*Deep Breath* ...inhale...e x h a l e...

The BAD TABOO CD Launch happened on May 28, 2014 at the House of Jazz. What a build up it was with media calls and then leading to the launch. I must admit, I was a train wreck prior to stepping up on stage. But before I go on...here are some media memorabilia that you can check out. Media calls are still coming in fast and furious even though the launch is done, I am still being called for interviews so stay tuned. Click on the links to see what they think...it's pretty awesome if I do say so myself. Google translation does an OK job to give you the gist.

Montreal Gazette (Canada) :: Montreal's Global TV (Canada) :: Zicazic (France) :: Blues Underground Network (Canada) :: Sound Guardian (Croatia) :: No More Radio.com (Podcast) :: The Suburban News (Canada) :: Wasser-Prawda (Germany) :: Cashbox Canada (By the way, this is the 2nd review they do about us. Their first review confirms that we're on the right path in pushing the envelope on the Blues. Here is their review of Original Sin.) :: Le Net Blues (Quebec, Canada)

Aside from the whirlwind of Bad Taboo's CD launch, media was also ramping up for the launch of a web-series I had a role in called "Sex & Ethnicity" where I played the role of Mrs. Tan, wife to a strict Asian husband and mother of a lesbian daughter and a child with autism. Fun in an actress kinda way but no way would I like a husband like that!

So back to the launch. We had a blast! Our beloved sponsor, the House of Jazz was full to capacity. Our other much loved sponsor, Sennheiser Canada was there in spirit but supported us with another mic since this album requires 3 backup vocals. People were into the music! We even got a festival booking on the spot for October! There are some photos on the group FB page but I am purposely holding off on the videos for now. Some fans posted their videos on youtube, which I am sharing.

The day after the launch (phew!), adrenalin kicked in again as we hit the stage at the VIP Fundraiser for the West Island Blues Festival, honouring the West Island Palliative Care Residence and the West Island Black Community. Great causes! We had a big stage where each member of the band had lots of room, and of course - lots of room for me to dance around! We had a triple-exclamation-point-blast!!! We got folks up on their feet dancing, laughing at the jokes AND A STANDING OVATION!!! We also made some new friends, and the food! Oh my goodness, THE FOOD!!! A cornucopia of Caribbean, Greek, Italian fare. The bad part was that I had to be careful not to overeat before going on stage. But what the hey! I had seconds and it was well worth the tummy confusion after the show! LOL

The band is definitely a solid unit. Not only are we musical colleagues, we are friends. There were funny moments behind the stage where Tim, our keyboardist, was fighting with the thick curtains to get backstage. It was a slapstick sight to behold. Then there is Rami, our guitarist, who misunderstood the lyrics on the hook of "Not Worth The Show", thinking that I am singing something X-Rated. I still giggle.

So now, something a bit more serious. To our new fans, we truly appreciate the enthusiasm you have regarding our new album (Bad Taboo) by spreading the word on the internet & social media. However, posting a studio-version of a song, i.e. ripping/copying any song (or the whole album) and posting it on youtube, FB & other media without authorization & our consent hurts us more than your intent to help us. Doing that robs us of earning a living. As well, you could get in trouble with copyright laws (theft of intellectual property). The best way to support us is by sharing the links where to purchase the album or singles or even better, request a tune from your local radio station and if they do not know who we are, direct them to our online pages (FB, youtube, website, etc.) Here are the links to help promote the album and its singles.
https://www.facebook.com/CarolynFeBluesCollective/app_470868196288052
http://www.cdbaby.com/carolynfebluescollective
http://www.carolyn-fe.com/

Thank you for understanding, thank you for helping us make a living out of our passions for you to enjoy. We love you!