Rozzi Crane Named April "Best Vocalist Of The Month" With Her Song “Know Your Name”
Rozzi Crane
Rozzi Crane, a promising, young pop/soul singer/writer based in Los Angeles, CA, has won the April SingerUniverse “Best Vocalist Of The Month” Competition, for her performance of her song “Know Your Name/” This song will be featured on her upcoming EP, which she will release independently this spring.
"Know Your Name” is an appealing midtempo cut which has a classic '60s groove. The song starts off relaxed and understated, with Crane's vocals in the verses recalling Norah Jones' sensual style. Then in the choruses and later in the song, Crane brings up the energy, singing in a higher range, with more intensity. "Know Your Name" provides a fine showcase for Crane's vocals, and this recording was skillfully produced by Don Boyette (a prominent L.A. bassist who is known for touring with Michael Jackson).
Crane, who is 18, was born and raised in San Francisco, CA, where she began singing and performing at a young age, at talent shows and in musical theater productions. She was inspired by listening to such favorite artists as Alicia Keys, Stevie Wonder and James Morrison. During high school, Crane began writing songs, and she released her first EP at the beginning of her senior year. In addition, she started playing with a band, and they performed a set during halftime of a Golden State Warriors basketball game.
After graduating from high school last June (2009), Crane decided to attend U.S.C. and move to Los Angeles. "I wanted to go to U.S.C., where I'm now majoring in Popular Music at the Thornton School Of Music on campus," explained Crane. "I also liked moving to L.A., where I could work with other musicians in the music industry. Also at U.S.C., I had the opportunity last fall to be the opening act for the Steve Miller Band - it was a great experience."
Rozzi Crane
Besides the Steve Miller show, Crane has opened for Neal Schon (of Journey) at the House Of Blues in Hollywood, and she will be opening for Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. "I will be going on a tour, playing gigs in California (L.A., San Diego, the Bay Area) and in New Mexico," she said.
In addition to touring, Crane has also been able to place songs in TV shows. Four of her songs were placed in the Lifetime movie, Sins Of The Mother.
Currently, Crane is very pleased with the progress she's making. "I'm having an amazing time performing and working in Los Angeles, and it's been great going to U.S.C.," she said. "I'm looking forward to finishing my new EP and releasing it soon. And I'm writing new songs every day."
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