Soraia's CD Shed the Skin is now available!
*** Soraia's New 'Shed the Skin" Available Starting September 18 ***
Our CD Shed the Skin has been sent off for a new pressing. We've added 2 new songs remixed 4 others, so get your orders in today!
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Soraia is...
(from left): Travis Smith (bass guitar), Dave Justo (lead guitar), Sue Mansour (vocals, tambo), Joe Armstrong (drums) and Joe Francia (rhythm guitar)
After a year of soul-searching, sacrifice, and sweat (not to mention song rewrites and re-recordings) Soraia's new CD, Shed the Skin is finally on the scene. Can you dig it? Their new record captures the raw energy and spirit of the late 60's/early 70's. Think Cream, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin - add in a neo-taste and you got it. The band, along with producer/engineer Obie O'Brien, recorded in studios on both the East and West Coasts in search of vintage gear and instruments to recreate a very 60's approach to recording but adding their own contemporary edge. Shed the Skin captures a time often revisited by today's culture and Soraia looked to the past for a musical guiding hand: the result is a uniquely fantastic trip into an exciting electric period in rock music. As the intro to their record invites: Get on the ride!
Latest News
"Not the Woman" in Rotation on Sirius Radio's ALT NATION, Channel 21
NEWS...NEWS...NEWS: 8/11/2008
Now...wwwwwhy did we have to change that date? Well, because your Soraia friends are recording their music video for "Not the Woman" this Friday all day well into the evening and maybe even wee morning hours. We're SO excited about it! Wait'll you see it! Wait'll we film it! It's gonna be a big to do. Yes yes.
Also, we received some exciting news last week that we're able to share with you by the first week in September. We know...tease...but alas---that's the way the cookie crumbles...but we know you'll be excited right alongside us, too.
So...keep your eye on the site...and we'll be seeing you guys soon for sure...hoping to have the video edited and ready to go for you all by early September as well.
FREE New Soraia Wallpapers and Ourstage.com!
6/15/08: Here's some new stuff for you:
A bunch of you at the shows have been asking about Soraia wallpapers, so here you go! Go to our "MEDIA" section and download any size you like. And they're FREE....for now >:>p So go on and get 'em, will ya?!?
Also new in our "MEDIA" section is a little behind the scenes video look at our recording in Sine Studios...just a little horseplay. Hope you enjoy it. We've added 2 new songs to the upcoming second pressing of "Shed the Skin"...very exciting...and been in the studio, recordin' it up. We want to give you a sneak peek..so stay tuned in and check that section often in the next few weeks for video updates....
In a last itty bit of news, we started a new site on Ourstage.com
We just started putting that together, but it'll be gettin' good over the next few weeks, so check it out here: http://www.ourstage.com/fanclub/soraia
And please join! It's free and you can get sneak peeks of videos, judge new music online, and hear about the newest news and bands in the music world. You'll looooove it.
So, away we go at the beginning of the summer...the train keeps rollin', and we'll be heading out to Chicago and Indiana in late July. Help us celebrate Dave's birthday on July 17 at The Loft in Norristown, too. Late in the summer we'll be doing a live recording somewhere in fine, FINE Philadelphia. We'll let you know when that is so you can help us by adding your voice to it. Until next time!
New "Shed the Skin" Coming SOON!
New Soraia Press
In the Studio: Two New Songs Comin' Up!
We've been in the studio here and there amidst travels and local shows. We think you'll really love the stuff we're churnin' out, so just finished vocals on one, and rhythm tracks on both. Hoping to have them to you by mid-to-late May. We're performing one live now, maybe a sneak peek at the second one soon, too. We plan to keep on writing...and truckin'....Keep on Truckin'!!
We're going to be hitting the road for a short tour in late July, too, so if you know any places in Ohio or Nashville,TN-- especially if you live in any of these two places...let us know.
Keep reading our emails for news....and check for updates on Myspace and Facebook!
New Q&As
Soraia's "Shed the Skin" to be Played on the UK's "The Rock Show": Sunday, March 23, 2008!
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Soraia's Sue to Appear on New Fuse Series Starting THIS Tuesday, February 19th!
Sue's going to be interviewed on a new series on the Fuse TV network which begins airing this Tuesday, February 19th. Fuse's new series, "10 Great Reasons", is an eight part documentary that explores our appreciation for a variety of pop music subgenres, trends, and significant cultural moments. Each 30-minute episode takes an in-depth look at a given subject and assembles a compelling argument of ten great reasons why you love: hair metal, pop princesses, Garth Brooks, rock anthems, and much more. Experts, celebrities, and artists are interviewed in the series. Check local listings for times...the series runs every Tuesday at 10 PM EST. Information on the series can be found at http://fuse.tv/tv/10-great-reasons/index.php
Tune in to Fuse to hear what Sue has to say! She is appearing throughout series #7 and #8 to begin airing late March/early April.
STELLAR Review/s on The Screen Door Blog, Unrated, and Antimusic.com!!!
Soraia's "Shed the Skin" has a new review currently running on Tony Kuzminski's blog on Antimusic.com and The Screen Door:
http://www.antimusic.com/
http://the-screen-door.blogspot.com/2008/02/soraia-shed-skin-album-review.html
Here's some quotes from Tony's review...able to be found on The Screen Door's blog and Antimusic.com, a site with 3 million readers a month. Writer Anthony Kuzminski is a world-reknowned reviewer, articulate and graphic with his reviews and known for his unique and genuine style. Throughout his career, he has reviewed bands such as U2, No Doubt, Guns N' Roses, Talking Heads, and thousands more. Please go to the above links for the entire review:
"...It’s unlikely you’ll hear any album in the next year whose rock and soul architecture sounds this fresh...."
"....Soraia are not hopping on any bandwagons, they merely check vintage classic rock riffs and find a way to swathe them into a package that is intoxicating and enthralling. There is a profound depth to the lyrics which are enhanced by the layered roars of guitars that make you yearn for a time where albums and artists ruled the landscape....."
"....As Mansour belts out the title track, her voice crows with an immediate and defiant pulse which is nothing short of pulverizing. Her vocal styling’s are a throwback to the past but what’s integral is that she is well aware of the rich tradition of singers who have come before her as she reaches back further than just one decade but five decades to the inner workings of Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett before recording her dynamic, soulful and mesmerizing vocals...."
A huge thank you to Chicago-based writer/reviewer, Tony Kuzminski.
Soraia's "Shed the Skin" Reviewed in UK's "Black Velvet Magazine", Issue 55: Available Now
Black Velvet Magazine, one of the best U.K. rock magazines chock full of interviews, reviews, and new bands and music, has done a review of our new record in its latest edition out this month, Issue #55.
Visit them by going to http://www.blackvelvetmagazine.com/
There is a list on their site of where to order and/or purchase the zine, or you can purchase directly from their site using paypal.
Soraia's "Had Enough" Breaks Top 6 on Japanese Music Network: Week of January 21, 2008
Our new record "Shed the Skin" keeps getting added to new podcasts worldwide every day. We are trying to update our list below as often as we can..so do keep checking back to see the new places we're being played. We just found out today that the Hitmakers Podcast in Japan, which is also broadcast live throughout several Japanese clubs, has a Top 6 that comes out every week: "Had Enough" is Number 5 for the week of January 21, 2008! Check out their site for previous lists including artists such as Duran Duran and The Black Crowes. Take a listen!
Soraia Added to Playlist Rotation on WRSU fm College Radio
We even got a personal message that said the record made it to the "Staff Favorite's List". Now that's kewl.
SO, do your Soraia fiends a fair shake and call and request a song off it. Any one you like. Let them know you appreciate the support college radio gives emerging artists. And for Pete's sakes---listen to some damn Soraia. It does a body good.
Here's their info:
Call in your request: 732-932-8800
Listen online here: http://wrsu.rutgers.edu/index.php
Email your request: wrsu@wrsu.rutgers.edu
We will be having some giveaways on the station in the near future...and may be stopping in for a visit. Listen especially before our New York City area shows.
Soraia
Soraia Review/ Soraia Being Played on American and European Podcasts
Read our new review on Here Comes the Flood (the Netherlands)
Dalecast.co.uk (United Kingdom)
Bestradiopodcast.net (Chicago, Illinois)
Nightguyundertherock.podshow.com (Israel)
"Here Comes the Flood" (The Netherlands)
http://mothpod.podshow.com/ (Indiana)
StrafeRight (North Carolina)
Wasting Time (Illinois)
Dj Ken Stone (New Jersey)
My Pocket Player (Poland)
Bernie's World (New York)
PSM Hitmakers (Japan)
The Red Light Zone (United Kingdom)
X Pat Radio (Wisconsin)
The Dawn and Drew Show (Wisconsin)
All of the above podcasts can be found on the podsafe network: www.podsafemusicnetwork.com
New Q & A Section
Hey, everyone! We just opened a new Q & A section where you can submit questions to the band about...well, whatever you want. Head on over and ask us that burning question you have about Soraia...