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A soul singer of another color, Erin Barra's sound is a unique mix of R&B and Pop with fragrant accents of Reggae, Funk and Soul. Barra's songwriting is a tapestry consciously woven with deep grooves, dreams and good vibes.
It's been a year in the making thus far and although we still have work to do, I'm proud to say that we've got some amazing tracks to share with you. Since the fall of our home base, the late great Chung King, we've been all over the place: J-Rock, Deepwater, Big Red (my personal studio), Downtown, and lastly but definitely towards the top of the list, Avatar.
We are blessed to be able to record and mix at Avatar... truly, truly blessed. Initially we tracked in studio A, which is debatably one of the best and most historic live rooms in NY, if not the world. (Thanks Tino!!!) And now, Ari's gluing everything together by mixing on a Neve VRP 72 input console.
We've been working together on this project together for such a long time now, making every effort to obtain the HIGHEST sound quality, that being able to see this particular sonic experience to fruition from beginning to end is the serendipitous arrangement of several pieces of good fortune. (not to mention a serious amount of work...) Here's a clip of Ari mixing in the Neve board in Studio C:
I'm back in NYC, fresh off of tour and I'm feeling pretty damn good if I do say so myself : ) There's multiple things I'm working on at the same time now, one of which is a portion of my album (which seems to be gestating at the rate of an elephant). I've been working on tracks for some other artists and doing a WHOLE lotta writing these days. Luckily, I am constantly inspired by the many different and amazing people I am blessed to be aquatinted and working with. Here's a little video to keep you updated on all the going ons, improvisations and shenanigans taking place
There are also some very exciting changes coming to www.erinbarra.com so stay tuned, share the music and visit often!!
Yes. The rumors are true – I shaved off a large portion of my hair. Life sometimes give you lemons and I hear that when lemons are thrown at you, your supposed to make lemonade (although I’ve also heard that you can squirt them in peoples eyes…). As of late, life presented me with a cliff and I don’t know about you, but it was time for me to take a leap of faith.
In order to fully embody this new form of transportation, I decided that a fresh new haircut was in order and, well… You’re just gonna have to watch the video to see how it turned out. But as with all things in life, it definitely didn’t go as expected.
In an attempt to get into the (re) mix and stir things up a bit – we have stumbled across something spectacular, something sexual, something totally FRESH. 3 PARTS ILL is back at it again, weaving the sonic fabric of different songs, eras, genres, keys and BPM’s into a beautiful basket of AHHH YEAH!!!! Check out the newest invention of Good Man
This coming Sunday will be the premier of Brooklyn's baddest new power trio... 3 PARTS ILL. Fronted by yours truly and rollin' on JJ Brown's wheels of steel this is an event that should not be missed. It's a little of this, a little of that, something you wouldn't expect and definitly some shit you ain't never seen before. We are gonna be laying down the LIVE REMIX!!!
I truly believe we are doing something innovative and I can't wait to share it all with everyone
In conjunction with 3 PARTS ILL, local Brooklyn artists Wrecords By Monkey will be in the house giving away some free goodies and representing for all things vinyl. Come check out what all the buzz is about and be one of the cool kids!!
The party starts at 7PM with a performance at 10PM. JJ's gonna be spinning the hits you wanna hear before and after so make sure you come down early to partake in the adult beverage specials ; )
Here is a little sneak peak video of what we got marinating these days. ONLY THE FRESHEST
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About Erin
Erin Barra's sound draws from a diverse range of musical influences that creates a distinctive mix of Pop, Rock and Soul with splashes of Reggae. Heavy on the lyrical content she infuses both substance and consciousness into her songwriting with penetrating skill and a unique instrumental perspective.
Originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, Erin began her musical training on the piano bench at the tender age of 4. She has composed and performed her own music throughout her adolescence beginning with string quartets and even a fully produced Opera titled 'Illusions' that toured high schools on the West Coast through Utah Opera's education program. She solidified her training and craft with a degree in songwriting from the Berklee College of Music in Boston. While at Berklee she was discovered by legendary songwriter John Oates, of Hall and Oates and together the two penned the song 'Waiting' for Barra's first release in 2007. Over the years, Erin has had the opportunity to write and work with industry notables and Grammy award winning artists, engineers and producers.
"When I first met Erin Barra at Berklee... 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 AND OATES
After making the move to New York in 2007 Erin recorded her first album, Soul Revolutions and immediately dove into the performance circuit; having appeared on New York stages of SOB's, Solomon's Porch, The Bitter End, The Bowery Poetry Club, Rockwood Music Hall, The Canal Room and The Cutting Room. Her presence is also felt on stages throughout the North-East and Rocky Mountain Regions. Whether she is performing with her band, in trio form, or solo, her performances are simultaneously intimate and electric. Playing a Hohner Melodica as one of the cornerstones of her live set along with an infectious energy, she creates something between a rock show and a storytelling.
Erin channels the modern day wattage of Alicia Keys with the substance of Roberta Flack, inspired largely from a classic range of legendary performers such as Stevie Wonder, Bonnie Raiit, Bob Marley, Jill Scott, Michael Jackson and Hall and Oates.
The Hitters
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 : )
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