This is art in its purest form -- music made in the heat of the moment.  Sometimes rough, often ragged, always honest -
these recordings represent the essence of the performer's soul.  Unpolished, unadorned, uncluttered.  Stripped to the
bone, passion exposed.  Whether live, home-recorded or demo tracks, this is as real as it gets.

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Judy Valencerina
Live and Otherwise

Singer ... songwriter ... pianist ... graphic artist ... is there anything in the creative realm Judy Valencerina can't do?  Doubt it. Here she shows off her performing chops with a quintet of great tunes.

Christine Her
Four home recordings

Christine Her is a Hmong singer/songwriter who creates some of the most gripping music you're ever likely to hear. Often beautiful, sometimes terrifying - these tunes never let you off easy.  Just superb.

"Susan D. Mini-Concert"
Four songs recorded live at the
Majestic Ventura Theater with guests Judy Valencerina and Justin Dempsey

Susan D. admits to being a dreamer -- but there's nothing imaginary about her talent. It's for real, as you will discover when you attend her "mini-concert" -- right here on Asian Talent Online. Good stuff!

"Manila You Tried"
Alfa
Unreleased Demo

Alfa picked up her guitar and bashed out this powerful and heartfelt cut that is so vivid you can SEE every word.  This recording is what the ATO Coffeehouse is all about. Stunning.

"Just As Much"
Kristen Nakasone
Live Recording

Kristen Nakasone is a captivating talent. No theatrics, no bombast -- just a sweet wispy voice that pulls you all the way in.  Here you get the feeling that she's singing directly to you.  Personal music, personal favorite.

"Smoke Signals"
Erika Elona
Demo

Yes, there does exist a newer, cleaner version of this song -- but this is the original recording in all its raw glory.  Erika's vocal delivery is furiously intense.  Riveting stuff.

 

 

 

 

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Do you have live recordings, home recordings, demos, etc. that you feel really captures your essence as a performer? That's what we're looking for.  Send them to us please!asiantalentonline@gmail.com

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