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 Peter Katz http://www.peterkatz.com/

CBC Galaxie Rising Star Award Winner Peter Katz was supposed to make a solo acoustic record, but when the likes of Glen Hansard, The Good Lovelies and Melissa McClelland agreed to sing along… plans changed.

Nevertheless, ‘First of the Last to Know’ marks the true arrival of Peter Katz, solo artist. Even with the good company on the record, Peter’s voice and acoustic guitar remain the focal point throughout. After years of touring solo while selling a full-on band record, Katz got tired of the same feedback: “We wish you would make a record that sounds like you playing live”.

Working with long-time friend, tour-mate, singer-songwriter and producer Rob Szabo, the two looked at every aspect of Peter’s songs. “There were some definite tense moments, but I knew Rob was right and I had to put my ego aside and learn. We worked and worked and worked, just on the barebones of the songs and of the guitar and vocals, making sure every last word, every note, every groove, every picking pattern, every tempo was exactly where it needed to be,” Katz says.

When it came time to finally record, they set up shop at the Barn Window Studio on the escarpment outside Hamilton. “I didn’t want to be in a booth and then have to try to add vibe using the computer. I wanted the space to inspire, to have its quirks and unique qualities in the moment. There’s no question when I listen to this record, I hear that it was recorded in a big, beautiful barn. I mean, I got to sing while staring out at the night through a huge window… You can’t get that in a booth.”

Expressing both aching sadness and intense joy, Katz’ songs, carried by his passionate, intimate voice, guide us through the gamut of human experience.

If the record leaves you wanting more, he will be continuing his habit of playing 150+ dates a year. If he isn’t already coming to a town near you, drop him a line, he’s known for making an effort to play wherever there are eager ears. 

Amanda Michelle Forsyth https://www.facebook.com/amandamichelleforsyth?sk=info

My name is Amanda Michelle Forsyth and this is my music page where I will be updating all of you about my exciting musical endeavors! Last year I released my very own EP on Itunes under my maiden name Amanda Peterson. Since then I have been writing a lot of music in hopes to release my first album in this upcoming year! Please like my page if you would like to hear my weekly covers, updates, original new music and videos!
Biography   
Life is a never ending learning experience full of excitement and inspiration, and for Amanda Michelle Forsyth, her drive and passion for life and love is very evident in her music. Growing up in a very musical environment, surrounded and influenced by many talented individuals, Amanda spent her young life exploring all aspects of music. Indulging in the classical arts, the piano, jazz and band ensembles, all those different styles of music have helped her gain experience and shape her own distinct and unique style.
After teaching herself to play the guitar, Amanda began to explore her thoughts through songwriting realizing that there was no better way to express feeling and emotion. Her honest and emotional lyrics paint pictures and tell stories that portray beautiful moments, hurtful memories, and bittersweet experiences. Her pure vocals render a certain beauty of tone, which fits flawlessly with her heartfelt melodies.
Amanda has recently been accepted into the music program at the University of Lethbridge where she will study voice and work to attain her Bachelor of Music. After releasing her Debut EP in late August of 2010 (under her name at the time Amanda Peterson), she is currently writing and working towards the release of her first album.