Praise for "Departures
& Arrivals":
"Exquisitely rendered and lyrically lush music."
~ Mountain Xpress
(Asheville, NC)
"Talented local folk-pop songsmith Rebecca Pronsky explores a more
country-tinged sound on her latest full-length, Departures and Arrivals."
~ Time Out NY
"A huge voice with songs to match: file under talent yet to be
discovered. The songs all
showcase a fabulous voice that has echoes of so many – Patti Smith,
Loretta Lynn, Chrissie Hynde, Carole King, Neko Case, Bonnie Raitt,
Natalie Merchant and even Mari Wilson. There is something very familiar
about the vocals and that familiarity is born from the power and sensitivity
of the delivery. The song writing, often lead by guitar melodies a la
Chris Isaak, plays to obvious strengths; jazzy inflections and pop/folk
tunings designed to highlight... This is a definite grower as the songs
reveal their secrets with repeated listens. 'Digging Graves' goes from
simple lament to a mournful pean in the space of a few listens... a
cut above your average female singer songwriter with excellent production
values and for the most part fine song writing. I bet she’s phenomenal
live."
~ Americana
UK
"I reviewed Rebecca's previous release, The Early Hours in 2005.
Based on that, I had in my head that she was more of a jazz artist.
So imagine my surprise to put this in and hear what borders on country
music! I'm happy to report that she is just as skilled at this genre
than at jazz. You don't see that everyday. These songs, while having
a little twang, still have enough guts... I'd say they're more Western
than Country. I am enjoying this record even more than her last. Well
done!"
~ CollectedSounds.com
"Singer/songwriter Rebecca Pronsky offers a smart collection of
11 self-penned songs in the quirky pop arena. Swirling guitars announce
'Birds'...'Million Days' has a peppy country pop flavor, while the dreamy
'Digging Graves' is a highlight... Pronsky's lovely lush, jazz-trained
voice makes anything sound enticing."
~ Daily Freeman
(Kingston, NY)
"Her new full-length album, "Departures & Arrivals,"
which comes out this week, is yet another sure-footed step in the right
direction. My favorite track is the nervy "Pensacola," but
the shimmery mid-tempo rocker "Gone" sounds like it'll sizzle
on stage. Other strong songs are "Birds" and "Digging
Graves," in which the singer displays the same remarkable mix of
grace and grit as Neko Case. Now 27, she used the three years between
releases to sharpen her skills. She's turned away from the fussier jazz
influences on her early work and toward a "roots"-ier sound
she can fully inhabit. Pronsky, who grew up in Brooklyn and studied
music at Brown University, doesn't get quite so specific in her lyrics...
[her] songs provide the framework; her clear, supple voice is a natural
vehicle for empathy. And she trusts her listeners to use their imaginations
to fill in the details. Definitely one to watch."
~ Jewish Exponent
(Philadelphia, PA) read
full article
"She's a born and bred Brooklynite, but lately Rebecca Pronsky
has a little extra twang in her step. Departures and Arrivals,
is her third release... It's also her most polished effort yet with
a distinct country-pop flavor. Pronsky
[is] one of the rising stars of Brooklyn's indie music scene... With
slicker, ballsier vocals and jazzier progressions than your average
folksinger, she bridges the gaps between folk, Americana, jazz, and
indie pop. "
~
East Bay Express (Oakland, CA)
read full article
Reviews
of "The Early Hours":
"After listening to her six song E.P. The Early Hours I was hard pressed
to come up with a contemporary pop artist she resembles, let alone one
who I would want to compare her too... Her songs have an emotional edge
that breaks through the usual wall of cool that surrounds so many female
jazz vocalists... Rebecca Pronsky doesn't need to dazzle her audience
with technique, and is a mature enough performer to have the confidence
in her voice to let it be part of the material, rather than the centre
of attention.... Rebecca Pronsky is a new and exciting vocalist who
bears watching. She might just turn out to be the next…well, Rebecca
Pronsky.
~ Blogcritics.org
"As evidenced by the poignant 'Empty' from her latest CD, The
Early Hours, her writing is literate, passionate, and wry."
~ Time Out New
York
"On "The Early
Hours," New York-native Rebecca Pronsky offers six perfect songs
that sound as natural and unforced as a spring breeze in late April...
Rebecca’s voice is both dark and hopeful, and she has surrounded
herself with a first-rate band to help drive them home... There isn’t
a complicated thing on this entire record, and that is testament to
how well the songs are written."
~ Portsmouth
Herald
"More than just a solid band backing her smooth music and clever
lyrics, it’s Pronsky’s voice that sets her apart from the
stereotypical folk singer... With her jazz background and penchant for
rocking, Rebecca Pronsky plays folk unlike most folkies."
~ New Haven
Register read
full article
"...the central focus on any stage on which she appears... she
shows unerring taste as a composer in matching the lyrics of each song
with music that complements the mood."
~ The Princeton
Packet
"Lyrically, Pronsky writes engaging words that get you to raise
your brow and give a second listen... she uses clever metaphors to aide
in the development of her writing."
~ The New Hampshire
"Rebecca Pronsky mixes a blend of soulful lyrics, clean guitars
and a heartfelt singing voice to convey whatever emotion she intends
to induce with her song... With an obvious love for music and a talent
that is evident in such tracks as “Empty” from the 'Early
Hours' EP we can expect to hear more from this unique artist."
~
Northeast In-Tune Magazine
"This is truly a release worth getting your hands on... Powerful vocals,
powerful melodies all very nicely sewn together with more than able
musicians, helps create a sort of timeless sound.... this recording
is so accessible, so relevant and so entertaining."
~ Rebelation
Zine
"Pronsky exhibits her vocal talent, playing with words and time, stretching
syllables and tone..."
~ NYrock.com
"Rebecca Pronsky has a nice deep, smooth, jazzy voice which dances over
folk-rock music. Production is crystal clear... a high quality independently
released recording."
~ CollectedSounds.com
"Brooklyn based Rebecca Pronsky's new ep, 'The Early Hours' sees
her in folk/jazz crossover mode, backed tastefully by her band... with
Pronsky's vocal inflections similar to Joni Mitchell's in her jazzier
moments. The songs sound as if they'd be great if allowed to stretch
out in a dark, late-night setting, with 'Everything is free' the standout
for me."
~ Terrascope
- UK
"... smooth, sultry, rich, deep and poetic folk-pop texture."
~ New Haven Advocate
"Pronsky demonstrates good control of stylistic nuances, and tasteful
use of embellishments. Harmonies are also strong throughout... The Early
Hours is a collection of songs sung by a true vocal talent..."
~ Northeast
Performer
Other press:
"Pronsky's straightforward folk-pop songwriting is lent authority
by her big jazz trained voice."
~ Village
Voice
"Check out singer/songwriter Rebecca Pronsky in
from New York City. We hear she's the new Joni Mitchell."
~ Montreal
Gazette
"Evocative songwriting ... her rich, smoky vocals can warm a room
like a crackling fireplace."
~ NewYorkCool.com
"A unique singer, songwriter, and musician who blurs the lines
between jazz, folk, and rock... has a clean, bold sound that is all
her own."
~ Break
Thru Radio
"a folk-pop chanteuse with a sultry voice."
~ Westchester
Magazine
"folk-pop is enlivened by her carefully honed, powerful voice."
~ L Magazine
"She's got a soaring siren's voice, smooth acoustic
guitar riffs and a whole lotta spunk."
~ Brown Daily
Herald
Feature
Articles on Rebecca:
Delivering on a Notable
Promise
from Jewish Exponent (Philadelphia)
Feature on "Departures & Arrivals"
New Release Q & A
from Indie
Sounds NY
An interview with Rebecca about "Departures & Arrivals"
Country Girl, City Girl
from the East Bay Express
Feature on bay area show and new record
Songwriter Gives Singers
a Voice
from the NY Daily News
Feature on Rebecca and the Songwriters Exchange
Singer Rebecca Pronsky:
In a Brooklyn State of Mind
from 24/7 - Brooklyn Courier Life's
Entertainment Magazine
Feature on Rebecca's music series the Songwriters Exchange
An Alum in the Real
Music World
from Post- Magazine
(of Brown University)
A interview with Rebecca from her alma mater
Rebecca's EPK:
