Archive for December, 2008

Feist

Declared ‘Thrift-Store Diva‘ by Rolling Stone, ‘The Breakthrough Artist‘ of 2007 by Vanity Fair, and ‘The Wanderer‘ by Vogue, Feist has worked her way through the various ends of the music world and made a real name for herself. With the success of her 2004 album Let It Die she was able to excite fans everywhere going on a 3 year tour. Her newest album is as loved yet a sound that stands alone, Feist shows longevity for she is ever changing. (more…)

Mika, an eccentric and talented singer/songwriter, was born in Lebanon and has since lived his life globe trotting from the States to Paris to London and back, seeking out music as a refuge and outlet. Now he is recognized anywhere he goes for his colorful, funky, and whimsical shows that are somewhat like a traveling three ring circus. (more…)

Laurence, a member of the FanShake Team has shared with us her top songs playlist… (more…)

Skye and Claire Joseph play for FanShake. ©FanShake

Claire Joseph and Skye recently sat down to talk to FanShake about how they stay connected to their fans. The music industry has been completely transformed with the rise of the internet and social networking sites. Smart musicians have taken notice and have changed the way they interact with their fans. (more…)

Here is another member of the FanShake Team Bruno’s playlist… (more…)

Claire Joseph et Skye avec quelqu'uns de FanShake Joenny et Courtney (c) FanShake

À l’autre bout de Paris, dans le onzième arrondissement chez le patron de FanShake, Claire Joseph est arrivée avec sa guitare pour notre interview. Elle était accompagnée par son amie chanteuse Skye. Elles avaient préparé quelques chansons pour nous. Les présentations faites, nous nous sommes assises autour d’un verre de thé… (more…)

Courtney, a member of the FanShake team has shared her top songs playlist… (more…)

Joenny and Claire Joseph (c) FanShake

All the way out on the eastern side of Paris, in the FanShake head honcho’s house, Claire Joseph arrived with her guitar in hand for our interview. She was accompanied by her musician friend Skye who was being interviewed as well. The girls came prepared to play a couple tunes so we could post it on the site. After we exchanged real French kisses (one on each cheek) they came in, set up, and we sat down for some tea… (more…)

Skye performing.

FanShake recently got the chance to interview Skye. Skye toured with Christophe Willem last summer and most recently released the first part of her new English-language album “All My Tears.” She was able to take an afternoon out of her hectic schedule to talk to us at FanShake. (more…)