Loretta Hagen
Loretta Hagen
West Milford, NJ
United States
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Acoustic Live In NYC Magazine
Loretta Hagen June Feature Cover Story
Richard Cuccaro editor of Acoustic Live in NYC Magazine has written a beautiful, poignant story about the musical life of NJ singer/songwriter Loretta Hagen.
The June issue cover story traces Loretta's early beginings as a musician, her time in Nashville, the performers she has shared the stage with, and her advocacy for her Mom who suffers Alzheimer's disease and how she has brought the disease to attention through her music.
Richard Cuccaro brilliantly brings Loretta's poignant story to life, and gives you a glimpse into the heart and courage of this talented musician.
http://www.acousticlive.com/acoustic_live/June_2010.html
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Thank you to Paul Ruth of The Independent Music Scene Loretta Hagen Singer Songwriter Find
http://www.theindependentmusicscene.com/2010/06/loretta-hagen-singersongwriter-find.html
Thank you to Rich & Laura Lynch of Soundpress.net for the wonderful article!
http://www.soundpress.net/files-feature-articles/fa-2010-06-30-loretta-hagen.php
Story:
Alzheimer’s movie showcases songwriter’s heart
Premier of ‘10 Mountains 10 Years' at Connecticut Film Festival
West Milford — The very best work from a singer/songwriter comes from the heart. Music with meaning.
For more of this story, click on or type the URL below:
http://www.strausnews.com/articles/2010/05/13/new_jersey/arts_and_entertainment/28.txt
New York Times “her music blends a good mix of Americana genres, including folk, country, rock and blues”
“Loretta has a rich voice and her songs were insightful. The title track from her album Sundown Till Dawn was personal and poignant and was written for her mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Another tune was a call to compassion and "Mirror, Mirror" was a wistful song reflecting on life and moments in time.” Rich and Laura Lynch SoundPress.nethttp://www.kweevak.com/files
The Sunday Record “….talented, dusky-voiced Loretta Hagen…”
“Loretta Hagen isn't all country, all rock or all blues. She falls somewhere in between, melding the genres with her mellow acoustics, her raspy voice and her earthy lyrics.”-Surburban Trends Newspaper
Sweden’s Aftonbladet “The Swedish summer has arrived and I have 10 CDs in my suitcase. One of them is Loretta Hagen from NJ, similar to Nanci Griffith, a little more edgier, a little more country."
Loretta Hagen - Something More
The title of this CD might refer to the singer's voice. There is indeed something more in Loretta Hagen's vocals.
Although she's from
New Jersey
, the material has a country feel, having been recorded while Loretta lived in
Nashville
.
With her big alto, she covers many of the standard subjects &emdash; love found, love lost, love missed, love almost found and a
whole lot of personal redemption. All of it is gripping and real and it's mainly due to Loretta's big voice. R.Cuccaro, Acoustic Live Magazine
Loretta on front cover of Greater New Jersey
Winter Newsletter for Alzheimer's Association
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10 Mountains 10 Years premiered May 5 at Connecticut Film Festival and earning "Best Documentary Film"
Watch the trailer at
http://www.backlightproductions.com
10 Mountains 10 Years Movie, Premiere!The Palace Theater
165 Main Street
Danbury, CT 06810
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010
Doors open: 6:30pm
Film Screening: 7:30pm
Backlight Productions announced , that "Bruce Springsteen has joined the sound track for 10 Mountains 10 Years a documentary feature film."
The film follows Enzo Simone and his international team of mountain climbers, The Regulars, as they scale 10 of the greatest peaks in the world to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease. The title track of "Sundown Till Dawn" written by Loretta about her Mom diagnosed 7 years ago with Alzheimer's disease is in good company. Leeza Gibbons opens the film and actress Anne Hathaway narrates! For more info about 10 Mountains 10 Years The Movie & The Regulars please click here
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Loretta Hagen lands in the top 100 of 2009 on Unsigned the Magazine!UnsignedTheMagazine.Com::Top 100 of 2009_2
Loretta Hagen. Unsigned The Magazine Faves Day Hello Mountain Sundown Till Dawn! www.unsignedthemagazine.com/content/100/100of2009_2.html |
Sundown Till Dawn Released At Music At The Mission!
The title song from Loretta Hagen''s latest CD , "Sundown Till Dawn", is her most personal recording to date. After her mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease five years ago, Loretta and her family became her caregivers, taking turns staying in their mom's home round the clock and dealing with the changes and challenges that come with such a terrible disease. It has been an emotional roller coaster for her family and Loretta's song paints a clear picture of how her mom has suffered, describing a typical day in her life.
Gods of Music Review by: Chris K.
ARTIST: LORETTA HAGEN. SONG: I’M COMING UP. GENRE: FOLK/COUNTRY
FOLK/AMERICANA SIMILAR: MARY CHAPIN-CARPENTER/SHELBY LYNNE/
KIM RICHEY.
I’m Coming Up is Loretta Hagen playing to her strengths and succeeding, magnificently. Loretta falls somewhere between Mary Chapin-Carpenter, Kim Richey, and Shelby Lynne; a songwriter’s songwriter and a passionate performer. Loretta’s intonation, inflections, and diction are the kind you hear from legendary artists. Her ability to weave a story places her squarely in the pristine company of her aforementioned peers.
This is a summer time song, the kind I’d put in the cd changer for the car so that I can go out and tool around the Rocky Mountain canyons. Now I do have an edge here, because I’ve been listening to this song almost daily from the time I first heard it three months ago. I put this in the player along with Emmy Lou Harris, Chris Hillman, Steve Early, Shelby Lynne, and Mary Chapin-Carpenter, set the cruise and settle back for a nice drive. Loretta’s music on this song soars. It’s the kind of song I’d dream of hearing in the background while I lay alongside a Colorado Rocky Mountain stream watching eagles. It has that kind of imagery for me. The harmonies on this recording, provided by Bob Delevante, are tremendously sung. The players Loretta is surrounded with here are studio masters, and the production makes this song perfectly suited for the NPR/PBS crowd. I’d expect to see Loretta perform at any festival in the country where folk, country, bluegrass, and Americana, come together. Is it good enough for commercial radio?...straight up! Matter of fact, this review ends here with this: I cannot think of or hear one single thing I’d change in this song….this is as perfect as it gets for me.
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"Loretta Hagen, one of West Milford's own. Hagen writes and sings some of the most incredible music you will hear. She is a talent not to be missed." West Milford Messenger
"Those who know her - love her, those who don't - give a listen. Her music touches!"
George L. Nitti Warwick Valley Living Featuring Loretta Hagen
November Featured Performer: Loretta Hagen www.warwickvalleyliving.com Loretta's interview at WTBQ with host Jon Stein and George Lane Nitti WarwickValleyLiving.com magazinewww. lorettahagen. com Listen to Loretta's songs here images/stories/audio/thefallwind. mp3*images/stories/audio/sundowntildawn. mp3*images/stories/audio/gotobarefootmtn |
FULL ARTICLE http://www.kweevak.com/files-articles/rd_art_2010_01_24_gin_blossoms.php by Rich and Laura Lynch SoundPress.net
The Gin Blossoms - Coming 'Round Again Arizona Alt Rockers Take Acoustic Approach in Church Setting A Kweevak.com Rock Report by Rich and Laura Lynch
The Gin Blossoms formed in Tempe, Arizona in 1987. The band's fans soaked in their jangly pop rock sound and by 1993 the group's infectious songs were all over the radio. It was the strength of their debut album titled New Miserable Experience that left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of their fervent adherents who still follow the band today.
 Robin Wilson of the Gin Blossoms on stage in Montclair, New Jersey.
Like many bands the Gin Blossoms have had their fair share of trials and triumphs including a number of line-up changes. They are back in 2010 touring and finishing up an album that should be released later this year. The alternative rockers performed at Outpost in the Burbs in Montclair, New Jersey on January 22, 2010. The concert was held in a classic old church with high ceilings, chandeliers, stone walls and wood floors.
The multi-platinum selling quartet (Jesse Valenzuela - guitar, Bill Leen - bass, Scott Johnson - guitar and Robin Wilson - vocals) subtly slipped on the stage for a stripped down set of their classics. Tonight's event was a mostly acoustic affair with Robin aptly handling rhythm on tambourine.
"Let's do this thing," stated Wilson, blowing the first notes of "Follow You Down" on a harmonica. He alternated between harp and vocals on this song. Standing center stage Robin raised his hands over his head encouraging the crowd to clap along as the group expanded upon the instrumental parts of the tune.
After band introductions and a shout out for the various causes that Outpost was supporting the Gin Blossoms performed a peppy version of "Until I Fall Away". After a bit of a debate they played "Learning The Hard Way" with added arrangements from Scott on guitar. "As Long As it Matters" showcased pleasing guitar parts supported by plucky bass lines and fine vocal variations. "Found Out About You" was edgy and engaging with Wilson encouraging the audience to clap along.
There was applause for the opening notes of "Long Time Gone" that flowed on feisty guitar exchanges and fetching bass lines. Fans were having fun dancing along and becoming more vocal in their reactions to the music. Robin handed a tambourine to a young girl in the front pew to assist him with rhythm.
 The Gin Blossoms' Bill Leen on bass and Scott Johnson on guitar.
"Allison Road" was animated as Wilson called out to the crowd to sing along. At the end Robin made the astonishing observation that Bill broke a bass string at an acoustic show! Their tech worked on the instrument as the three played a new song. "Miss Disarray" was a reflective, radio friendly piece about relationship woes, a formula that has worked well in the past for the Gin Blossoms.
The bass was back for "Cajun Song" which was a combination of pensive and peppy prose and playing. "Seat of our pants, rock and roll" was Robin's description of "Mrs. Rita" as there were a few forgotten lines but it was still a fan favorite of the night.
"Super Girl" had a dramatic feel enhanced by dueling acoustic guitars with a quick foray into the Byrds' "So You Want To Be A Rock N Roll Star". "Til I Hear It From You" featured singular guitar solos and lead into the closer - a jolting version of "Hey Jealousy".
For the encore, Robin called the crowd to the front of the stage for a nifty cover version of The Plimsoul's "Now" with Wilson high fiveing fans. Now, with a new record and live revivals of their classic catalogue the Gin Blossoms are coming back around again.
Opening for the Gin Blossoms was Loretta Hagen. "Its a real pleasure to be here," said Loretta as she strummed her way though her first song - a visual piece about building a house and building dreams. Next, Hagen thanked the Gin Blossoms and all the volunteers at the Outpost. Her second song was a prayer about the day - a hopeful poem that featured pretty picking.
 Jesse Valenzuela helped emcee the evening and the band's most recent release, Major Lodge Victory.
Loretta had a rich voice and her songs were insightful. The title track from her album Sundown Till Down was personal and poignant and was written for her mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Another tune was a call to compassion and "Mirror, Mirror" was a wistful song reflecting on life and moments in time.
After Hagen's set, George Devanney from the Love, Hope, Strength Foundation briefly spoke about how mountain climbers and rockers are raising awareness and building cancer centers around the world. Musicians the world over - including Robin of the Gin Blossoms - have hiked famous peaks to help fight the illness that afflicts so many annually. He also talked about the bone marrow registry, mentioning that 30,000 people are in need of bone marrow transplants but only 3,000 a year get matched. George urged fans to visit their table set up in the back of the church to sign up for the registry, which entailed filling out a form and a mouth swab.
The Outpost was also collecting for Haiti and sold snacks to support other projects. Their chocolate cookies were delicious. Outpost In The Burbs' venues are intimate and ideal for music. Montclair is a fun town with many restaurants and shops. We had a flavorful and festive dinner at Cuban Pete's before the concert. On a side note, as we were leaving the city we saw a long line of people waiting to meet the cast of the TV show the Jersey Shore. Although it was a chilly winter night there were some folks scantily dressed fitting into the stereotype that the show portrays - proving that there is something for everyone in Montclair.
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GIN BLOSSOMS:
 Opening act Loretta Hagen had a rich voice and her songs were reflective.
Related Links: For more information on the GIN BLOSSOMS and the other organizations mentioned please visit the following links -- GinBlossoms.net | Buy Major Lodge Victory | LorettaHagen.com | LoveHopeStrength.org | outpostintheburbs.org |
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Ascap Plus Award
ASCAP AWARDS / Loretta wins 2007 ASCAP PLUS Music Award! /
Congratulations goes out to Loretta Hagen for being nominated for and winning the ASCAP PLUS award for alternative music plays for 5 consecutive years in a row! Thanks to the fans who continue to enjoy her music!
Book / Quiet Storm Publishers' "The Gods Have Spoken - Best Indie Music on the 'Net" /
You can buy this book featuring Loretta at Amazon.com, Borders and many other fine retailers.
Loretta Hagen
West Milford, NJ
United States
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