Bertrand Deveaud
~ Rolling Stone France
PERSEPHONE IS THE SECOND SOLO ALBUM for this astonishing Canadian singer who lives at her own pace, away from fashion and the system. A fan of Etta James, Nina Simone and Billie Holiday, Colleen Rennison first founded No Sinner, a soul blues rock group, before taking more personal paths. Recorded nine years after her first album (the very successful See the Sky About to Rain), Persephone is a timeless album. Music like we don't make anymore. Ultra- refined pop halfway between Dusty Springfield, Bobbie Gentry, Joni Mitchell and Carly Simon. A heartbreaking voice, which alternates joy and suffering. Nine admirable, authentic songs that should establish Colleen Rennison as one of the new great artists of her time.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
In the spotlight
5 Star Reviews in MOJO Magazine for "See the Sky About to Rain"
Western Canadian Music Awards Nominee - Roots Solo Recording of the Year - "See the Sky About to Rain"
Canadian Folk Music Awards Nominee - Contemporary Album of the Year - "See the Sky About to Rain"
Canadian Screen Awards Nominee – Best Original Song – “Molly” - Down River
Performed an intimate live set for “Whispering” Bob Harris (of The Old Grey Whistle Test)
Show on BBC Radio, as well as gaining radio play with the station across Europe
Graced the stages of Burnaby Roots and Blues, Calgary Folk Festival, Rock the Shores, Rifflandia’s Main Stage
She received a standing ovation after her acoustic set during the British Columbia Association of Broadcasters (BCAB) Conference
She has gained worldwide recognition and fans from her work with the former band No Sinner, having toured through Europe and across the US, including a showcase at the NONCOMMvention in Philadelphia
Accomplished actress for over 25 years and respected figure in the Canadian film industry