Lauri Jo Chapman
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By combining home-grown rock, blues, R&B and country influences with her various musical and life experiences, Lauri Jo has raw emotional energy that can be heard in her piano playing, music and lyrics. With her unequivocal passion for music and life, Lauri has successfully originated a definitive American musical style. Transpiring in an inventive and dramatic performance which features her powerful vocals, imaginative keyboard playing and deeply expressive songwriting.
Do you play live?
"I enjoy playing live and will be performing after we come out of the studio. I enjoyed a lot of very special moments in Germany and Canada, and ofcourse every day with my husband".
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The internet in a way almost brings us all onto a level playing field.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
"I would, we have just been contacted by several labels. One major and a couple of indies that we feel could do the right job for my music".
Band History:
At the age of five, Lauri Jo was drawn to the piano and began her formal training. Her love for the piano has paved the way for her to compose pop music. Lauri’s vocal talents were illustrated with chorus and church choral groups and as time permitted she studied opera for several years. Having moved to New York City in the 1990’s, Lauri worked on a variety of musical projects with different songwriters as well artists and producers. In 1996 Lauri formed her own band, A Girl Named Jo. Performing her own original music at various clubs throughout Long Island from Stephens Talk House to Nells and throughout the New York Metropolitan area. Lauri also toured Germany for 6 months as a solo act under the sponsorship of Marlboro. Lauri’s most recent appearances were 6 months touring solo, and recording in Canada. As of the immediate past Lauri has been recording new material. Her talents have enabled her to combine homegrown rock, country, blues, and r&b style. In short, Lauri has developed a raw, emotional, energetic, and edgy style that is clearly honest and evident in her voice, music, and lyrics.
Favorite spot?
Montauk Point,the Caribbean and New York City
Anything else...?
"With great courage I have dared
to take risks creatively
and to endure the strength to believe
and persevere on this chosen path.
I can only hope my work
will stimulate your imagination, draw you in,
and fill your soul with
excitement, wonder, and pleasure
Thank you for taking the journey...
Lauri Jo Chapman
to take risks creatively
and to endure the strength to believe
and persevere on this chosen path.
I can only hope my work
will stimulate your imagination, draw you in,
and fill your soul with
excitement, wonder, and pleasure
Thank you for taking the journey...
Lauri Jo Chapman