Talent, beauty and intrigue come in many forms. But you can find all three in the compelling voice of Minneapolis native, Breanna. Breanna could be Minnesota’s next pop music singer to climb to national prominence. With a voice as natural and soulful as she is unassuming and alluring, the young artist from the Twin Cities suburb of Eagan stands on the threshold.
Breanna’s latest CD release, “No Other Love”, showcases her big voice and the seasoned songwriting and production of Jud Friedman, who first discovered her after an extensive Internet talent search. Friedman, an Oscar-, Grammy- and Golden Globe-nominated songwriter, has penned hits for such stellar singers as Whitney Houston ("Run to You"), James Ingram ("I Don’t Have the Heart"), Tina Turner, Rod Stewart, Barbra Streisand and others.
"There’s something very special about her voice," Friedman says, recalling the first time he heard her sing: "She videotaped an a cappella song for me out on the front lawn at her home. I could hear it then, that little mysterious Minneapolis thing. You’re not sure what it is, but she’s got this sound in her that is so soulful and emotional. Breanna's voice stands out; it has power and passion, and her technique was always in the service of communicating real emotion, not just going over the top for its own sake."
Her CD, “No Other Love”, is a collection of songs that are very personal to her. “All my girlfriends and I approach our relationships with guys differently, and these songs speak to the many feelings and emotions we’ve experienced as we try to relate to the guys. The songs are at times fun, sassy, assertive, introspective, and romantic. Whatever girls are going through, there are songs they will relate to; and the guys will definitely recognize themselves in these songs. It’s a relationship CD that both guys and girls will get a lot out of – both musically and emotionally.”
Breanna has performed for thousands of fans at radio shows, sporting events, charity shows and club dates. Her last single, “You Don’t Have to Be Strong” was featured as “Single of the Week” on iTunes where it broke the record for number of downloads.
Breanna lists Lauryn Hill and Jewel as two of her favorite singer-songwriters; and Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys and india.arie as some of her most admired singers and influences.
"I’ll always be singing no matter what happens," she insists. "Even if it’s by myself on some street corner." Chances are more than just the lamppost or her front lawn will be privy to this young woman’s splendid vocal prowess.
Chances are everyone will be hearing a lot more of Breanna’s "mysterious little Minneapolis thing".
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