Annie HaslamCountry of origin:England, now lives in U.S. Type of music generally:Pop Status:Most recent release, Woman Transcending (compilation, 2007) See also:Annie Haslam's site Comparisons:Mary Fahl, Sally Oldfield (similar voice) General comments:Annie Haslam has a very beautiful, clear, and expressive soprano voice. She has a dramatic and emotional delivery. She was with the English band Renaissance, which played classical-influenced prog rock a la Yes or Emerson, Lake and Palmer. (wpm@value.net) Recordings:
Annie in WonderlandRelease info:1977—WEA International Availability:See Annie Haslam's site Ecto priority:Highly recommended Group members:Annie Haslam—vocals, backing vocals Guest artists:Jon Camp—bass, bass pedals, guitar, acoustic guitar, backing vocals Produced by:Roy Wood Comments:It's arguably (in my opinion) the best of her solo efforts. (nightwol@dircon.co.uk) Annie HaslamRelease info:1989 Availability:See Annie Haslam's site Ecto priority:Highly recommended Group members:Annie Haslam—vocals,backing vocals Guest artists:Peter Bliss—guitar, programming, backing vocals Produced by:Larry Fast Comments:This is well worth getting. Very "produced" which tends to obscure the singing a little at times, and the songs vary in strength, but a good showcase for Annie's voice. (nightwol@dircon.co.uk) Blessing in DisguiseRelease info:1994—re-released 2007 Availability:Wide Ecto priority:Recommended for fans Group members:Annie Haslam—vocals Guest artists include:John Arbo—bass, string bass, backing vocals Produced by:Tony Visconti Comments:This is billed as "Annie Haslam's Renaissance" it has more to offer lovers of Annie's voice than it does to Renaissance fans in general. The songs are pretty ordinary, and the musicians not up to much (in my opinion) but it is distinctively Annie singing. ((nightwol@dircon.co.uk)) Further info:Annie covered Yes's "Turn of the century" on the Tales From Yesterday tribute album. Thanks to JoAnn Whetsell for work on this entry.
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