Press:

“Broda received an Honorable Mention for her original, "For You" in the 17th Annual BILLBOARD World Song Contest. "Appealing melodic theme. Infectious and uplifting."”
Judges comments - 17th Annual BILLBOARD World Song Contest

"...gorgeous voice, well-written lyrics, and a beautiful presence..."
Toni Koch, TK Promotions & Pitch-A-Song - 2009 Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Conference, Nashville, TN

"I'd like a CD because you, young lady, need to be on the air".
Dennis Double, Co-Host Writer's Block/WDVX 89.9 in Clinton,TN/102.9 Knoxville,TN - 2009 Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Conference, Nashville, TN

"...a voice like butter...hot, steamy butter."
Carol Statella, Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Board Member - 2009 Indiegrrl Women in the Arts Conference, Nashville, TN

“Broda has a voice that will melt you. I came across her by accident...and OMG what a voice. Her album “Spiral Staircase” is a must have. The song “Daddy oh Daddy” really pulls on my heartstrings... She is a true GREAT songwriter with a voice.”
Joey Vegas - Rhythm on the River Summer Music Series promotional blog

"Hey we're really enjoying your tunes! "I Won't Talk About It" is excellent~ Great stuff here Broda"
Social Networks for Musicians - MySpace comment

“Spiral Staircase is a song I can turn up to 10 barreling home singing my ass off...[Broda] rocks!”
Chef Mike - Text Message to Broda

“Good raw acoustic sound with a passionate smoky voice to boot. Great lyrics - I can see why the vocals are so passionate.”
KieranTobin - GarageBand

“What proceeded to happen over the next two hours was a soul riching experience in what she calls "Acoustic Americana." Broda sang songs that took you places. Suddenly, it wasn't seventeen degrees outside because you were with her...”
Johnny Price - Martinsville Bulletin

“Broda has just released her first Cd entitled "Spiral Staircase" and it is well worth listening to. The lyrics definitely take you to a place where you feel like you are a part of the story that she is telling.”
Johnny Price - Blogspot.com

“Songs such as the touching and melodic "Hendrick's Store" to the quirky, toe tapper "Five County Fair" have you wanting to go back and listen to them over again because you don't want the escape to end. I dare anyone who listens to the title track to tell me that you cannot relate to the lyrics.”
Johnny Price - Martinsville Bulletin

“I am glad that I braved the elements that night and got a chance to see Broda perform. Thanks again to Binding Time for showcasing such a great talent...”
Johnny Price - Martinsville Bulletin

“Listening to Spiral Staircase, then, is a rich emotional experience. And while the songs are certainly personal, it’s easy enough to listen and say to yourself: “Yes, I’ve been there; I know exactly what she’s getting at.””
Ronnie D. Lankford - AppomattoxNews.com

“Women of Substance Radio features 'Female Performers who deliver high quality music that speaks to the listener through vocal excellence, depth of character and emotion, and lyrics that leave a lasting impression'..."Congratulations! We love your music! ”
Women of Substance Radio Team - Sonicbids Promoter Submission Status Response

"...[her] voice blew me away. I sat nailed to my seat listening intently to [her] lyrics. One hell of a songwriter I thought. That "talk about it" tune is the ticket.
Patty Benson - Blues/Soul/R&B Vocalist - RE: 2008 Indiegrrl Conference Showcase Performance - myspace.com

“Domestic breakup and recriminations. Strong lyrics with a strong, repeated theme - sounds like it comes from the heart. Real feelings. Very nice vocal with a good range and control.”
- tomatosquid - GarageBand

"I believe [Broda] as a musician and artist. [She] sells what [she is] saying - like [she has] something worth listening to. And I think [she does]."
hakserskash from athens, georgia - garageband.com

"Excellent vocals carry the song well. Lyric content is interesting. I would like to hear more from this artist."
pinnermiddlesex from phoenix, oregon - garageband.com

"Strong guitar playing - sounds confident. [Her] vocals are steady and smooth. I like the range and power [she has]. [Broda has] energy with [her] voice and guitar. The lyrics are written well and presented well."
hakserskash from Athens, Georgia - garageband.com

“Dark, smokey, bar, lots of oak and leather, no one talks while the lady sings…. She's got a voice like Laphroaig Scotch and the words tell a tale of someone older and wiser, giving advice to someone who really should pay attention…”
smilngjack from Madrid, Spain - garageband.com

"...[her] amazing ability musically is only seconded to [her] innate gift to use, manipulate and weave ordinary words into life and mind changing pieces of art..."
Ora Morin - writer - myspace.com

“…Gorgeous voice, emotions are dripping like chocolate from a strawberry… ”
Erikothestrange from Detroit, Michigan - garageband.com

“…Beautifully full, natural, strong vocal melody…She sings a clever little "here and now" story full of witty rhyme and cool jive! Diana Krall, watch out! ”
Detective from Syracuse, New York - garageband.com

“…Very nice. Norah and Jane Monheit have some real competition… ”
cg1 from Evanston, Illinois - garageband.com

“…vocal that is allowed to shine without all the digital enhancements so overused today... ”
jnthnmoore from Grenada, Mississippi - garageband.com

“…Great singing too, original voice sound, good pitch and full expression. The lyrics are great, very Cole Porter, impressive work on that… ”
Alcibiades from New Haven, Connecticut - garageband.com

"Broda lays down some tasty jams"!
Wes - Audience member - The Flagship

“…Vocal is warm and close to the listener. She sings in a mood that makes you relax… ”
JohnsonKaye from Copenhagen, Denmark - garageband.com

“…a good voice with an urban history… ”
LeChive from Maracaibo, Zulia, Spain - garageband.com

"She opened with an interesting juxtaposition of George Gershwin’s Summertime and Van Morrison’s Moondance then segued into several original tunes. Broda’s lyrics are intensely personal and draw heavily on her life experiences but the tone is generally mellow."
Pamela Matlack Klein - www.AppomattoxNews.com

"Everybody liked her so much last time she came, we just had to get her back!"
Cricket Rakita - Goochland Market Newsletter

“…love the vocalist… ”
mittymaven from Austin, Texas - garageband.com

“…Great voice… ”
malvadoband from Baltimore, Maryland - garageband.com

“…The singer is professional and relaxed… ”
hee00awa from Stockholm, Sweden - garageband.com

“…Great singer, she belts it out loud n clear... ”
murracain from Sonoma, California - garageband.com

“…a very lovely voice. Very smooth, expressive and warm… ”
Christopherson from Provo, Utah - garageband.com

“…Admirable singer… ”
ybrsongs from Los Angeles, California - garageband.com

“Track of the Day on 5Jun2005 in Jazz Best Female Vocals in Jazz, week of 30May2005 Best Lyrics in Jazz, week of 30May2005 Feel Good Track in Jazz, week of 30May2005”
garageband.com - garageband.com

"Singer and songwriter Brenda (Broda) was at Baine’s Books and Coffee Saturday night and performed to an appreciative audience. Her unique style - she calls it “Acoustic Americana” - and throaty voice are both easy on the ears."
Pamela Matlack Klein - www.AppomattoxNews.com

"Loving [her] music and [her] vocals!"
Richie Fields - country performing artist - myspace.com

"I've just spent a very enjoyable 20 minutes or so listening to [Broda's] beautiful music [online]. [She] has some really great music"
Richard Brooke - composer - Leeds, United Kingdom - myspace.com