Recession Proof EP Cover
Steph Fraser ‘Recession Proof’ Single Artist:
Following the critical acclaim of her first 2 singles 'Purple Sun' and 'Pretend', Fraser makes a substantial claim for the top UK singer/songwriter spot with this topical uptempo self penned tune. "Sub Prime loans take me through the roof, but i'm telling you baby that i'm recession proof" is the glorious hook with a cute but eminently hummable melody.
Produced and mixed by Dan Achen (Feist, City & Colour, Kathleen Edwards) at Catherine North Studios, Hamilton Canada and mastered by Joe Lambert (B52’s, Animal Collective, The Fiery Furnaces, City & Colour) at Joe Lambert Mastering, Brooklyn, New York, the finished article seems destined to make a lasting impression on the charts.
Fraser, no stranger to the big time having played to 18,000 fans in her home town and gracing the stage of the famous Opera House is one of the most talented young singers in the country and prompted former Beatles mentor and promoter Sam Leach to tip her for the 'big time'.
The single is also bundled with new songs Roading and The Bird Song. Roading has been a firm live favourite in 2009 and really warrants a double A side billing as it's a really catchy road movie type of song that makes an instant impression and stands up to repeated play. Written by Steph's musical partner Phil Simpson, Roading is a made-up word. 'Please pull over if that's the speed you prefer' is quite an apt line from the song as Fraser is heading speedily into the limelight. The Bird Song was recently chosen by Tom Robinson for his BBC 6 Music introducing programme following strong support from BBC local radio in Lancashire, Merseyside, Humberside, Manchester and Leeds. The 3 songs featured on the single are a good representation of just how far this young starlet has come in just 18 months, gaining international experience with a tour of Canada and several music industry showcase performances along the way.
Now touring as a band with Simpson and Cajon player Matt Lockwood they have UK gigs and festival dates lined up for the rest of the Autumn. please see the myspace page for the latest gig news. www.myspace.com/
"Fraser, who began playing guitar when she was five, started singing only three years ago -- hard to believe when you hear her rapturous voice, which is a cross between Jewel and Ani DiFranco".
“I could listen to Steph Fraser all night, she’s going to be ‘big time’”
Steph Fraser, Phil Simpson and Matt Lockwood are available for interview and radio promotional interviews in support of the release of Pretend. Please contact us at the numbers and e-mail addresses below, and be enraptured by this rare and immensely promising young singer-songwriting talent. www.stephfraser.co.uk | www.myspace.com/
