I received an email to TVD HQ a little while back which read something to the effect of "we hear you've blogged about Minnie Ripperton's "Loving You" and that you're a fan. Please check out our artist's rendition, etc., etc..."I was sort of scratching my head, really. I mean, I guess I included "Loving You" among some '70's posts, but a fan? That seemed strong. But more worrisome was the notion of someone covering that song with its myriad of octaves. First, that person would have to have an incredible range, and even IF that was the case, that tune could easily tumble right into the schmaltz category...and not in a good way. But I clicked the link anyway.
And was pretty blown away:
For a week when we're discussing the hit or miss (ok, largely miss) nature of the music industry these days and the artists and bands foisted upon us, along comes Minnie as a reminder of genuine, non-Protool talent. And none too soon, as well...
"Hey Everybody! I'm Minnie Murphy and I'm so excited to be a featured artist on The Vinyl District this week! My first single, "Take Me To Texas Tonight" is being released to radio right now and I don't know what to expect next. I'm very proud of the work and I really hope that people like it. It's taken me awhile to get this far but this song has stood strong for 8 years now and I'm just so excited for the world to finally hear it. Check out more of my music at myspace.com/minniemurphy. Thanks so much for listening."
xo,
Minnie
Minnie Murphy - Unstoppable (Mp3)
Minnie Murphy - You Can't Change A Man (Mp3)
2 comments:
What an AMAZING voice...
I have loved everything I have heard Minnie Murphy sing, she has such an amzing voice! You have to chedck out her YouTube page and her cover of Minnie Ripperton's "Lovin You" she hits that insanely high note and OMG!
Of course she comes from great stock, her sister is another amazing vocalist and songwriter, Jamie O'Neal!
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