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Paving the Road to Fame
Denise Marsa, President of KeyMedia Public Relations and music veteran, discusses how she started KeyMedia Public Relations and how music has influenced her life and career choice. KeyMedia has recently signed Rachel Millman and Nicole Berke on their path to musical success along with many other musicians as well. Also included is an interview with songwriter, guitarist, client and all-around passionate musician Andy Gabrys who has recently joined Marsa to mix a combination of several voices into one song.
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Dean Friedman at the French House Party
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Thursday, 28 January 2010
KEYMEDIA PUBLIC RELATIONS HELPS NEW RECORDING ARTISTS BREAK INTO CROWDED AMERICAN MARKET
Music veteran guides new artists through the labyrinth of today's music industry
"I know when I’m listening to something that’s beyond good, because I get chills running up and down my spine. “Self,” by Denise Marsa is one of those spine-tingling albums. Marsa is one of the most talented songwriters I’ve come across in a long time. Having collaborated on numerous projects previously, Marsa finally gets a chance to grab the spotlight. She delivers her songs with both passion and power and the mainly acoustic arrangements are full of melodies. “Self,” however is not about gimmicks; it’s about great songs. Songs that make you wake up in a good mood, get you singing at the top of your voice in the shower and keep you humming to yourself all say.” - Nicole Powers, Rocklove, Urb Magazine
"Marsa is now based in LA and she has recently formed her own label. Allowing her the creative freedom she felt she didn’t have before. “Self” is her newest effort, and it displays a broad variety of moods and tempo; the cementing force of the album is Marsa’s deep, throaty voice and her soulful—almost gospel-like-phrasing." - John Schoenberger-The Album Network
"Denise Marsa’s debut CD is SELF (Key Records), 11 original songs that explore a wide range of emotions and showcase her powerful vocals. Marsa mixes the story-telling intricacies of a folk singer with the production of a late 70’s rock band, creating a captivating sound that defies categorization."- Feature Editor, Tucson Lifestyle
"An exquisite voice and a tremendous sense of
songwriting make this acoustic/folk rock release a true gem. Her debut release
is one of the best 10 releases of the year... Period!”- Stavros Moschopoulos,
FAOS, United Nations Magazine- Rome, Italy
"Isn’t it about time we heard from an artist
interested in something besides the me thing? Denise Marsa is an
extremely talented vocalist and writer who uses her musical talents not to
exploit but to simultaneously educate and entertain."-N. McGuire, Hipfish,
Portland, OR
“Denise Marsa’s Club R&R appearance was
wonderful. Our staff is still talking about her powerful performance. We even
had people from downstairs asking about her! - Paul Colbert,
Marketing-Radio & Records (R&R Magazine
"Tired of all the same styles of pop and rock? Denise Marsa offers a break from the monotonous pop and rock with her vibrant melodies and powerful voice. Her clear and crisp vocals allow you to understand and feel every word she sings. A cross between Stevie Nicks and Carly Simon…The music that evokes emotion and stimulates the mind at the same time, Denise Marsa's debut Album titled "Self" projects her emotions and feelings into the listener. An obvious prodigy of music shown by her self taught skills of the keyboard and her gift for lyrics. Her poetic choice and combination of words will astound you. Denise Marsa's "Self" CD is a sure addition to my car collection, making road trips and bumper to bumper traffic much more desirable. So the next time your on the road and see someone singing with music blaring from their car stereo, you can bet that they're listening to Denise Marsa, because she is taking Los Angeles by storm."- David Dachpian, The Theater Guy, LA
“Denise Marsa and her band did an amazing job at our Ann Taylor 2007 Salute to Survivors on October 30th. It was very special for the survivors and her performance took our event to a whole other level. It was so powerful - it literally moved people to tears. Her beautiful music and inspiring words brought the hundreds of guests together.” - Stephanie Trachtenberg, Manager, Charitable Initiatives, Ann Taylor Stores, Corp.
"Rootsy Americana with cheerfully strummed acoustics, sharp drum accents and Marsa's rich, corn-fed alto. Think Mellancamp's "Small Town." - Kelly Bauman, reaL.com (The Land Had a Dream)
"Denise, You don't know me, but I just wanted to let you know that after all these years "Lucky Stars" is still my favorite song ever! And not for the Dean Friedman bits! It was your voice. I live in Los Angeles now, but I was born and grew up in London. Occasionally, only a few times in our lives, we are touched, deeply, by just a song. That was the one for me. I just heard it again this morning and once again, it brought back a thousand memories from home. You may not always realize it, but your voice is loved by more people that you might ever know. In some small way, you have been a part of my journey through life. Perhaps you may have even affected it!" Thank you. - Paul, LA, 2008
