Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow

About Me

Kim Koren began performing at the tender age of four, sitting on her father's knee and singing while he strummed his banjo. From that moment on, she knew that music would be the driving force in her life. When she turned 19, her dad bought her a Yamaha acoustic guitar for Christmas, and she taught herself to play by writing her own songs. Born and raised in Dundas, Ontario, Kim has a burning desire to see the world, and a passion for meeting people. Her music is described as a blend of country, rock, and blues.Live performances are Kimâ€™s strength. They are full of energy and enthusiasm, and reveal her need to connect with the audience. Lyrically, her songs speak of love, loss, truth, and the things that make her happy. The demand for Kim's well-written songs and beautiful voice have led to her performing across southern Ontario for the past 10 years. Her new cd, â€œSun Went Downâ€, was released May 16th, 2007 at The Casbah in Hamilton.In June, Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow showcased at the Dakota Tavern as part of NXNE, before flying to London, England to begin a three week long promotional tour. Shows were played in London, France, Slovenia and Croatia, and Kim has been receiving airplay on the Slovenian radio station Capris. Upon her return, Kim showcased her sophomore cd on the main stage at the Festival of Friends. In August, Kim recorded "Light In The Window" for December Songs, a Design Hope project for Out Of The Cold. The cd is was released Oct. 20th at the Westside Concert Theatre, and features some of the best writers in the Hamilton area.This year for the Hamilton Music Awards, Kim has been nominated in three categories. They are Female Artist of the Year, Alternative Country Recording of the Year, and Female Vocalist of the Year. As part of the festival, she will be performing at The Corktown Tavern on Nov. 16th at 10pm."Korenâ€™s voice suffuses this country-but-not-so-country blues-rock with a rare soulfulness. Every track has something going for it, be it a strong lyric, a driving rhythm, a memorable melodic hitch, or plaintive guitars. And Koren sings it all with seasoned charm and conviction. The whole package is a welcome local surprise from a Hamilton singer who deserves much play. Never Said Goodbye, I Love, and Melbourne Jam are highlights". Jeff Mahoney of The Spectator"So why do people go out and buy Carrie Underwood records when they can listen to people like Kim Koren in their own back yard? This Dundas-born country rocker has a voice that could melt butter. She writes with Stevie Nicksâ€™ power, and her band, Punchbuggy Yellow, kicks butt!". Graham Rockingham of The Spectator.. CDBABY LINK for KIM KOREN: Sun Went Down --

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Member Since: 8/28/2006
Band Website: kimkoren.com
Band Members: Kim Koren-vocals, acoustic guitar Frank Koren-electric lead guitar Mark McIntyre-bass Craig Lapsley-drums Colin Lapsley-B3
Influences: Elvis Presley, Beatles, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, The Monkees, Simon and Garfunkel, John Cougar Mellancamp, Tori Amos (first album), Kiss, Aerosmith, Black Crows, Melissa Ethridge, Sarah McLachlan, The Doors, Jann Arden, CSNY, Pearl Jam (first album only), Eric Clapton, Bryan Adams, U2, Toad The Wet Sprocket, Barenaked Ladies, Colin James, The Police, Sting, Sheryl Crow, Sarah Harmer.People I know that have influenced me in one way or another; Mike Trebilcock and the Killjoys, Tom Wilson, Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, Tomi Swick, All Good Children, Adam Ostrosser, Harrison Kennedy, Sue Foley, Kathleen Edwards
Sounds Like: "So why do people go out and buy Carrie Underwood records when they can listen to people like Kim Koren in their own back yard? This Dundas-born country rocker has a voice that could melt butter. She writes with Stevie Nicks' power, and her band, Punchbuggy Yellow, led by husband/guitarist Frank Koren, kicks butt!" Graham Rockingham, Hamilton Spectator.Kim Koren, Sun Went Down review. Jeff Mahoney, Hamilton Spectator GOKorenâ€™s voice suffuses this country-but-not-so-country blues-rock with a rare soulfulness. Every track has something going for it, be it a strong lyric, a driving rhythm, a memorable melodic hitch, or plaintive guitars. And Koren sings it all with seasoned charm and conviction. The whole package is a welcome local surprise from a Hamilton singer who deserves much play. Never Said Goodbye, I Love, and Melbourne Jam are highlights.

Record Label: Two Swallows
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Year Of The Cat

A Huge thank you to everyone that attended and participated in "Year Of The Cat", my SPCA fundraiser at Pepper Jack Cafe on March 31st. It was a very successful night. The list of performers was amazi...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Wed, 02 Apr 2008 08:57:00 PST

my trip New York City

New York City, for anyone who's never been, it INCREDIBLE! Frank and I drove down on Friday, Feb. 22nd because our flight was cancelled due to snow. So after mapping out our route via...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Mon, 25 Feb 2008 03:16:00 PST

original shows

I want to let people know that all the shows I have booked will be playing my own songs from my first, second, and upcoming third album. With the exception of my open mic when it's a quiet night, and ...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Sat, 26 Jan 2008 08:42:00 PST

what Ive learned

2007 was a great year!!! I travelled through Europe with my family, played music there, and met MORE family members for the first time. We made a lot of new friends, and got to visit some very special...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Fri, 04 Jan 2008 12:37:00 PST

friends

I just had a quick note to anyone who is wondering why I don't have a billion friends on MySpace. It's because I only make or accept friends that I know to some degree. Anyone can have five thou...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Sat, 22 Dec 2007 07:54:00 PST

Hamilton Music Awards

Cheers to a very successful and exciting weekend here in the Hammer. Lots of great music, and to all the volunteers and organizers, a big thank you!! I personally got to meet some real true folks, and...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 04:03:00 PST

Hamilton Music Awards

WOW!!! Three nominations for Sun Went Down. I am very pleased!!! This will be my 5th year performing as part of the HMA festival. Last year I was thrilled to share the stage with Famous Framus, Tim Gi...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Tue, 06 Nov 2007 11:48:00 PST

where I’ve been

Maybe some of you are wondering what I've been up to these days. Since my return from a three week trip through Europe, I've been doing some "cleaning". I knew that after living out of a backpac...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Fri, 14 Sep 2007 04:02:00 PST

backpacking through Europe

Well, I have just spent 3 weeks travelling through 7 countries with Frank and our 2 children (ages 12 and 10). To describe the trip in a nutshell...London is astounding, full of historical build...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Thu, 09 Aug 2007 05:31:00 PST

hummus recipe

for everyone who came to visit Frank and I at the Holiday Inn registration area at NXNE this weekend, and tasted the DELICIOUS hummus, here is the recipe!! (we use all organic ingredients, but regular...
Posted by Kim Koren and Punchbuggy Yellow on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 06:09:00 PST