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Leanne Paris

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About Me

Putting a respectful modern edge onto a classy and classic soul sound that soars between fresh, fun and funky, and passionately heart-melting, Sydney-based singer/songwriter Lea Paris is rapidly staking her claim as one of this country’s leading musical lights.Sassy, sultry and smooth, with an unrivalled groove to everything she points her Fender Rhodes piano at, Lea’s self-titled debut EP refines her impeccable live reputation, but it’s only the tip of an impressive iceberg for what this genuine talent has to offer.Backed by a tight nine-piece band, the in-demand performer can lead the charge through a thrilling range of styles – proving her undeniable chops on anything from smoky, emotional ballads and gritty blues to upbeat acid jazz and captivating funk workouts, all enhanced by an innate sense of melody and world-class delivery.With a uniquely individual feel and a versatile voice that drifts and ducks like a summer cloud before backing up Leanne’s musical bark with a raspy bite, the soul queen recalls the true musical greats without ever falling into blind, Idol-esque imitation.Her inspiration may lay with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Norah Jones, Jimmy Smith, Dr John and the Brand New Heavies, but Lea Paris is boldly forging her own musical path. And it’s a path that’s a joy to walk down. Layout Provided By CodeMyLayout.com - Myspace Layouts

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Member Since: 7/14/2006
Band Website: leanneparis.com
Band Members: LEA PARIS - Lead Vocals, Fender Rhodes Piano NATHAN FARRELL - Bass Guitar/BV DAMIAN MacLENNAN - Guitar GRANT GERATHY - Drums/BV MISS DONNE - Backing Vocals CHARLOTTE CRAIB - Backing Vocals JERRY CRAIB - Hammond/Clav/BV LEE HARDISTY - Tenor Sax DAVE WEIR - Tenor Sax MATT HANDEL - Alto SaxLeanne Paris Soul revue + special guest Robert Susz
RECORDED 26th July @ the MAC - SYDNEY "leanne Paris Soul Revue" +special Guests Robert SUszLEANNE PARIS BAND - WORDS ARE FADING - LIVE AT THE BASEMENT LEANNE PARIS BAND - DREAM IT - LIVE AT THE BASEMENT
Influences: JILL SCOTT, JON CLEARY, RAY CHARLES, STEVIE WONDER, JAMIROQUAI, FINLEY QUAY, ELTON JOHN, DR. JOHN, DIRECTIONS IN GROOVE (D.I.G), NIKKA COSTA, ELLA FITZGERALD, BRAND NEW HEAVIES.......
Sounds Like: Lea Paris
Record Label: Independent
Type of Label: None

My Blog

CONTACTING LEANNE PARIS

Hi if you wish to contact leanne paris for bookings, cd's or general information please contact via this email address [email protected]
Posted by Leanne Paris on Sun, 28 Sep 2008 07:30:00 PST

Check out this video: Leanne Paris Soul revue + special guest Robert Susz

RECORDED ON A DODGY MOBILE PHONE VIDEO but none the less it captures if not the audio but the Vibe... and that's what really counts!!Check out this video: Leanne Paris Soul revue + special guest Rober...
Posted by Leanne Paris on Fri, 01 Aug 2008 01:17:00 PST

liVE at the BASEMENT CD NOW AVAILABLE

Hey there fine friends of Myspace land!!Just letting you all know that I have just received a new shipment of my "live at the basement" CD recorded 2007 after the recent sell out at Darling Harbour Ja...
Posted by Leanne Paris on Fri, 01 Aug 2008 12:43:00 PST

Sydney’s Sisters of Soul *** 10th FEB 2008 *** ITS MY BIRTHDAY ALSO!

Hey all, I am inviting you to enjoy a night with Miss Donne and Myself on Sunday the 10th Feb at the VANGUARD Newtown its also my birthday! It will be my 1st show in Australia after returning from a ...
Posted by Leanne Paris on Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:14:00 PST

LEANNE PARIS BAND + RAY BEADLE VANGUARD 14th JULY

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Posted by Leanne Paris on Wed, 13 Jun 2007 08:21:00 PST

BASEMENT SHOW A SELLOUT!!

  Soul Sessions Live  @ The BASEMENT a Sell-Out This was my Debut appearance at the Basement throwing out my original tunes.. Yes I have played there before but up the back as a just a keybo...
Posted by Leanne Paris on Tue, 08 May 2007 05:34:00 PST