Gaby Moreno
Hotel Cafe
Hollywood, CA

The Players: Gaby Moreno, lead vocals, guitar; Sebastian Aymanns,
drums, vocals; Leslie Lowe, bass, vocals.

Material: Gaby Moreno’s music is as sweet and steamy as the rain forests
that envelop her native country,Guatemala. She simply keeps you
guessing where she’s going to take each song next. Original, fresh and
provocative, Moreno’s material does more than hold your attention,
it magnifies it. Her music is hard to define, yet that is what makes her
songs so intriguing. Definitely some ‘60s vibes happening, but for the
most part her tunes are borderline innovative.

Musicianship: Moreno sings and your neck hair stands at attention.
Her voice is as clear as mountain spring water truly a sound to be heard. Few artists can hold a note
with such clarity and make your jaw drop—she does both. Moreno
is equally talented on the guitar,strumming and picking her way
through the set like nobody’s business. She is backed by drummer
Aymanns who also sings, along with Lowe on the bass. Both blend and
vibe well with Moreno’s style, adding a certain sparkle to the show.

Performance: This artist’s stage presence can at first seem gentle
and pure, but she proved that she can lash out and exert as
much energy as a lightning storm.The performance was tight and
professional with a spunky overtone that dominated the gig. Moreno’s
music seemed to grow with the set list, seeping deeply into your
conscience. Powerful and enticing, Moreno left you wanting more from
the moment the last chord was struck.

Summary: Simply an artist who cannot be overlooked, Gaby Moreno
exudes confidence, charm and professionalism. She is unique
in a way that draws you in, holds you there and refuses to let go.
Moreno’s material is not only ready for the masses, it has the potential to
take music in a different direction.

-Tom Laurie

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