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For Pete's Sake
Aura3
"Marilyn, Dodi and Nancy have unique voices... and their harmonies are flawless." an eclectic mix of acoustic pop/folk/rock with a dash of the blues from the 3 three singer/songwriters and some well known friends.
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For Pete's Sake (P.Tork/J.Richards) | 3:53 | Play |
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Work It Baby (M.Ingram/D.Shore) | 4:27 | Play |
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Water Under the Bridge (D.Shore) | 3:41 | Play |
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I'm Not As Innocent (N.Smith) | 3:25 | Play |
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Once Touched By Flame (J.L. Stanley) | 3:06 | Play |
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My Dream, My Fantasy (D.Shore) | 5:46 | Play |
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Crazy Love (M.Ingram) | 4:35 | Play |
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I Must Be Dreamin' (N.Smith) | 4:13 | Play |
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Leave This Ol' Town (D.Shore) | 3:57 | Play |
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Ageless & Timeless (M.Ingram) | 4:33 | Play |
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Old Man (N.Young) | 3:36 | Play |
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Let Me Be Your Angel (M.Ingram) | 4:02 | Play |
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Description
"...excellent vocalists
with a unique ability to deliver a message. ~ Eric Zanetis -Nashville, TN.
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"Marilyn, Dodi and Nancy have unique voices that work together well and their harmonies are flawless." Jeffrey Hahne ~ Go Triad Magazine
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ARTICLES: The Villager Voice Magazine
The folk/pop trio AURA released their 3rd CD, "For Pete's Sake" on Tuesday, September 2, 2004. Joining the ladies as guest artists performing on the CD and for a concert and release event on Sunday, September 7 were Peter Tork and James Lee Stanley. The two musicians flew in from California for the event and to make several appearances at the Lewisville Lawn Party, an arts festival held annually in North Carolina.
The new CD includes a dozen tunes, most of which were penned by the three singer/songwriters that compose the trio: Dodi Shore, Nancy Smith and Marilyn Ingram. The title song, "For Pete's Sake," which was written by Tork and a co-writer during the 60's, is best known as the closing theme from The Monkees TV show. A James Lee Stanley song, "Once Touched by Flame" is also covered on the album.
Aura's new CD showcases the unique vocal abilities of the singer/songwriter group. From the strangely haunting rendition of "My Dream, My Fantasy" by Shore to the "I'm Not As Innocent" with a hint of country by Smith. Each song seems to have been perfectly chosen for the solo performances.
Marilyn Ingram showcases her sulty style with the song. "Crazy Love." Shore performs brilliantly on the 12-string guitar on most of the tracks. There is also enough diversity in choice of original songs to make this CD interesting. Even the CD cover reflects the raw simplicity of the songs. The artwork featured is a metal sculpture by award winning artist, Frank Holder.
Original songwriting along with an eclectic blend of voices that can really harmonize make For Pete's Sake AURA's best CD to date.
Aura will be touring behind the CD in the fall/winter of 2003 and later in the spring and summer of 2004 as part of a larger tour that might include dates with both Tork and Stanley. More information is available at the AURA website located at www.aura3.net and at Woodland Moth Productions.
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GROUP Personnell and Instrumentation
For Pete's Sake - c. 2003, Alotavocal Records
Sound Engineer/Final Mix - Bil Jenko, Whynot Ranch, W-S, NC
Recorded at Whynot Ranch and Beachwood Records, Woodland Hils, CA
Dodi - Guild 12 string acoustic, bass pedals, blues harp, lead/harmony/backing vocals
Marilyn - lead/harmony/backing vocals, small percussion, ocassional keys
Nancy - lead/harmony/backing vocals, small percussion
Guests Artists:
James Lee Stanley - lead guitar on "Pete's Sake" - Taylor electric acoustic
Peter Tork - Ode long necked banjo on "Pete's Sake"
Megan Ingram- African drum and balaphone on "Crazy Love"
Bil Jenko "Marilyn's angel chord" on keys
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BAND BACKGROUND: The trio originated in 1992 and performed at numerous festivals and events for several years under the name Dodi & Co.
They recorded an ensemble CD in the late 90's (Dodi & Co.) and later an acoustic EP (Damsels in Distress). The group name was changed to AURA in 2000.
The new CD (For Pete's Sake) was recorded and released in 2003. The ladies put on an energetic live show, preforming primarily at festivals and events where they have opened for/performed with Peter Tork and James Lee Stanley. They have also opened for Firefall, The James House Band, Shoe Suede Blues and others.
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BAND NOTES:
Influences: The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Melanie, CSNY, Mammas and Pappas, Allman Bros. Band, and Cher would be listed among the groups eclectic influences, but working with Peter and James (Two Man Band) has been the influence.
The CD "For Pete's Sake," is somewhat of a tribute album to Tork and Stanley.
Shore admits that "Once Touched By Flame," a James Lee Stanley tune, summed it up for her. "The guys (Tork and Stanley) strolled across our paths one day, and everything changed. The song pretty much says it all. And we don't mind if they know it."
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Interview on the title cut:
The title song, "For Pete's Sake," which was written by Peter Tork and a co-writer in the 60's, was one that Ingram particularly wanted to cover...
"Love is understanding? A simple statement indeed, but in that simplicity lies the strength, and
the work that needs to be done. Sing those lyrics to anyone who truly cares about anything or anyone.
I wanted the arrangement to be mystical and expand on the original weaving of voices and instruments. We all sat down one night, Dodi with just her guitar. I sang what I was hearing for the intro to the song and Dodi began to play the guitar part that she was hearing. It was late, the room was darkened...we just began to sing the harmonies...which often send chills up your spine when we hit it just right. We got it right that night.
I thought that the arrangement was good enough to let Peter hear it, so we recorded a little demo for him, took it to him and held our breath. Thank God he liked it.
I (we) love what the guys (Peter and James) played on the arrangement. I cannot really explain how much we love it, it is just sheer joy.
If a man can play sunlight or make you feel the effects of sunlight - Peter Tork can do it on his banjo. I will stand by that statement.
Now add James' oh sooo fabulous, slinnnky, spaaacey, lead guitar work! The whole thing was beautiful - we cried in the studio when the guys final tracks were played back. The part at the end - well you will have to listen to the CD - is "worth the price of the course" so to speak.
And that Peter was OK with our arrangement of this particular song? Well that was more than we could have hoped for."
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REVIEWS:
Snippet from: Aura at The Grape Jam Festival @ Black Wolf Vineyards
The Wolf's Lair in Dobson, NC recently offered the perfect blend of that old adage - wine, women and song. The wines were Black Wolf's own, the songs were played by several groups at a great little event called The Grape Jam and the women in question were an acoustic trio called Aura.
When Aura hits the stage, it doesn't take long to notice that this group is very different. At center stage is Dodi Shore, effortlessly playing 12 string guitar, bass pedals and singing - simultaneously. Her talent is as unmistakable as is her coordination. One finds themselves looking for the bass player, only to find that one need to look no further than Shore's feet. Not something you see every day, or any day but this, actually. Shore is also a soprano that can hit the high notes.
Marilyn Ingram holds down stage right with a charismatic presence and a sexy, smoky alto. You also cannot help but be drawn in to the assortment of small percussion instruments she plays with conviction and great flair. Energy is ever present and when she sings, the emotion is real. She also interacts with the band and the audience and can be rather witty.
Nancy Smith has a clear alto and a good range. Her lead vocals are sassy with a country edge. Both Smith and Ingram contribute to what could be called the "heavy small percussion" that distinguishes Aura's brand of music. The double tambourine players on several songs is particularly impressive and visual. But make no mistake, it is the vocals, drifting in and out of flawless harmony, that give this group their real Aura.