Vanessa Carlton with Stevie - Carousel (Live from Sunset Sessions) mp3

[SapphireSister]

For having heard the album "thousands" of times she sure doesn't seem to know the words to the song very well...

On another note - I've said it before and I'm going to say it again. I really don't see what the big deal is with Vanessa. Stevie seems to think she's the end all be all and given I don't know her personally she could very well be an amazing person but as far as her abilities as a musician I think her voice is mediocre at best and her stage presence does not blow me away. I also am resentful because I think Circle Dance was far superior without her on it. She kind of killed it for me. I will however admit that she's a great song-writer and that goes a long way for me these days. It's also possible I'm a bit jealous of her relationship with Stevie, ha! At least I admit it.

During the Sound Sessions thing on Saturday Vanessa snuck in at one point and went over and whispered something in Stevie's ear when one of the songs was playing and she was sitting next to Sharon and Lori. I wonder what she said??

[michelej1]

Originally Posted by Josh2003

...Or Chris, which I think is probably more likely

Great point. After the paternity test, the kids are all free to stake their claims on the Stevie Nicks merchandising inheritance.

Michele

[jannieC]

Stevie's eyesight must be incredibly impaired- those glasses are thick! She was very sweet and I loved how she said that Vanessa has opened for her for many many many years-lol.

Imagine how Vanessa sees her; what a lovely supportive friend.

[jkmaletic]

Originally Posted by SapphireSister

For having heard the album "thousands" of times she sure doesn't seem to know the words to the song very well...

On another note - I've said it before and I'm going to say it again. I really don't see what the big deal is with Vanessa. Stevie seems to think she's the end all be all and given I don't know her personally she could very well be an amazing person but as far as her abilities as a musician I think her voice is mediocre at best and her stage presence does not blow me away. I also am resentful because I think Circle Dance was far superior without her on it. She kind of killed it for me. I will however admit that she's a great song-writer and that goes a long way for me these days. It's also possible I'm a bit jealous of her relationship with Stevie, ha! At least I admit it.

During the Sound Sessions thing on Saturday Vanessa snuck in at one point and went over and whispered something in Stevie's ear when one of the songs was playing and she was sitting next to Sharon and Lori. I wonder what she said??

What ? I was sitting right in front of sharon and Lori and never noticed Vanessa. That's funny I never saw her, but I definitely noticed when Stevie was behind me a couplke times. in fact i'm still high from all that!

[SapphireSister]

Originally Posted by jkmaletic

What ? I was sitting right in front of sharon and Lori and never noticed Vanessa. That's funny I never saw her, but I definitely noticed when Stevie was behind me a couplke times. in fact i'm still high from all that!

I didn't notice it but then the woman next to me said "there's Vanessa Carlton" and I turned around and saw a girl walk in and right up to Stevie that looked like Vanessa so I'm assuming it was her.

Also, Jamie I was wondering if you got to see Stevie when she was lip-synching and rocking out during the new tunes. Your view may have been obstructed by the big poster she was kind of hiding behind but I could not take my eyes off of her the whole time she was rockin' out. I had a perfect view. Did you see any of that?

[CADreaming]

Originally Posted by APerfectLie

"Well we're not any religion at all!"

That answers the "Is Stevie A Christian?" thread!!

Tell me she doesn't have a computer!!

[jkmaletic]

Originally Posted by SapphireSister

I didn't notice it but then the woman next to me said "there's Vanessa Carlton" and I turned around and saw a girl walk in and right up to Stevie that looked like Vanessa so I'm assuming it was her.

Also, Jamie I was wondering if you got to see Stevie when she was lip-synching and rocking out during the new tunes. Your view may have been obstructed by the big poster she was kind of hiding behind but I could not take my eyes off of her the whole time she was rockin' out. I had a perfect view. Did you see any of that?

Yes I occasionally saw her becaus she'd step forward sometimes. Once she bent her head around and sung a line to Lori and Sharon.

[brysondt]

When she says nephew, pretty sure she is referring to her cousin's son. He's a friend of mine, and indeed, he enjoyed Vanessa being there, haha. Who wouldn't? She's awesome.

[gldstwmn]

Originally Posted by CADreaming

Tell me she doesn't have a computer!!

Yeah I'm not buying that one either.

[Josh2003]

Originally Posted by brysondt

When she says nephew, pretty sure she is referring to her cousin's son. He's a friend of mine, and indeed, he enjoyed Vanessa being there, haha. Who wouldn't? She's awesome.

And is he drop-dead gorgeous? :-)

[brysondt]

He is very drop dead gorgeous! And funny too.

[CADreaming]

Originally Posted by brysondt

When she says nephew, pretty sure she is referring to her cousin's son. He's a friend of mine, and indeed, he enjoyed Vanessa being there, haha. Who wouldn't? She's awesome.

Oh, that must be John's son Corwin?

[gypsy4life]

I want to spend Christmas with the Nickses!!

[michelej1]

http://thecoastnews.com/view/full_st...oast_more_news
The Coast News, by Alyx Sariol Coast News Group

Read more: Coast News Group - Event offers new artists radio station exposure

CARLSBAD — Radio industry insiders packed the 14th annual Sunset Sessions conference in Carlsbad on Feb. 17, kicking off a three-day conference that featured discussion panels, live performances and listening parties.

Professionals flew in from around the country for the annual music-filled event, which was held at Carlsbad’s La Costa Resort and Spa, 2100 Costa del Mar Road. More than 800 people attended the event that included performances by 45 musical acts.

“The purpose of Sunset Sessions is to expose new artists by giving them a place to be heard by radio stations and music supervisors,” event founder Michele Clark said. “Everyone invited is committed to hear out these bands and at least give them a chance.”

Many unsigned artists performed at this year’s event, including Jason Spooner; Parker Ainsworth; the Alternate Routes; and Chris Amodeo.

“It’s all about the new artists, but I always like to bring in a couple of favorites and known artists,” Clark said. “We actually got Stevie Nicks to play with Vanessa Carlton Saturday night; that was quite a surprise.”

Record labels like Warner Bros. Records and Ninth Street Opus also sponsored Late Night Lounge events, highlighting established and upcoming talent on their rosters.

Warner Bros.’ Ximena Sariñana impressed the audience with tracks off her first English language album, while Iron & Wine received crowd requests to perform his older work.

“I remember what it was like the first time I heard Iron & Wine’s ‘Lion’s Mane’ and I love having a job where I can share that same feeling with other people,” Tim Johnston of Boise, Idaho’s KRVB station said before Iron & Wine’s performance.

Other events included a screening of movie “May I Be Frank”; an album preview and interview session with Stevie Nicks; a panel to review up-and-coming radio singles; and an interactive discussion exploring how music supervisors select songs for film and television.

Clark first launched Sunset Sessions based on her experience with independent radio promotions. “I thought if I can get these bands to play in front of these radio stations and music supervisors, it will help them understand what these bands are all about,” she said.

Sunset Sessions has significantly grown since Clark’s first event, which featured nine bands and was attended by 90 people. For the first time, she is also hosting a summer installment that will feature alternative rock this June, also at La Costa Resort and Spa.

“Literally, we’re working right up until the last minute and it makes me crazy,” she said. “It’s a lot of work but ultimately, it’s extremely gratifying.”


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[APerfectLie]

I love how she says she wants to explain why she has the words infront of her, but she goes off on some tangent and never says exactly why! All well tho, she looks and sounds amazing!