Larrabee’s latest effort -
On Always Together
Gillian Slade
Medicine Hat News
If you enjoy the effortless jazz style of Tony Bennett and the late Frank Sinatra
you're going to love the latest Robert Larrabee album -
This local resident tenor not only sings, he writes the lyrics and comes up with the melody too. He's put together 10 special songs with the full orchestra backing they deserve and went to Nashville for the recording.
"In my mind I could hear the big band sound and when I wanted certain aspects to be punctuated with particular musical instruments I knew this was the route to go," said Larrabee.
"This was the most exciting part of the process," said Larrabee. " I love to hear it emerge into exactly that I had in mind."
It doesn't take Larrabee long to remember exactly when and where a song came together. Sometimes it's watching his wife Brenda that inspires him or daily interludes of life that prompt the flow of words.
" I want to do original music with wonderful melodies, great arrangements and rhythms that will make peoples' fingers snap and feet dance," said Larrabee. "They should also touch hearts like songs used to with lyrics and melodies about love."
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AUGUST 2010 SONICBIDS “ARTISTS 2 WATCH”
August 4, 2010 | by Skope Staff
Robert Larrabee
www.sonicbids.com/rlarrabee
Skope: What does it mean to be included in A2W on Skopeing.com?
Robert Larrabee:
Wow to have my music discussed in an online magazine that has millions of readers
is very surreal it’s like pinch me! I’m very thankful.
Skope: How are you gearing
up for the fall and any touring plans?
Robert Larrabee: Well I’m still performing
in my corporate show, in which I do allot of comedy, impressions, and singing. Then
in the January I’ll be promoting my original music to all the festivals in North
America for next summer.
Skope: How many hours in the week are devoted to your music?
Robert
Larrabee: Well I’m the singer song writer, promoter, agent, and I provide all my
own production so I’m in the home office working the phones at least 40 hours a week,
and I still find time to write a few songs.
Skope: What other bands & musicians are
you listening to right now?
Robert Larrabee: I like Frank Sinatra, Michel Buble, Harry
Conick.
Skope: At what point in the day do you find you are most creative?
Robert
Larrabee: Evenings for sure that’s when I have the days events and tomorrows events
on my mind.
Skope: What is coming up for you and where can readers learn more about
you?
Robert Larrabee: I keep my website up to date you can check on concert dates,
listen to my music, and contact me there. www.robertlarrabee.org
Robert Larrabee song She is The One Makes Editor’s pic on
IndeMusic.com
19 Feb 2010 12:58 PM
Jamie Anderson
Larrabee's keyboard based pop/rock sometimes has a touch of country and always gets
right to the point with his emotional vocals. "Brown Eyed Angel" is a tender love
song . On "You've Gotta Know," he sings to a special lady. The ballad builds nicely
with layers of keyboards and vocals. This is the kind of song someone might request
at a gig. "Ask David What Freedom Is" is a very passionate look at one person's life
and dedication to what he believes is right. There's a growl in his voice that drives
the point home.
"Matthew's Song" is a bit different in that it's not for a special
sweetheart but for a special little boy, his son. It's very sweet and sure to make
you go "aw." There's a searing electric guitar and ominous keyboards in "This Place
Was Once a Paradise," a perfect complement to the angry lyrics. "I Want You to Love
Me" is just what it sounds like, a plea. Its intensity is enhanced with a horn section
and a soulful organ., Larrabee is certainly moving in the right direction.
The arrangements are interesting and a good match for his songs. Emotionally, you always know where he's at.
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DAILY CHART POSITION UPDATE -
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DATE: 10/15/2010
ARTIST: Robert Larrabee
CURRENT RELEASE: That Lady
CIN: 20100454710
CHART POSITION:73
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Dear Robert Larrabee,
The International Association of Independent Recording Artists, IAIRA, recognizes and honors artistic achievement, technical proficiency, and overall excellence in sound recording by monitoring chart activity as published in various reporting charts from around the world. According to our research, on 10/15/2010 the above referenced release; That Lady, by Robert Larrabee, had attained The Number 73 Position on at least one of the charts monitored and verified by IAIRA. On the basis of that research, IAIRA has qualified the aforementioned release as eligible for Certification as an International 'Top 100'.
On behalf of the entire IAIRA staff and the Recording Arts Community at large, please accept our most sincere Congratulations and Best Wishes for your continued success!
Sincerely,
IAIRA Research Team
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