Following her magnetic singles ‘Kiss Me In The Rain’ and ‘Rainbow’, award-winning singer-songwriter and keyboardist Denise Marsa has revealed her triumphant new album release ‘PIVOTAL’. Scheduled to drop via her label KeyMedia Group on 14th June, the album promises to be one of her most electrifying works yet, taking listeners through a musical passage of self-discovery.
‘PIVOTAL’ signifies Marsa’s rise as an unstoppable recording artist, following the success of her previous release and a career spanning decades. Produced by herself alongside Janosch Roth, Anna Paulin, and Viktor Becker of Lautstumm Studios in Germany, ‘PIVOTAL’ boasts a diverse range of musical influences reflecting the singer-songwriter’s multifaceted artistry and unwavering commitment to stylistic expression. Marking a distinctive milestone in her discography, the album promises to be her most commercial offering to date.
From the irresistible ‘Roll With Me’ to the contemporary ballad ‘Dry Spell’, ‘PIVOTAL’ is set to demonstrate Marsa’s evident versatility as a lyricist. Exploring the effects of desire, loneliness and relationship complexities, a gripping narrative is woven into each captivating soundscape. The album portrays Marsa at her most vulnerable, revealing an array of emotions and meaning that interplay with her illusive vocal performance throughout.
‘PIVOTAL’ is driven by sublime production, distinguishing Marsa as a musician who is truly one of a kind. Intertwining angelic atmospheres with memorable moments of dance-pop, the artist explores a combination of shimmering synths, cascading arpeggios, haunting stacks of harmonies and hypnotic rhythms. The addition of a sultry guitar introduces a rock element to the album, which is elevated by a stellar collaboration on several tracks with British guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Paul A. Harvey. The bulk of the vocal performances were expertly engineered by Brad Marripodi, BMG US VP, Creative Production, Production Music (with a few vocal sessions handled by Marsa herself) the upcoming collection of songs is set to propel Marsa’s career to impressive new heights.
‘Rainbow (Until Dawn Remix)’ is the euphoric closing number of ‘PIVOTAL’ infused with messages of hope, renewal, and optimism. Combining an anthemic dance-pop groove with an up-tempo jubilant arrangement, Marsa’s heartfelt vocals seamlessly float over a dynamic bed of vibrant guitar riffs enriched with soaring strings. Poised to be a summer chart-topper and LGBTQ+ anthem, Marsa provides a beacon of light for listeners, inviting them to love whomever, whenever, however, and wherever.
The self-taught keyboardist, singer-songwriter, and producer, renowned for her innovative blend of alt-Indie pop, has been mixing music genres since first moving to New York City in the 1970s. As a composer who steps out from the restrictions of boundaries and labels, Marsa decided to start her own label, KeyMedia Group. She released her debut solo album ‘Self’, which garnered strong reviews in several indie press outlets, including the now-defunct The Album Network. All Music described the album as “an extraordinary collection that showcases Denise Marsa’s songwriting skills. Some even compare her to Elton John, but with the added distinction that she is the songwriter herself.” In 2011, Marsa began writing her second album, ‘Live Forever’, with little promotion behind it. It garnered a New Mexico Music Award for Best Production (co-producer Andy Gabrys) and Songwriting for the song ‘Steady’. In 2022, Marsa started directing and producing her own music videos for her songs.
Denise Marsa’s musical journey is one defined by individualism and fearlessness. In addition to her musical endeavours, Marsa has established herself as an accomplished playwright, author and advocate for mental health awareness. Infusing her music with soaring levels of authenticity, her lyricism is embedded with new layers of depth and social consciousness. She has performed in various popular venues, including The Roxy and The Troubadour in Los Angeles, and Theatre Row in New York City. In 2017, she began working on her one-woman show ‘The Pass’, a recollection of her ongoing career, presented in vignettes and songs. Premiering in London at The Playground Theatre for two nights, ‘The Pass’ received glowing reviews. In 2021, ‘The Pass’ won the Best Concert Award from the United Solo Festival in New York.
Marsa originally rose to success in 1978, kickstarting her career with a No.3 single in the UK singles chart and number 6 in Australia in early 1979 with ‘Lucky Stars’. After being approached by Dean Friedman to sing on his second album ‘“Well, Well” Said The Rocking Chair’, the artist jumped on the duet and provided backing vocals for several other songs. Due to her name not being publicized on the single, Marsa was dubbed the ‘mystery voice’ for a short time.
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