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Hometown: Somerville, MA
Label: yes, please
Management: yes, please
Website: www.myspace.com
Genre: Pop
In 2008, Barrett released her debut album, Dying Day, which "Performing Songwriter" magazine declared "a stellar first release." The Noise calls Barrett "a bright light among others of her genre...evident through compelling vocals, ever-changing chord progressions, and spontaneous melodies." With no formal musical education, Barrett has been able to craft unique, unconventional arrangements that highlight her smoky voice. Her band, The Last Date, does a wonderful job bringing her vision to the live stage, offering everything from honky-tonk country rock to ambient, brooding anthems. She credits Neil Young, Radiohead, and Fiona Apple as her main influences. Abbie Barrett & The Last Date are currently working on The Triples, a series of three-song EPs.
"Abbie Barrett's (Runner-up award winner at the 4th Annual IAMA)...music and lyrics show depth and maturity far beyond her experience. Abbie shows a lot of promise." RATING: **** (4.5 out of 5 Stars)
International Acoustic Music Awards
"There is something strangely familiar about her music and yet, this does not detract from its uniqueness. Barrett is refreshing, a bright light among others of her genre."
Julia R. DeStefano - The Noise
"The record may be called Dying Day, but New Englander Abbie Barrett's debut is brimming with life ... a stellar first release and the launch of a sure-to-be long and healthy career."
Mare Wakefield - Performing Songwriter
