent of independent and you do believe in her words "My music is all that I am"
Gert-Ove Fridlund 2/04
www.kulturochhallandsposten.se
SHOW REVIEW
FEMMUSE
Monsoon Cafe
LA Music Awards showcase
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar), Michael Paige (Bass), Todd Wolf (Drums), Cyhndi Mora (Backup vocals)
Denise came all dressed up for the occasion! Long shiny coat, shiny hot pants, cleavage...it was all there...beautiful to look at. Her full band was there and they kicked into some high energy, fun songs. Denise has a unique voice and projection style I've noticed before, but this time I realized even more why people like her so much. She's got stage presence, voice, and songs.
Shredmistress 7/04
www.femmuse.com
LIVE REVIEW
ALL ACCESS
Sherman Oaks Lounge
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar)
Denise wowed them with her insightful and introspective lyrics and vocals that ranged from deep and seductive to sweetly fluttering often in the same line! The picture of feminine charm, she graciously invited us to accompany her on her life journey. A couple of my personal favorites were the passionate "Time" and "Hope", both of which are on her most recent live cd "Fighting Darkness", recorded in LA just after 9/11 and as a tribute to rescue workers and survivors of the attack. A beautiful example of her heartfelt live performance.
-Cyhndi Mora 2/03
All Access
CLUB REVIEW
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
Molly Malones
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar)
Material: For someone who has only been playing guitar and performing for a year, Denise Vasquez has developed a fairly strong repertoire. Her upbeat and optimistic lyrics are delivered on flowing melodies with a unique voice that has undeniable conviction and feeling.
The song "You" which Vasquez told the audience she wrote because she's "so in love with life", is typical of her romantic fare.
Musicianship: Vasquez possesses an amazingly flexible voice that is as sexy and throaty as Janis Joplin one moment and as playful as a bird the next, not unlike the singer Jewel. Vasquez could trademark the way she accents her high notes with a delicate trill that sounds more like it's being produced by a flute than by human vocal chords.
Vasquez's guitar playing is uncomplicated, but it provides background for her singing, which is where her true talent lies.
Performance: With a sunny demeanor, Vasquez seems extremely comfortable on stage, especially for a new performer. She definitely feels her music and the audience, and gets caught up in the heat of the moment when she throws back her head and belts out her meaningful lyrical narratives.
-Dani Barnard 3/02
Music Connection Magazine
CONTACT:
DENISE VASQUEZ
www.denisevasquez.com
www.myspace.com/denisevasquez
socialbutterfly.denise@gmail.com
CD REVIEW
DOOGZ.NET
Denise Vasquez dedicates her life to sharing her love of music and art with as many people as possible...Her strong, seductive vocals have given her comparison to the likes of Janis Joplin and Jewel...Her music falls into categories of pop, rock, and folk...the flow of her lyrics along with the beauty of the music takes the listener for a delightful journey...Denise's latest release "Frame Of Mind" was released in 2006 and consists of 11 amazing tracks. Personal favorites of mine would be "Thanksgiving Day" and "Pipe Dream". ...
Reviewer: Doogz May 29th, 2007 Score: 4 1/2 stars
REVIEW
INCREDIBLEMP3.COM
This female singer from the USA has the most wonderfully soft, silky voice, which does compare somewhat to Jewel. Her songs are mesmerizing and simply make you want to melt, magnifico!
Reviewer: Stuart May 6th, 2007
ARTIST OF THE DAY
MUSICFORTE.COM
April 30th, 2007
A&R PROPS COLUMN
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
LA Songstress Denise Vasquez recently won a publicity campaign from Audioxposure.com, got a mention for her upcoming release on the "PERFORMING SONGWRITER MAGAZINE" Website, was offered a record deal, was featured on The Power Show, had a live interview on VM Underground Radio, and was named FEATURED ARTIST on imovemusic.com and musicforte.com all before her new album "FRAME OF MIND" was released. With no management, no PR firm, no rep of any kind, Vasquez has done it all herself. MC saluted this artist for showing other artists that they can indeed take control of their career.
Bernard Baur, Music Connection Magazine Vol XXX No. 20 9/25-10/8/06 issue
ARTIST OF THE DAY
WEBCDS.COM
DENISE VASQUEZ: News
ARTIST OF THE DAY ON WEBCDS.COM - August 29, 2006
The GREAT news just keeps coming...
"You are the WebCDs.com Artist of the Day
Denise Vasquez has been selected as artist of the day on webcds.com.
Every day 10 artists are selected for artist of the day. Go to
http://www.webcds.com homepage and refresh until your photo appears.
Best wishes,
Webcds Management."
CLUB REVIEWS
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
Genghis Cohen
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (vocals, guitar), Michael Paige (Bass), David Leach (Percussion)
Material: Denise Vasquez takes the standard singer/songwriter formula and adds elements of jazz, classic rock, and a distinctly Latin flavor. This spicy blend succeeds in creating a unique and engaging sound. A songwriter with an ear for melody, Vasquez's songs are straighforward but catchy, and she employs stripped down arrangements that suit her voice well. The inclusion of the 80's hit "We Belong" was somewhat interesting, but unnecessary given the stregnth of her original material.
Musicianship: Vasquez's strong voice is the focal point of her sound and she is decent, if not outstanding guitar player.
Performance: Vasquez exuded warmth and confidence in the small club setting at Genghis Cohen, comfortably interacting with the audience and proving herself to be a natural performer.
Summary: Denise Vasquez is a talented young performer with a handful of good songs in her repertoire. She has the voice to sing them...though Vasquez may be a relatively unknown artist playing small clubs in LA, she has the tools to take her career to the next level.
-Ben Nachman, Music Connection Magazine (5/8/06-5/21/06 issue)
CD REVIEWS: LIVE IN ONE TAKE
SHAKE MAGAZINE
One might think there is a new trend for actual musical artists to come back to the forefront of the field. Is it possible? Can we get people like Denise Vasquez to replace the dancing MTV product queens? That would be a step in the right direction. This album is a collection of no-frills one-take live recordings that portray Vasquez in a sultry and adventuresome persona that makes you want to come back for more. With her last name, one might expect Denise to perform percussive salsa or other variations on Hispanic musical forms but she's more of a folk and inventive singer/songwriter stylist. The group is simple with acoustic guitar, flute and congas. She has a good message. In one lyric, "We are crayons in the box, different colors but all made the same, for one purpose, to color the picture..." Peace & Joy back at you, Denise.
-Jess Mariach, Shake Magazine 2004
CLUB REVIEWS
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
The Roxy
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (vocals, guitar), Todd Wolf (Drums), Rio (Bass), Stevie Blacke (Guitar)
Material: While her overall sound could land her in an alternative-country market, Denise Vasquez isn't afraid to dip into folk-rock and even a bit of reggae. Led by her songwriting talents, Vasquez shows considerable range by delivering soothing blues-based numbers one minute and meditating on spacey, spoken-word intros the next. Lyrically focused on reaping the benefits from the here-and-now, Vasquez's sincerity, along with her well-written melodic hooks, make any preaching a pleasant pill to swallow.
Musicianship: Vasquez moves from gentle, honey-dripped vocals to gritty bar-room swagger-both with assuring command.
Performance: Ending on a bombastic note, Vasquez's unassuming vibe played well with her eclecticism.
Summary: Blending elements of rock, country, and a myriad of other spicings, Denise Vasquez's music possesses an earthy, soothing quality that is engaging.
-Albert Vega, Music Connection Magazine 3/29-4/11/04
SWEDEN REVIEW
Kulturochhallandsposten.se
Denise has been described as a cross between Janis Joplin and Jewel. With strong conviction. The stage is a natural place for Denise Vasquez. An awarded singer/songwriter from LA, both her albums "Live In One Take" and "Fighting Darkenss" are mainly recorded live and filled with a raw naked sound. The music in the background is sparse. It's straight through acoustic "Folk-Rock" where Denise accompanies herself on guitar. At the same time, there is a mission in her songs. The debut cd "Fighting Darkness" is focussed on Sept. 11th, 2001 and it's aftermath. Other motives come in on the follow up album "Live In One Take". It has a mix between relations based motives and conversational language, there's also a sense of magic, enhanced by (suggestive) flute. The sound is pretty much timeless, with some echoes of the 60:ies free psychedelic. Vasquez carries a pure scent of independent and you do believe in her words "My music is all that I am"
Gert-Ove Fridlund 2/04
www.kulturochhallandsposten.se
SHOW REVIEW
FEMMUSE
Monsoon Cafe
LA Music Awards showcase
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar), Michael Paige (Bass), Todd Wolf (Drums), Cyhndi Mora (Backup vocals)
Denise came all dressed up for the occasion! Long shiny coat, shiny hot pants, cleavage...it was all there...beautiful to look at. Her full band was there and they kicked into some high energy, fun songs. Denise has a unique voice and projection style I've noticed before, but this time I realized even more why people like her so much. She's got stage presence, voice, and songs.
Shredmistress 7/04
www.femmuse.com
LIVE REVIEW
ALL ACCESS
Sherman Oaks Lounge
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar)
Denise wowed them with her insightful and introspective lyrics and vocals that ranged from deep and seductive to sweetly fluttering often in the same line! The picture of feminine charm, she graciously invited us to accompany her on her life journey. A couple of my personal favorites were the passionate "Time" and "Hope", both of which are on her most recent live cd "Fighting Darkness", recorded in LA just after 9/11 and as a tribute to rescue workers and survivors of the attack. A beautiful example of her heartfelt live performance.
-Cyhndi Mora 2/03
All Access
CLUB REVIEW
MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE
Molly Malones
Los Angeles
Players: Denise Vasquez (Vocals, guitar)
Material: For someone who has only been playing guitar and performing for a year, Denise Vasquez has developed a fairly strong repertoire. Her upbeat and optimistic lyrics are delivered on flowing melodies with a unique voice that has undeniable conviction and feeling.
The song "You" which Vasquez told the audience she wrote because she's "so in love with life", is typical of her romantic fare.
Musicianship: Vasquez possesses an amazingly flexible voice that is as sexy and throaty as Janis Joplin one moment and as playful as a bird the next, not unlike the singer Jewel. Vasquez could trademark the way she accents her high notes with a delicate trill that sounds more like it's being produced by a flute than by human vocal chords.
Vasquez's guitar playing is uncomplicated, but it provides background for her singing, which is where her true talent lies.
Performance: With a sunny demeanor, Vasquez seems extremely comfortable on stage, especially for a new performer. She definitely feels her music and the audience, and gets caught up in the heat of the moment when she throws back her head and belts out her meaningful lyrical narratives.
-Dani Barnard 3/02
Music Connection Magazine
CONTACT:
DENISE VASQUEZ
www.denisevasquez.com
www.myspace.com/denisevasquez
socialbutterfly.denise@gmail.com
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DENISE VASQUEZ BRINGS A UNIQUE MIX OF MUSIC TO AUDIENCES AROUND THE WORLD
"Denise Vasquez takes the standard Singer/Songwriter formula and adds elements of jazz, classic rock... a unique and engaging sound... a songwriter with an ear for melody... her strong voice is the focal point of her sound... really good songs in her repertoire."
-MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE, CLUB REVIEW
DENISE WAS SELECTED AS AN ARTIST TO ENDORSE "DAISY ROCK GUITARS"
NOMINATED FOR BEST INDIE ALBUM OF THE YEAR 2006 & NOMINATED FOR BEST INDIE FEMALE VOCALIST 2004 BY THE LA MUSIC AWARDS, FOUR TIME WINNER of the ASCAP PERFORMING SONGWRITERS AWARD (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006), Selected by MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE to be on their HOT 100 LIST FOR FIVE CONSECUTIVE YEARS (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006), Denise Vasquez brings her big heart and unique mix of music to audiences around the world.
Denise released her third album "FRAME OF MIND", recorded in Nashville with producer Lauren Stalnecker in his studio. The album was released, September 2006, and it has been generating quite a buzz from the songs being promoting on the internet. She was invited to be amongst the many celebrities that participated in Mickey Sinardi's "SHOWSTOPPERS SPECTACULAR" CELEBRITY AUTOGRAPH SHOW www.showstopperstars.com on Sept 17th, 2006. Denise is receiving lots of radio play all over the internet on webcasts, podcasts, radio streams including: 88.5 FM "Tied To The Tracks", BSS RADIO, LIVE365.COM, BLUE SKY FM (LONDON, UK), VM UNDERGROUND, FLAT CAT RADIO, NETTE RADIO, CLASSIC FM, DOOGZ.NET, FEMININE GROOVE/ENGAGE RADIO, NETRADIO100, EVOLVINGARTISTS.COM, MUSICFORTE.COM, and MUSICTOGOUSA.COM. Her songs "RIGHT HERE IN MY DREAM" & "THANKSGIVING DAY" were #1 on webcds.com TOP 10 TRACKS (THE WEEKS MOST LISTENED TO TRACK) for over three weeks, Her songs have been voted listeners favorites on 88.5 FM and BLUESKY FM (LONDON), Denise was selected as THE FEATURED ARTIST OF THE DAY on webcds.com, imovemusic.com, and FEATURED AS THE SPOLIGHT ARTIST on Musicforte.com, and is one of the artist being FEATURED ON THE COVER OF THE NEW ISSUE 5th Edition of "INDIBIBLE" as well as on their website.
"FRAME OF MIND" features Denise Vasquez singing and playing guitar on 10 fully produced songs she wrote and co-produced. Track 11 on her album is an acoustic, intimate, Spanish/English version of Lowen and Navarro's 80's Hit "We Belong". Denise has already received over 54,000 plays on myspace.com
Denise has been compared to "Janis Joplin meets Jewel", but Denise writes and sings from her own soul. Her considerable vocal range and songwriting talents have earned her the praise of critics and industry alike. Denise was selected to be a FEATURED ARTIST in WESTLAKE AUDIO STUDIO'S ARTIST DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. Denise has released two other self-produced albums "LIVE IN ONE TAKE"(Limited), and "FIGHTING DARKNESS". Denise has also been featured LIVE on KPFK 90.7FM "ARTS IN REVIEW", LIVE on 88.5 FM "TIED TO THE TRACKS", and VM UNDERGROUND. Denise has acquired some wonderful SPONSORS: Daisy Rock Guitars, Audix Microphones, UnityCorps, and Rock4Orphans.
Denise is a passionate Singer/Songwriter who performs quite extensively as a solo artist for charity events (Relay For Life, Worldfest, South Central Farm Aid, Women For A Cause, World Vegan Day), as well as in some of the most respected venues worldwide including: The Cavern Club (UK), The Bitter End (NYC), Borders Bookstores (CA), The El Rey Theatre(CA), Caneel Bay (USVI), The Roxy (LA), The Coffee Gallery (Altendena), and she is excited about returning to the UK for her Acoustic Mini Summer Tour July 2007.
Denise was influenced by art at a very early age. Her mother was an artist. They didn't have much, but music, art and the theatre have always been a part of her life. Denise began singing from the time she could talk, dancing from the time she could walk, and writing from the time she could form a sentence. Her first experience on stage was at the age of 6 with "Mrs. Dorothy's Dance Troupe" at Lincoln Center. Throughout elementary, Denise had many opportunities to perform on stage with her chorus. In junior high, Denise performed at Avery Fisher Hall as a violinist with selected students from her class. High School was where Denise got a taste of performing as an actress which led to Denise enrolling at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute and at The Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre Training Unit. Being onstage is a natural place for Denise. She's performed in many Theatrical Productions (NYC), Improv Shows (NYC), which led to Feature Films (Carlito's Way, Jungle Fever, Malcolm X), TV (Law & Order, SNL, MTV,) as well as dancing in Music Videos (Kenny Chesney's "How Forever Feels").
Having grown up between New York City and the Virgin Islands, Denise proudly incorporates all of her experiences as an actress, as well as a dancer, singer, guitarist, painter, poet in her life as well as her music. She has travelled extensively living in places like Scotland, London, the US Virgin Islands, and now Los Angeles. These experiences have led Denise to be a spirit that is deep, pure and real. Her songs speak of her positive outlook of love, life and the pursuit of happiness. Denise says "My purpose is to share my life, help spread Peace, joy, love and understanding through sharing my positive messages. I've learned I can by expressing my experiences through my art and my music. Thanks to my mom who raised my sister and I on her own; for showing us through her challenges that to believe, work hard, focus, treat others as you want to be treated, stay true to yourself and your dreams, and never give up...everything that I have experienced has led me to be the woman I am today. My music is all that I am!
"Denise Vasquez takes the standard Singer/Songwriter formula and adds elements of jazz, classic rock... a unique and engaging sound... a songwriter with an ear for melody... her strong voice is the focal point of her sound... really good songs in her repertoire."
-MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE, CLUB REVIEW
DENISE WAS SELECTED AS AN ARTIST TO ENDORSE "DAISY ROCK GUITARS"
NOMINATED FOR BEST INDIE ALBUM OF THE YEAR 2006 & NOMINATED FOR BEST INDIE FEMALE VOCALIST 2004 BY THE LA MUSIC AWARDS, FOUR TIME WINNER of the ASCAP PERFORMING SONGWRITERS AWARD (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006), Selected by MUSIC CONNECTION MAGAZINE to be on their HOT 100 LIST FOR FIVE CONSECUTIVE YEARS (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006), Denise Vasquez brings her big heart and unique mix of music to audiences around the world.
Denise released her third album "FRAME OF MIND", recorded in Nashville with producer Lauren Stalnecker in his studio. The album was released, September 2006, and it has been generating quite a buzz from the songs being promoting on the internet. She was invited to be amongst the many celebrities that participated in Mickey Sinardi's "SHOWSTOPPERS SPECTACULAR" CELEBRITY AUTOGRAPH SHOW www.showstopperstars.com on Sept 17th, 2006. Denise is receiving lots of radio play all over the internet on webcasts, podcasts, radio streams including: 88.5 FM "Tied To The Tracks", BSS RADIO, LIVE365.COM, BLUE SKY FM (LONDON, UK), VM UNDERGROUND, FLAT CAT RADIO, NETTE RADIO, CLASSIC FM, DOOGZ.NET, FEMININE GROOVE/ENGAGE RADIO, NETRADIO100, EVOLVINGARTISTS.COM, MUSICFORTE.COM, and MUSICTOGOUSA.COM. Her songs "RIGHT HERE IN MY DREAM" & "THANKSGIVING DAY" were #1 on webcds.com TOP 10 TRACKS (THE WEEKS MOST LISTENED TO TRACK) for over three weeks, Her songs have been voted listeners favorites on 88.5 FM and BLUESKY FM (LONDON), Denise was selected as THE FEATURED ARTIST OF THE DAY on webcds.com, imovemusic.com, and FEATURED AS THE SPOLIGHT ARTIST on Musicforte.com, and is one of the artist being FEATURED ON THE COVER OF THE NEW ISSUE 5th Edition of "INDIBIBLE" as well as on their website.
"FRAME OF MIND" features Denise Vasquez singing and playing guitar on 10 fully produced songs she wrote and co-produced. Track 11 on her album is an acoustic, intimate, Spanish/English version of Lowen and Navarro's 80's Hit "We Belong". Denise has already received over 54,000 plays on myspace.com
Denise has been compared to "Janis Joplin meets Jewel", but Denise writes and sings from her own soul. Her considerable vocal range and songwriting talents have earned her the praise of critics and industry alike. Denise was selected to be a FEATURED ARTIST in WESTLAKE AUDIO STUDIO'S ARTIST DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM. Denise has released two other self-produced albums "LIVE IN ONE TAKE"(Limited), and "FIGHTING DARKNESS". Denise has also been featured LIVE on KPFK 90.7FM "ARTS IN REVIEW", LIVE on 88.5 FM "TIED TO THE TRACKS", and VM UNDERGROUND. Denise has acquired some wonderful SPONSORS: Daisy Rock Guitars, Audix Microphones, UnityCorps, and Rock4Orphans.
Denise is a passionate Singer/Songwriter who performs quite extensively as a solo artist for charity events (Relay For Life, Worldfest, South Central Farm Aid, Women For A Cause, World Vegan Day), as well as in some of the most respected venues worldwide including: The Cavern Club (UK), The Bitter End (NYC), Borders Bookstores (CA), The El Rey Theatre(CA), Caneel Bay (USVI), The Roxy (LA), The Coffee Gallery (Altendena), and she is excited about returning to the UK for her Acoustic Mini Summer Tour July 2007.
Denise was influenced by art at a very early age. Her mother was an artist. They didn't have much, but music, art and the theatre have always been a part of her life. Denise began singing from the time she could talk, dancing from the time she could walk, and writing from the time she could form a sentence. Her first experience on stage was at the age of 6 with "Mrs. Dorothy's Dance Troupe" at Lincoln Center. Throughout elementary, Denise had many opportunities to perform on stage with her chorus. In junior high, Denise performed at Avery Fisher Hall as a violinist with selected students from her class. High School was where Denise got a taste of performing as an actress which led to Denise enrolling at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute and at The Puerto Rican Traveling Theatre Training Unit. Being onstage is a natural place for Denise. She's performed in many Theatrical Productions (NYC), Improv Shows (NYC), which led to Feature Films (Carlito's Way, Jungle Fever, Malcolm X), TV (Law & Order, SNL, MTV,) as well as dancing in Music Videos (Kenny Chesney's "How Forever Feels").
Having grown up between New York City and the Virgin Islands, Denise proudly incorporates all of her experiences as an actress, as well as a dancer, singer, guitarist, painter, poet in her life as well as her music. She has travelled extensively living in places like Scotland, London, the US Virgin Islands, and now Los Angeles. These experiences have led Denise to be a spirit that is deep, pure and real. Her songs speak of her positive outlook of love, life and the pursuit of happiness. Denise says "My purpose is to share my life, help spread Peace, joy, love and understanding through sharing my positive messages. I've learned I can by expressing my experiences through my art and my music. Thanks to my mom who raised my sister and I on her own; for showing us through her challenges that to believe, work hard, focus, treat others as you want to be treated, stay true to yourself and your dreams, and never give up...everything that I have experienced has led me to be the woman I am today. My music is all that I am!
Why this name?
It chose me
Do you play live?
I play live quite frequently! I love performing in front of a live audience, especially for a cause...Los Angeles, New York City, The US Virgin Islands, Ireland, UK, Europe...at some of the most respected venues including: The Cavern Club, The El Rey Theatre, The Roxy, Genghis Cohen, Molly Malones, The Monsoon Cafe, Borders Bookstores, The Rainbow, Harvelles, Room 5, The Acoustic Playhouse, Westwood Brewing Company, The Joint, Kulaks Woodshed and Caffeinds Lounge...to name a few! In New York City: The Bitter End, The Duplex Cabaret, Room 55. In the Virgin Islands: The Westin Resort, Caneel Bay Resort, Skinny's, The Beach Bar. In Sommerville: The Burren. Most memorable performance to date: performing at the legendary CAVERN CLUB (Home of The Beatles) & being asked to sign the wall during Beatles Week!
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The internet gives the indie artist exposure to a whole new world...a new audience...a new way of promoting your music worldwide...with or without a label!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes, if the deal is right!
Band History:
Having grown up between New York City and the Virgin Islands, Denise's voice reflects the stregnth NYC has given her and she proudly incorporates all her experiences as an actress, dancer, violinist, singer and painter into her life as well as her music. As her mother was an artist, Denise was influenced and surrounded by music and art at a very early age. Denise began singing from the time she could speak, dancing from the time she could walk, and writing from the time she could form a sentence. Denise graduated from High School at a very early age, 15! She studied at Hunter College for a couple of years until she found out about a work exchange program where she could live abroad. Denise lived and worked in Scotland, London, Whales...that was the beginning of her journey. Later on, Denise ended up moving to the Virgin Islands during a vacation while considering a move to Los Angeles. It wasn't until she moved to the Virgin Islands that Denise began to utilize all of her skills-writing, singing and performing. Denise was invited to perform at Tillet Gardens Arts Alive Festival for Womens Month which inspired her to Create, Produce, Host, Perform in her "LADIES NIGHT MUSIC FESTIVALS I-VI", developing a following of hundreds, receiving rave reviews from the press (The Daily News, The St. John Times, The Island Trader).
Your influences?
Some of my musical influences include: The Beatles, The Police, Pink Floyd, John Lennon, Jeff Buckley, Janis Joplin, Ani DiFranco, Sheryl Crow, Sarah Maclaughlan, Beth Hart, The Cranberries, Rikki Lee Jones, U2, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Linda Perry, Billie Holiday, Prince, Carole King, James Taylor...to name a few!
Favorite spot?
As of right now...St. John, USVI!
Equipment used:
For a microphone, I use AUDIX OM6 & AUDIX VX10...my Favorite guitar is an acoustic/electric DAISY ROCK GUITAR "WILDWOOD SERIES" , my acoustic amp is Carvin AG100D.
Anything else...?
I write songs about things that have meaning to me that people all ages can relate to and I perform from my heart! My goal is to entertain as well as touch my audience. My music is all that I am! Through my music I hope to continue spreading Peace & Love in the world while entertaining!