Sangsuree

Since the age of thirteen, when she first learned how to play the guitar, the gutsy singer-songwriter Sangsuree has been composing and performing songs to captive and enamored audiences all along the west coast. It began with impromptu performances in her middle school locker room but eventually brought her onstage to local festivals such as MusicfestNW, Folklife and the Willamette Valley Folk Festival. Her melodies are fresh, her lyrics intelligent and her soulful voice can move from fierce to tender in a brief moment. Her theater background and a passion for telling the truth color her live performances, which are always sexy, powerful and humorous. Onstage, she has been honored to play alongside musicians such as Styx, Alix Olson, Chris Pureka, Toshi Reagon and Michael Glabicki (of Rusted Root). Another highlight of her career was starring in the indie feature film “Down and Out With the Dolls” where she acted alongside Lemmy Kilmister (of Motorhead) and Canada’s triphop artist Kinnie Starr. Check out the film's website: www.dolls-themovie.comBorn and raised in Portland, Sangsuree believes in the power of art to make positive social change and is a champion for supporting local, sustainable and thriving communities. She has volunteered at Portland’s Rock ‘N Roll Camp for Girls, taught songwriting classes for youth, frequently plays at Portland area farmer’s markets and understands the value of supporting local talent. Her debut album “So Much Has Bloomed”, recorded at Portland’s Mississippi Studios, is available for purchase online at www.cdbaby.com and at her live performances. For the next few months, she will be focusing on an exciting new project. She is starring in the independent feature film "Ruby by The River" which will showcase both her acting and musical talents. More details and photos at www.rubybytheriver.com