Contemporary folk-pop singer-songwriter Sloan Wainwright – youngest sister to folk-music luminary Loudon Wainwright III and aunt to Rufus and Martha Wainwright – has just released her newest CD 'Rediscovery'.
This new work from the artist is a collection of hand picked cover tunes, a musical rediscovery of, and reconnection to, ten songs that have inspired and influenced her deeply.
Stand out tracks include the fan-favorite 'Ring of Fire', a poignant version of John Lennon's 'Love' and a stark and soulful interpretation of Neil Young's 'After The Gold Rush'.
On Stage Sloan brings her rich contralto, her trusted musical collaborator and guitar-player Stephen Murphy and percussionist Cadence Carroll to listening rooms and festivals around the country. The evening features live performances from Rediscovery as well as both updated and classic versions of her self-penned songs culled from an impressive, and critically acclaimed, discography.
Audience members often describe her personal appearances as forceful and uplifting. Defying standard categorization, singer/songwriter Sloan Wainwright consistently demonstrates her easy command of a variety of American musical styles: pop, folk, jazz and blues, held together by the melodious tone of her powerful voice. The musical end result is a unique and soulful hybrid.
"...Sloan Wainwright, whose regal voice could fell a redwood....†The Boston Globe
"...one of those singers whose performance is a force of nature." Sing Out Magazine
“… earth mother voice that she pours into unexpectedly sensitive blends of folk, jazz, blues and funk." The New York Times
