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Sharon Paquette

"It is our work that creates the market." JCameron

About Me


Combining haunting melodies reminiscent of Evanescence and the grittiness of blues singer-songwriter Joss Stone, Sharon Paquette showcases a voice that exhibits rich tonal confidence. Her fresh and honest lyrics cut the soul and breathe new life into relevant themes of hope and perseverance. Having grown up in Windsor, Ontario, across the motor-city Detroit, Sharon’s environment inspired her to dream big, yet her songs carry a down-to-earth sexiness of an ‘everywoman’.
Unlike many singers, Sharon has studied voice, classical singing, music theory, and composition at the University of Windsor. Having sung both opera and gospel, Sharon truly has a comprehensive understanding of what good music sounds like. For 10 years she taught this skill as a music teacher privately and at the Durham District School Board in Ontario, focusing on instrumental music, voice, and songwriting. She also taught many song-writing workshops through the S.A.S.S. organization, co-founded by Dale Russell of the Guess Who (“American Woman”).
Education, however, was not her only passion. In 2007, Sharon put together her first demo, which features the heartfelt “Your Girl” and the heart wrenching “I’m Afraid”. Recorded at the acclaimed Armoury Recording Studios, operated by producer Bruce Fairburn’s family in Vancouver, B.C. Working alongside Don McLeod (producer, co-writer), Murray Atkinson (guitar) and Tobi Duquette (drums) the demo showcases her mature vocal abilities and the alluring sincerity in her lyrics. The full-length album, is slated for a 2008 release.
Contact: [email protected] www.sharonpaquette.com
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Member Since: 9/16/2007
Band Website: sharonpaquette.com
Band Members: Vocals and Keyboard: Sharon Paquette
Backup Vocals/Violin/Keys: Zandra Zupan
Percussion: Justin Truitt
Sound Recording
Vocals: Sharon Paquette | Guitar: Murray Atkinson | Drums: Tobi Duquette Bass: Murray Atkinson | Piano: Sharon Paquette | Written by: Sharon Paquette, Don McLeod | Co-Writer "Good Things Are Gonna Happen": Andrew Mallat | Produced by: Don McLeod | Engineer: Rob Stefanson | Assistant Engineer: Jared Nestbin | Recorded at: Armoury Recording Studios | Photography : Levi Ellyson | Graphic Specialist: Justin Bollman | Hair and Makeup: Kelly Burton-Gilmore | Publicist: Susan Gutowski | Graphic Designer: Joe Rock | Keyboard provided by: Chris Kortum| Lighting : Craig Caserta
Influences: U2 | Lauryn Hill | John Mayer | Alanis Morrissette | Coldplay| Sheryl Crow | The Beatles | The Eagles | Boys 2 Men | Jack Johnson | Ben Harper | Nina Simone |Lenny Kravitz | Pearl Jam| Norah Jones | Ella Fitzgerald | Usher | Dixie Chicks| Cindy Lauper | Shakira | Avril Lavigne | Joss Stone | Etta James | Evanescence | KT Tunstall | Jann Arden | Jimi Hendrix | Babyface | Eric Clapton | Bonnie Rait | Kelly Clarkson | Sarah McLachlan | Rob Thomas | Santana | Gwen Stefani |
Sounds Like: Joss Stone / Sheryl Crow / Evanescence / Alternative-Country / Alt-Country /


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My Blog

Acoustic Soul DVD Shoot!

Hosted By: Acoustic Soul When: Thursday Jul 10, 2008 at 6:30 PMWhere: Aruba Lounge at the Aruba Hotel1215 S. Las Vegas Blvd.Las Vegas, Nevada|29 89104United StatesDescription:Acoustic Soul Click Here...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:46:00 PST

Acoustic Souls’ 2 YEAR Anniversary Party

Hosted By: Acoustic Soul When: Saturday Jun 28, 2008 at 9:00 PMWhere: The Auld Dubliner1605 Lake Las Vegas PkwyHenderson, Nevada|29 89011United StatesDescription:Acoustic Soul Click Here To View Even...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Sat, 28 Jun 2008 03:34:00 PST

June 26th Ovation at Green Valley Ranch Resort

Hosted By: Green Valley RanchWhen: Thursday Jun 26, 2008 at 8:00 PMWhere: Ovation at Green Valley Ranch Resort2300 Paseo Verde Parkway Henderson, Nevada|29 89052United StatesDescription:Green Valley R...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:28:00 PST

Grand Opening Cocktail Party for CineVegas June 12th 4-6pm

Hosted By: CineVegasWhen: Thursday Jun 12, 2008 at 4:00 PMWhere: The Palms Casino Resort Key West Ballroom4321 West Flamingo RoadLas Vegas, Nevada|29 89103United StatesDescription:CineVegas Click Here...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Mon, 09 Jun 2008 09:34:00 PST

Jeremy Cornwell/Sharon Paquette at the Hard Rock

Hosted By: Hard Rock HotelWhen: Saturday May 17, 2008 at 10:00 PMWhere: Hard Rock Hotel AGO's Poolside4455 Paradise Road Las Vegas, Nevada|29 89109United StatesDescription:Hard Rock Hotel Click Here T...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Sun, 18 May 2008 07:15:00 PST

Every Friday and Saturday Jeremy Cornwell / Sharon Paquette at the Hard Rock

Hosted By: Sharon Paquette When: Friday May 16, 2008 at 10:00 PMWhere: Hard Rock Hotel4455 ParadiseLas Vegas, NV 89109United StatesDescription:Sharon Paquette Click Here To View Event...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Mon, 12 May 2008 12:51:00 PST

May 8th - Sharon Paquette at Acoustic Strip

Hosted By: Michael SoliWhen: Thursday May 08, 2008 at 8:45 PMWhere: House of Blues Courtyard inside Mandalay Bay3950 Las Vegas Blvd. SouthLas Vegas, NV 89119United StatesDescription:Michael Soli Click...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Sat, 03 May 2008 07:54:00 PST

My Birthday, My Beautiful Friends!

Wow, I had such a great time last night! I am so overjoyed that my birthday party included performances by Hal Savar (of Acoustic Soul) , Josh Clouse (of Gone 4 Good), Jeremy Cornwell joined by Brothe...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:13:00 PST

"Still Your Girl" now on youtube!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQ_oamMoOPY Sharon Paquette's video "Still Your Girl" is now on youtube!...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Sun, 13 Apr 2008 03:45:00 PST

RESODENCE April 14th 8:30 - Midnight

Hosted By: Sharon PaquetteWhen: Apr 14, 2008 8:30 PMWhere: Thunderbird Lounge at the Aruba Hotel1215 S. Las Vegas Blvd.Las Vegas, Nevada|29 89104United StatesDescription:Sharon Paquette Click Here To ...
Posted by Sharon Paquette on Sun, 06 Apr 2008 11:22:00 PST