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Thursday
Apr182013

50% off entry coupon for WitZend Show

Joanna Borromeo and her trio are performing at WitZend Live from 8PM to 8:45pm.  Dowload (right-click on image) and print this coupon to receive a 50% off discount at the door!

Tuesday
Apr162013

Joanna Borromeo opening for Mike Phillips at Yoshi's San Francisco

Quick update about the April 17th show in San Francisco - Joanna Borromeo will no longer be performing in the Lounge of Yoshi's SF but will now be playing a 30-minute set in the main room, opening for Hidden Beach Recording Artist and smooth jazz saxophonist, Mike Phillips!

Tickets can be purchased online ($22) or at the door ($25).  For students, show your student card and get a 50% discount off the ticket price.

Buy tickets here: http://www.yoshis.com/sanfrancisco/livemusic/artist/show/3442

Joanna will be selling merch at the show as well.  Make sure to get a copy of her new album, Kaleidoscope!  Her previous EP, Through the Dark will also be available.

Monday
Apr082013

Toronto Jazz Festival Show Announcement

Great news! Joanna Borromeo will be performing at the 2013 Toronto Jazz Festival on June 26th with Adrian Bent on drums (Drake) and Roger Williams on bass (Glenn Lewis, Jully Black).

Venue: The Painted Lady
Address: 218 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 2Z9
Date: June 26th
Time: 8PM to 10PM
Cover: $10 

Monday
Apr082013

Splinters & Candy Album Review

Excerpt from Splintersandcandy.com:

"Kaleidoscope will grab your attention from start to finish. “Move Mountains” announces the record with Borromeo’s dynamic voice, funky bass, a tight horn section and heavy rhodes. “No One Like You” and “Outside” contrast with slow, organic grooves that develop into beautiful arrangements. Joanna Borromeo’s attention to detail is evident in her terrific horn and string arrangements which can be soft and subtle or tough and gritty. “Your Shoes” hits with all the punch of classic soul sides while “Even If” has a mysterious flavor with a haunting rhodes, piano combination that gives way to a powerful chorus. “For Me” features the irresistibly funky approach of this band that gets firing on all cylinders with a tune reminiscent of Incognito’s classic acid jazz sound. “Train Ride” is a slice of heartache which crescendo’s into one of Borromeo’s most moving vocal performances. “Good Times in Love” has a gospel feel with inspirational piano that leads into a fine string and horn arrangement which closes the record. Or does it? The final treat “Wide-eyed and in Your Arms” will take you by surprise the way a bonus track should. Crackling vinyl noise grows into a pulsing electronic mix of piano, bass and ambient guitar with a chugging beat."

Saturday
Apr062013

"Outside" featured in The Mixologist: Keyknow playlist at SoulBounce.com

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Tastemaker blog for soul music, SoulBounce.com puts forth their latest playlist, curated by Keyknow on April 5th.  Included in the playlist is Joanna's single, Outside, from her recent album, Kaleidoscope.

Toni Braxton - The Art Of Love
Michael L. - Colors
Marcell Russell - Speak To Your Body
Chanj - Say Yes
Christina Aguilera - Sex For Breakfast
Avant - Body Police
Teisha Marie - Desire (The Hidden Places)
KING - In The Meantime
Kissi B - Hooked
Nia Andrews - Notes On A History
Boney James feat. Raheem DeVaughn - Maker Of Love
Joanna Borromeo - Outside
David P. Stevens feat. Carol Riddick - Your Embrace
Philip Owusu - Goodnight
Steve Miggedy Maestro - I'll Be Leavin'

Thursday
Mar282013

SoulNRnB's Street Sounds Session 103 (featuring Joanna Borromeo)

Here's a solid mix of soul music (with a touch of hip hop) that is currently being produced that Joanna would like to share with her fans.  

Included in the playlist are great artists such as:
Philip Owusu
Hazel
Joe
Redman feat. Method Man

and new artists on the scene:
Joanna Borromeo
Kissy B
AB
I Cid

...plus more!  Download the playlist by visiting SoulNRnB online.

Tuesday
Mar262013

New album, Kaleidoscope, out TODAY!

Joanna Borromeo's sophomore release, Kaleidoscope, which is quickly gaining recognition among choice soul and R&B blogs across the US, is officially out today.  

Of the new record, BamaLoveSoul.com says this:

"From front to back the album is a great listen. It features excellent instrumentation that gives the entire album a living breathing feeling.Borromeo’s experience as a pianist certainly makes the album more personal and intimate. I liken the experience to sitting front row at a live show. The tracks are laced with earthy tantalizing vocals."

Purchase Kaleidoscope at Bandcamp and iTunes.

Bandcamp: http://www.joannaborromeo.bandcamp.com/
iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/album/kaleidoscope/id610173216

For a limited time only, fans can get a signed physical copy of Kaleidoscope and a digital download by supporting Joanna's Tour Fund: http://www.kapipal.com/new-album-first-tour

 

Monday
Mar252013

The Next 2 Shine: Watch List features Joanna Borromeo

excerpt from blog.thenext2shine.com:

"As a sneak-preview to this week's release, Joanna posted this footage of "Train Ride" — a superb ballad which highlights her impressive vocal prowess as well as the strength of her live show — to her online fan base. "Kaleidoscope" (listen below) is a consistently remarkable blend of Pop, Soul and Jazz. Each song is masterfully crafted and produced, making "Kaleidoscope" a contender for one of the best independent Soul releases of the year."

Read more: http://blog.thenext2shine.com/watch-list-joanna-borromeo-train-ride#ixzz2PtIHTGh3

Friday
Mar152013

Joanna Borromeo Move Mountains Tour for "Kaleidoscope" Album Release

April 12 - Stockton, CA, USA
Weber Point Event Center - 5PM - FREE
(guest artist for Reclaim Concert: Something Beautiful for the City of Stockton) 

April 16 - San Jose, CA, USA
South First Street Billiards - 8PM - $7

April 17 - San Francisco, CA, USA
Yoshi's SF Lounge - 6:30PM - FREE 

April 19 - Venice, CA, USA
WitZend Live - 8PM - $10 

April 20 - Sparks, NV, USA
John Ascuaga's The Nugget Casino - 9PM - $15
(opening for Mark Sexton Band)

April 30 - Calgary, AB, Canada
The Ironwood Stage and Grill - 8PM - $12
(with guests Jocelyn & Lisa) 

May 3 - Edmonton, AB, Canada
The Artery - 9:30PM - $10
(with Nuela Charles)

May 4 - Red Deer, AB, Canada
Velvet Olive - 8:30PM - FREE 

 

Thursday
Mar072013

Charts for the week ending on March 5th, 2013

Special message from Joanna:

After discovering that I hit #9 on the National Jazz Chart, I decided to do a bit of research to see what other charts I was hitting this week.  Looks like I've been getting more radio play than I realized!  Awesome!  Thank-you again to ALL of my music supporters.  You are the best.

-Joanna

# 1 on the Jazz Charts at CKXU in Lethbridge, AB

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#4 on the CFBX Jazz Charts in Kamloops, BC

Click to view on website#8 on the Top 30 Charts at CHLY in Nanaimo, BC

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Also at CXKU in Lethbridge - #25 on the Top 30 Charts

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