Berkeley, CA — Musical siren Laurie Lewis embarks on a new melodious journey with the upcoming release of her new CD Blossoms. For the last decade, Laurie Lewis’ recordings could fit pretty comfortably in almost anyone’s definition of “bluegrass music.” Twice voted the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Female Vocalist of the Year, she is widely recognized for her ground-breaking work in that field. With the release of Blossoms, she is stretching those boundaries, and expressing a creative freedom that, while her traditional string band roots are still evident, can not be tied to one genre.

Blossoms blends multiple musical genres that may not be anticipated by devoted Laurie Lewis bluegrass fans, but those who have followed her most closely will see it as a natural outgrowth of her musical sensibilities and varied influences. Sophisticated lyrics, unexpected folk hybrids, twangy country, traditional and contemporary bluegrass and a cappella harmonies topped off with melded tinges of jazz join to create a joyful compilation of songs.

Blossoms is delightful, intimate, meditative, heart-touching, evocative, funny, mournful and refined. Meshing eclectic styles, Laurie Lewis weaves together layers of textured music to create a tapestry of positivity, fulfillment and inspiration.

Joining Lewis for her pre-release celebration will be mandolinist and long-time singing partner Tom Rozum, fiddler Chad Manning (David Grisman’s Bluegrass Experience), banjoist Patrick Sauber, and bassist Andrew Conklin, Oakland’s Tietjen Sisters on vocals, fiddler Suzy Thompson, and other special guests.

For more information about Laurie Lewis, and the purchase of her upcoming CD release, Blossoms, please visit Laurie Lewis online.

Blossoms Track Listing

• How Can I Keep From Singing?
• Lark in the Morning
• Chains of Letters
• Cool Your Jets
• The Roughest Road
• Burley Coulter’s Song for Kate Helen Branch
• Unfinished Life
• Sophie’s House
• Beaver Creek
• Return to the Fire
• Here Today
• Train of Love
• Tell Me True
• Sirens