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Patrick
04-14-2006, 05:18 PM
In Matador's long and storied history, we've had the pleasure of being associated with some ridiculously talented singer-songwriters. The latest name we're happy to add to that pantheon is the NYC-based vocalist/guitarist Jennifer O'Connor, whose 3rd CD, the recent 'The Color & The Light' (Red Panda) has been one of most direct, evocative and powerful works we've encountered in ages.

O'Connor, formerly of the Atlanta band Violet, has been knocking around the USA throughout '05, supporting the likes of Lou Barlow, the Go-Betweens, Feist and Vic Chesnut, bringing her confessional songs of loss, desire, love and despair to the stage, either as a soloist or fronting a trio.

Jennifer's Matador debut is tentatively on tap for the fall of next year, but in the meantime, you can check out her website at:

http://www.jenniferoconnor.net

johansen smith
04-14-2006, 05:46 PM
I like what I'm hearing on her site, should be interesting!

bucolic
04-29-2006, 06:46 PM
J O'C's signing reminds me of why this is my favorite label. How about some Matador showcases in NYC? I heard the S x SW show was great!

Patrick
04-29-2006, 10:18 PM
Jennifer curated a 5-show residency at Rothko (she was going to play every Tuesday in May and one in June, I think) - but was canceled due to Rothko being temporarily closed down by the city.

However there are some other shows on the tours (http://www.matadorrecords.com/tours) page, with more to scheduled. soon.

Patrick