Leila
Florentino’s vocal magic is unmistakable and
her songwriting reveals a mind as beguiling as the
voice, reflecting the realms of love and life with
the jagged brilliance of a wine glass on the verge
of breaking.
In the lead role of "Kim"
in "Miss Saigon," Leila starred on Broadway,
performing in front of packed theaters and admiring
fans. She received rave reviews (“Florentino
sings compellingly.” – John Simon, New
York
Magazine). Now she’s pursuing a solo career
as a singer-songwriter - trading the glitz for a
more personal music vision.
Fans are spreading the word about
'Sail.'
“This is cool angst from a
superb artist! Spare and evocative… Everything
works well: the off-beat and catchy arrangements;
the spare unpretentious vocals; the lyrics straight-forward
and evocative. It's atmospheric cool though there's
heartbreak in the songs' words. I have this CD on
repeat in my player. I just love listening to it!”
- V. Sales, SF
“Just finished listening to
the CD, on headphones, for the third time through.
Gorgeous, gorgeous, Gorgeous. The voice, of course,
is perfect as always! My faves are: Freedom, Cold
Cold Heart and
Happiness is Real (this one can heal the broken
heart). ‘Sail’ is truly something special.”
- C. Powell, Los Angeles
“… a deeply personal
album, enigmatic, a courageous debut. My personal
favorites are
1) FREEDOM and
2) BACK (for their beautiful lyrics
and
3) SIT BY ME for its lilting melody.”
- S. Marietta, NYC
On April 12, 2006 , Tuniningin.com
will present Lelia @ Tangier Restaurant & Lounge
located at 2138
Hillhurst Ave.
Los Angeles,
CA 90027.
Be there at 10:15 PM.
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