Grainne (pronounced GRAWN-ya) has worn out the souls of several pairs of shoes walking the roads of the stories in her songs. She’s leapt headfirst into heartache, heard the sound of the earth weeping, and has still managed to put a positive spin on it all. Grainne’s big voice, powerful lyrics and gutsy, earthy sound will have you singing along to her infectious melodies.
Eight of the ten tracks on Grainne’s new album, Looking For Sunshine, were produced by Canadian rock veteran, Moe Berg (The Pursuit Of Happiness). The resulting sound applies rootsy pop, solid rock and alternative country to her captivating, melodic songs. As with her 2007 debut release, All The Money, the quality of her music reflects that of her influences: Neil Young, Crosby, Stills and Nash, Joni Mitchell, Patty Griffin and even AD/DC. Still her music is as unique – and haunting, and strong – as the voice that sings it.
Looking For Sunshine was recorded with a gang of accomplished, highly regarded musicians: “Texas Stew” Crookes on pedal steel, Ali Stead and Moe Berg on electric guitar and “power hitter” Neil Sanderson on drums. Together they create a palette of songs so rich that you can almost taste them.
Grainne was awarded Folk Artist Of The Year and nominated for Best Female Vocalist and Best Album, at the 2009 Durham Region Music Awards. She was also nominated for Best Song at the 2008 Toronto Independent Music Awards. Some notable venues Grainne has showcased at include: Hugh’s Room (Toronto, ON), The Distillery (Calgary, AB), The Living Room and Rockwood Music Hall (NYC), Stewart Park Festival (Perth, ON), Winterfolk and NXNE (Toronto, ON). Plans are now afoot for a western Canadian tour in Jan 2012. For upcoming tour dates please visit www.grainne.ca.
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Grainne is a member of the Musicians Union - (Canadian Federation Of Musicians ID # 1302106), SOCAN/ASCAP, The Songwriters Association Of Canada and The Ontario Council of Folk Festivals.