DISTRIBUTION
Sophomore album 'Illusions' North American Release Sept 6th through MMD
THE ARTIST
Introducing Ms. Erin Barra, a Salt Lake City native and Berklee grad whose talent, beauty, smarts, intense drive and determination is creating an industry buzz that isn't going away. In fact, it's just getting louder…
Erin's prolific, emotive songwriting displays maturity far beyond her years; her sophisticated compositions and productions informatively blur pop, soul, funk, electronic, rock and urban genres.
Live, accompanied by guitar & drums, Erin is given rein to display an extraordinary, multi-instrumental and technological talent that never fails to wow audiences. Her shock of red hair and piercing green-eyes match a fiery and engaging personality that draws in and connects with audiences, converting them into fans.
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- Good Man Soul/Pop/Torch Song about one woman's unending search for a 'Good Man'. Alicia Keys meets a Joss Stone throwback. LYRICS →
- Skyline Singer/Songwriter Power Ballad about NYC and the mutual struggle of everyone in the city. Modern day Steely Dan type of sound. LYRICS →
- Another Way Piano Ballad Love Song about the words 'I Love You' not being enough to express how you feel. Fiona Apple and Shawn Colvin-esque. LYRICS →
- Satisfied Neo-Dub/Ambient/Electronic Suggestive, sexual, metaphorical and chilling - a song about someones sado-masochistic need for someone toxic. Sade meets John Browns Body. LYRICS →
- Magician Pop/Rock/Electronic about the spell that love casts and how things are never what they seem. Daft Punk meets Pink. LYRICS →
- That's All 70's Rock Emotionally angry and desperate, Genesis cover about hating and loving someone equally. Led Zeppelin sound. LYRICS →
- I'm Out Jazz/Pop Upbeat song about being over someone. Lots of momentum. Jill Scott meets George Benson. LYRICS →
- Soul Revolution 5G Remix Hip-Hop/Pop/R&B A song about self actualization and positivity. Mary J Blige meet Tribe Called Quest. LYRICS →
“Backseat Idol”
New York Magazine →
Read the interview →
THE LIVE EXPERIENCE
Erin’s live show is the high intensity rock show where Digital and Analog collide on stage to form a beautiful new live experience. She brings the studio to the stage and the era when people loved music for the right reasons to the present day. With her fresh approach to the ‘power trio’ Barra carries the show playing synth bass, keys, running Ableton Live via an APC40 and tackling lead vocals. Accompanied by a drummer and guitarist she creates a huge and lush sound with only 3 people and reminds you of why you love going to concerts in the first place.
THE SOUND & INFLUENCES
If Alicia Keys and Nelly Furtado collided with Daft Punk and Esthero in the vast circuitry of an Akai APC 40, you’d probably end up with an experience as rich and soulful as Erin Barra. On the forefront of the Digital Soul movement, her sound is the combination of a flawless songwriting sensibility sprawled across heavy foundation of Rock & Soul and shades of Electronica.
She is highly influenced by: the classic singer/songwriters of the 70’s (James Taylor, Hall & Oates, Paul Simon), R&B/Soul artists past and present (Stevie Wonder, Jill Scott, Raphael Saadiq), and electronic pioneers (Daft Punk, Imogen Heap)
THE ALBUM
“This young newcomer has everything needed for breakthrough success —
a soulful sound, energetic stage presence, thoughtful lyrics and an intangible star quality.”— THE WASHINGTON POST
“Illusions is a blend of 31st century production standards as well as looping soul melodies that dart from reggae to hip hop and traditional soul that distinguishes her effort. A glimpse into an amazing sounding future.”
— THE COUCH SESSIONS
“On Illusions, her sophomore album, Ms. Barra showcases strong songwriting skills and confidently takes listeners through the complexities of love and loss. Mixing pop and R&B with a bit of rock and reggae, Ms. Barra digs deep into the heart, especially on the soulful “Good man,” the candid “Skyline.”
— SHORT AND SWEET NYC
“When I first met Erin Barra at Berklee a few years ago I sensed she had something special. After our first writing session together, my instincts were confirmed. She is an “old soul” musician with a very modern songwriting sensibility. She is the type of artist who can have a long career in the music business.”
— JOHN OATES OF HALL & OATES
“When I first met Erin Barra at Berklee a few years ago I sensed she had something special. After our first writing session together, my instincts were confirmed. She is an “old soul” musician with a very modern songwriting sensibility. She is the type of artist who can have a long career in the music business.”
— JOHN OATES OF HALL & OATES
“This young newcomer has everything needed for breakthrough success —
a soulful sound, energetic stage presence, thoughtful lyrics and an intangible star quality.”— THE WASHINGTON POST
TOUR DATES
- Copperfields Fri Nov 4 – Boston, MA
- DOBBS Thu Oct 27 – Philadelphia, PA
- DOMINION Fri Oct 21 – New York, NY
- CMJ Panelist Fri Oct 21 – New York, NY
- CMJ @ Alphabet Lounge Tuesday Oct 18 – New York, NY
- Converse Rubber Tracks Wed Oct 12 – Brooklyn, NY
- Future of Music Mon Oct 3 – Washington, DC
- DROM Mon Oct 3 – New York, NY
- The Blue Note Sat Oct 1 – New York, NY
- The Long Ear Sat Sep 10 – Coer d'Alene, ID
- 4000 Holes Fri Sep 9 – Spokane, WA
- Zola Thu Sep 8 – Spokane, WA
- The Wild Buffalo Tue Sep 6 – Bellingham, WA
- Library Square Mon Sep 5 – Vancouver, BC
- Ableton User Group Sun Sep 4 –Vancouver BC
- Nectar Fri Sep 2 – Seattle, WA
- Platinum Records Wed Aug 31 – Portland, OR
- Someday Lounge Tue Aug 30 – Portland, OR
- TRIP Bar Fri Aug 26 – Los Angeles, California
- Bar Deluxe Sat July 9 – Salt Lake City
- Cisero's Fri July 8 – Park City, UT
- Park City Stages Thu Jul 7 – Park City, UT
- Mangy Moose Wed June 29 – Jackson Hole, WY
- Ableton User Group Sun June 26 – Denver, CO
- Cervantes Masterpiece Sat June 25 – Denver, CO
- Zacca Za Fri June 24 – Avon, CO
- Frank's Lounge Sat June 18 – Brooklyn, NY
- Yotel Hotel Launch Tue June 14 – New York, NY
- Dollar Van Demos Thu June 9 – Brooklyn, NY
- Dub Spot Mon June 6 – New York, NY
- Ben's Next Door Tue May 3 – Washington, DC
- LES Girls Club Fri Apr 29 – New York, NY
- Organix Soul Sat Apr 23 – Springfield, MA
- Bar Deluxe Tue Apr 5 – Salt Lake City, UT
- Vibz Uptown Sun Mar 27 – Hartford, CT
- Tekserve Thu Mar 24 – New York, NY
- Private Event Sun Mar 13 – Jacksonville, FL
- The Studio @ Webster Hall Thu Mar 10 – New York, NY
- The Precinct Sun Mar 5 – Boston, MA
- Women's Audio Mission Thu Feb 4 – San Fransisco, CA
- Backside Records Sat Feb 19 – Burbank, CA
- The Little Temple Bar Thu Feb 17 – Los Angeles, CA
- Steve's Guitars Sat Feb 5 – Carbondale, CO
- Guitar Center Sat Jan 29 – Salt Lake City, UT
- Bar Deluxe Fri Jan 28 – Salt Lake City, UT
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Over the years, Erin’s material and stage show has taken on many forms, from a one-woman army to an army of musicians. Her full live band, The Hitters, is based out of Brooklyn.
FROM ERIN
I have had the distinct pleasure of working with so many talented and amazing individuals over the years – in many different groups and forms. I am indebted to, and some day hope to repay, all the time and energy these beautiful human beings have invested in my music. Whether it’s been years or only one studio session, my sound and voice are highly influenced by their presence and power. I can say for certain that I would not be who I am today if it wasn’t for these group of musicians doin’ they best to make me sound good : )
FROM THE BEGINNING
- Jamey Zebrack (keys/producer/engineer)
- Matty G (guitar)
- Will Rzad (bass)
- Ji Money (drums)
- Jared Salvatore (co-writer)
- Kyle Lalone (guitar)
- Cian McCarthy (keys)
- Matt Jenson (arranger/writer/keys)
- John Oates (co-writer/legend)
- Ari Raskin (producer/engineer)
- Nori Kikuta (guitar)
- JJ Brown (producer/DJ)
- Joshua Steingard
- Dustin Swan
- Craig Brodhead
- Nick D'Agostino
