"Wake Up!" is the singer-songwriters second CD. Produced by John Morand of Sound of Music Recording Studios, "Wake Up!" demonstrates Susan Greenbaums vast range, in both style and octaves. Her pop music sensibilities mer... more »ge with clever wordplay to create songs that people "get," songs that entertain in their humor, candor, and emotion. Melody is partnered with clarity in Greenbaums tunes, and her voice sings the stories with genuine energy and power. She uses intensity, strength, and sometimes volume to tell her truths, in styles ranging from infectious pop/rock and sexy funk to swing jazz and folk with a country tinge. "Dead End Called Main Street," one of the songs on the new cd, finished in the top five of the 1998 John Lennon Songwriting Contest folk category.« less
"Wake Up!" is the singer-songwriters second CD. Produced by John Morand of Sound of Music Recording Studios, "Wake Up!" demonstrates Susan Greenbaums vast range, in both style and octaves. Her pop music sensibilities merge with clever wordplay to create songs that people "get," songs that entertain in their humor, candor, and emotion. Melody is partnered with clarity in Greenbaums tunes, and her voice sings the stories with genuine energy and power. She uses intensity, strength, and sometimes volume to tell her truths, in styles ranging from infectious pop/rock and sexy funk to swing jazz and folk with a country tinge. "Dead End Called Main Street," one of the songs on the new cd, finished in the top five of the 1998 John Lennon Songwriting Contest folk category.
"I saw this on the internet and played the mp3s. They were greet. So I decided to buy it. I am so glad I did. I love this CD. I play iy over and over again. It is one of my favorites. She reminds me of Bonnie Rait and Sheryl Crow combined. It is the best new CD by a new artist out today."
Wake Up! is a real treasure
Sally Bookman | 12/20/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Susan Greenbaum's new CD is an exquisite tapestry of songs, emotions, and life. With a liquid and pure, clear voice that is remarkable in its range of styles and colors, her songs are rendered with the confident maturity that she has something to say from her artist's heart and can say it well. If the world will take time to listen, it will not be disappointed; nor will it be left unchanged. Susan Greenbaum's creative fire burns brighter, hotter, and purer than any other artist I've lately encountered. Her music has a rare texture that brings something new to the ear with each listening, and a familiarity that pulls the listener in time and again. Her songs tell stories with ease and grace, and all have quickly become favorites. It is a worthy followup to her first CD (also highly recommended). I for one sincerely hope that there is more to come from this talented lady."
Susan Greenbaum is a Powerhouse!
Victoria Marinelli | Richmond, VA | 07/01/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Everything you've heard is true! I've seen Susan perform live and I've bought the CD. I was knocked out by her range (octaves and genres!), passion and talent. In time Susan should be recognized as the peer of artists & bands like the Indigo Girls, Sheryl Crow, and Bonnie Raitt."
Wake Up! Susan Greenbaum
Rick Fulton | 12/09/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Fantastic CD! Much like Lyle Lovett, Greenbaum covers a wide range of styles, from folk to gospel to country to pop. Strong vocals, musically interesting arrangements, and smart lyrics. Listening to Greenbaum, you get the sense that, unlike many pop stars, she has led a real life and has something to say."