Selena Garcia: Press

MATERIAL:
Selena Garcia's music is a blend of hip arrangements and imaginative lyrics that gets your attention and hooks your ear. Evoking style, charm, originality plus creating mini-genres all her own, this performer exhibits a little bit of everything, each song defining it's own territory. Her music is upbeat, captivating, addictive and can take a listener's mind in a fresh direction.

MUSICIANSHIP:
Penetrating to your inner ear, Garcia's voice awakens forgotten senses while driving your interest skyward. She is backed by to distinctive players on the keys, Drew Lawrence and Dave Yaden, who trade off in an amazing display of uncanny musicianship and nimble fingers at their best. A more than honorable mention goes to Nick Bearden (Guitar), who complements the entire ensemble as he gives his axe a lesson or two. Shiben Bhattacharya (bass) and Andy Sanesi (drums) round out this group with their unflappable beats and rhythms, pressing forward and keeping it clean.

PERFORMANCE:
Garcia's vehemence echoed throughout the Hotel Cafe just as her music lingered in the air long after she made her exit. She seemed to almost casually stroll across the stage, as comfortable in her shoes as anyone on a Sunday morning wearing their favorite slippers. The entire band's cohesion was palpable, projecting an inner strength that helped the players stretch their limits musically and energetically.

SUMMARY:
Selena Garcia's music takes over where others come up short, touching upon multiple styles that include pop, rock and blues doused with soul, jazz and even funk. This is a performer whose voice and music have the ability to charm even the most hardened of critics and send others for their pens and paper.

“Best Song of The Month” - WINNER! (“100 Pictures”)

“This girl is amazing! As pop princesses go she may be the most down to earth, real girl… she has one of the most original, radio ready voices I’ve heard in a long time. She favors Sara Bareilles, with an Amy Winehouse flare that really hooks you in and keeps you wanting more. Her tunes are sweet, but not too sugary and she seems completely organic and comfortable on stage... about three songs in, people started to flow into the venue, inquiring about her set and watching intently. Highlights of her set include the performance of “Don’t Worry It’s Not Love,” the title track off her new EP, which just hit streets in December. It reminds me of Sara Bareilles’ “Come Round Soon” with heavy moody keys and a bass line that will have you tapping your toes right away. She finished her set with a song titled “Highway,” laced with bluesy inflections and driven by delicate keys.
There’s absolutely nothing negative I can say about Selena. Her voice is magnificent, and her set brought a much-needed energy to Paradise. “

Selena Garcia is a powerhouse in today’s up-and-coming pop scene. Her powerful vocals and sassy persona are a perfect fit for her sultry pop/rock tunes. Selena has everything it takes to be a superstar, and she is already well on her way to becoming one.

SELENA GARCIA: Sincere, honest, wide-reaching performer with a commercial sound that is not restricted to any genre.

PLAYERS: Selena Garcia, guitar and vocals; Todd Washington, guitar and backup vocals; Aaron Schwoerer, bass; Demian Arriaga, drums; Drew Lawrence, keys

MATERIAL: Presenting themes of peace, forgiveness, compromise and love, Selena Garcia uses a myriad of musical styles to convey her messages. With a very commercial sound that is diverse enough for multiple musical formats, Garcia melds rock, pop, R&B and smooth jazz into a listening experience that totally delivers.

MUSICIANSHIP: Overall, Garcia’s band is a tight unit that creates a wall of sound for her strong, meaty vocals. Washington and Lawrence are consistently strong with moments of sheer brilliance. Lawrence especially shines on “Another Day.”

PERFORMANCE: With powerful vocals Garcia grabbed the room by the throat and took everyone on a musical voyage." ...her sincerity and honesty made believers of the audience...delivering her material strongly and emotionally. The set had a dynamic structure, especially “Another Day,” a jewel of a song with strong piano and bass followed by impressive guitar riffs.

SUMMARY: Combining tall good looks with a voice that delivers, Selena Garcia is a singer who is not restricted to any particular style or genre. Her material could be appropriate for multiple formats and even placements.
—Bob Leggett

Selena Garcia’s sound is music for many occasions! With a sound ranging from a very soulful and heart felt to a more intricate and jazz feel. From there, her sound can travel into more of a melodic rock feel, blues and even a funk sound. Diverse is the word when you think of Selena Garcia. No matter what mood you are in, it seems Selena has something for you; something enjoyable!

Selena is a very talented singer and songwriter, but when coupled with the equally talented musicians she chooses to work with, it brings out the perfection in the music they make together. With her influences ranging from the legendary Etta James and Eva Cassidy to the likes of Fiona Apple, you instantly come to the conclusion that her music MUST be great! She has big shoes to fill with such influences, but Selena is a very hard worker and puts her all into her music and performance; a make of a professional.

Selena Garcia - "Hot 100 Unsigned Artists" - 2006