HitPlay
Records
presents Elisa Girlando "Another Songbird" Music Video
url -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsd-miDpQZo
url -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsd-miDpQZo
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HitPlay
Records
presents Elisa Girlando |
| "Another Songbird" Music Video
url -http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsd-miDpQZo |
 “Music is my life” For NJ-born and raised singer Elisa Girlando, a recording contract with Sony is the next logical step in a young lifetime filled with music. (Vernon, NJ) - - - If you began the first years of your life singing songs to your recording artist/record producer Dad, took weekly voice and piano lessons since the age of 9, joined every possible music-related afterschool activity available as a child, graduated college with a performance degree and taught voice and piano since you were a teenager; then would you be surprised to have recently signed a record contract, be recording and releasing your debut CD with a major record label at the age of 25? Well, neither is Elisa Girlando! This local, North-Jersey girl takes all the remarkable events that are happening in her young life with a beautiful smile, a contagious laugh and totally in-stride. Elisa has been immersed in singing, teaching and performing music her entire life and feels lucky to be able to make it her career. “I grew up with the best R&B music-man alive, my Daddy,” Elisa proclaims with pride and sincerity. “I sang to him as a young child, he liked what he heard, and we’ve been a team ever since.” Gold-record producer/major recording artist and father Phil Garland decided to have Elisa record the song “I’m A Woman” in the Fall of 2008 for his Hit Play Record label. He played the finished song for executives at Sony, and when they heard her performance they quickly realized that her expressive voice and distinctive style were truly something special. Elisa was instantly paired with the RED Music Division of Sony/BMG that specializes in artist development and digital music distribution. It’s not often that local musical artists get signed to major records labels…what’s even more remarkable is that Elisa was signed in a matter of days based on the strength of that one song! Elisa credits her father and longtime jazz/blues vocal instructor Denise DeLieo with helping her to develop a technique that combines influences from “The power of Etta James, the smoothness of Ella Fitzgerald and the craziness of Regina Spector”, as she so aptly states. Interestingly enough, Elisa is also a huge fan of “The sound aand live performance of The Dave Matthews Band.” With rock-solid influences like these and backed by Phil Garland’s rock ‘n blues band pros “Out Of Truth”, Elisa has been able to craft a live show and debut CD that captures her mature vocal expressions and distinctive, signature style. “I think my love of music comes out in my songs, and in making my Dad proud,” Elisa beams. Although she candidly admits that it can get stressful and a little scary in the studio working with her father and his 40 years of industry experience. She laughs as she adds: “If you make a mistake in the studio while he’s playing guitar or violin, he’ll usually stop, not say a word, but simply starts to play “If I Only Had A Brain” from the Wizard of Oz!” When Elisa is not on-stage or in the studio, she is running her “Vocal & Piano Performance Camp” teaching to her “extended family” of students that literally range from a 5-year who is playing Beethoven on the piano to a 60-year old who sings every week in her church’s choir. The entire Girlando family is extremely close-knit and supportive of Elisa, all her endeavors and her success. Sister Gina, a middle school English teacher attends every show and was instrumental in tutoring Elisa on the “general education” requirements throughout middle school, high school and college. And her Mom Donna has been a mainstay at all her events and performances. “I can always find my Mom at a show bopping to the songs and singing along with the lyrics at the back of the room”, Elisa notes with a wry smile. When asked about what was one of her most memorable moments, Elisa recalls her high school Senior Prom. She was not permitted to sing that National Anthem at her high school graduation, so when it came time for the Prom, her fellow classmates voted to have her sing at that venue. “I was so honored and sang ‘Since I Fell For You’ that evening”, she recalls fondly. That might have been a little prophetic as Elisa is now engaged and set to wed “the guy who came with me to my Senior Prom” Robert Woodard in October. These days find Elisa Girlando busy singing, performing, recording and teaching…not much different for this powerful, young dynamo than her past 10 years. “Dad’s still the boss,” she laughs (with that contagious laugh), “but this is really so much fun, and all so worth it”, she concludes. Remember that you read this article, because sooner or later, you’ll be saying: “I remember when I read my first story about Elisa Girlando!” This young lady is the real deal, with a sound you have likely been wanting to hear for years, and a message of strength and conviction. |
 Elisa Girlando (lead vocals & percussion) Elisa began her musical career at a young age, studying theory and Blues vocals, ultimately earning a music degree. She worked professionally with her father, producer Phil Garland, on numerous recording projects. Along with a successful career as a vocal and piano instructor, Elisa is recording her latest CD with band, Out of Truth, which landed her a deal with HitPlay LLC distributed by Sony-BMG Red Distribution. Phil Girlando (lead guitar, electric violin, writer, & producer) As a gold record artist and producer, Phil’s accomplishments include: guitarist for the band Truth and solo artist for the album titled, Phil Garland: Dreams of a Boy. With both projects signed to major labels, Phil has continued to have success in the music industry. Phil has produced, written, and performed with some of the world's most respected musicians. He writes and records commercials as well as producing various recording artists. Brian Moldawsky (bass, blues harp) As one of the band's writers, Brian has a degree from Berklee and has been a performing professionally for 30 years. He founded dance-rock group The Jitterz, which garnered international airplay. Later, he joined Vassar Clements for recording and a national tour. Brian especially enjoys working with his dad, respected Dixieland jazz pianist, Dr. Stan Moldawsky. Dave Bollard (drums & percussion) An outstanding jazz musician since high school, Dave joined underground rock legends Maximum America and toured throughout the Northeast. In 2005 he got together with Phil to create the Out of Truth band. Barry Rose (lead guitar) Starting with piano, Barry switched to the guitar, after hearing the Beatles. Playing in various local bands, he discovered (Roulette Recording Artists) Truth. The band evolved into Phil Garland, released an album (Dreams of a Boy), toured the US, and recorded many Radio and TV spots. Now, 25 years later, he's collaborating with Phil and Out Of Truth. Bob Rubestello (keyboards) Bob has been playing keyboard for many years, consistently captivating live audiences. Bob's unique keyboard talent has kept him busy working with some of the most popular names in music, and his soulful Hammond B3 sound sets him apart from the rest.  HitPlay Records http://hitplayllc.com/ Elisa Girlando's HitPlay Records Web Page http://hitplayllc.com/elisa-girlando.html Out of Truth Band Web Site http://outoftruth.com/ Elisa Girlando and Out of Truth MySpace Page http://www.myspace.com/elisagirlando Elisa Girlando's Reverbnation Page http://www.reverbnation.com/elisa-girlando |
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VOICE”…Elisa GirlandoA true singer, with a range of sound distinctive to only one person… one of our best voices in decades…the finest tuning, intensity and color…a vocal expression of will and desire. These are just a few of the terms best used to describe the vocal talents of Elisa Girlando. Elisa is a singer with a purpose, a direction and a style all her own. She can proclaim the emotion of music and deliver the exclamation point for women everywhere with substance and style. Elisa is hot off the presses with a steamy new single “I’m A Woman” on HitPlay Records, distributed by Sony-BMG/Red. And this woman is the “real deal”, who will change your life forever. Let Elisa take you to a place you have never been before, with a sound you been wanting to hear for years and a message of strength and conviction. Bottom line: Take one listen and you’ll know: Elisa Girlando is here to stay! Click here to download a text version of this document Click here to download an MS Word version of this document Contact: Dave Bollard (Hit Play Records): 973-713-3384 ---------------------------------------------------------------
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L E A S E --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- March 12, 2009 “Phil Garland and Hit Play Records Team Up with RED Music, a Division of Sony/BMG, Creating a Powerful New Label” (Vernon, NJ) - - - “Hit Play” Records, created by Gold record producer and major recording artist Phil Garland has joined forces with RED Music, a Division of Sony/BMG Music. This unites the powerful and proven distribution, artist promotion and development strengths of RED Music with the production, performance vision and talents of Hit Play. “Hit Play Records will sign extremely talented artists and work closely with them to develop long-term, sustainable careers”, states Hit Play CEO Phil Garland. “We will do this by working with artists to develop their sound and their audience. RED Music will add the expertise required in marketing and promotion that will assist in the successful development of Hit Play artists”, he added. RED Music/Sony/BMG has been acclaimed for demonstrating a solid understanding of digital music distribution. RED Music can position, promote and place a new artist’s songs worldwide. “It was the combination of unique marketing, distribution and reputation that attracted Hit Play to RED Music; and the quality of music and dedication to the development of great artists that attracted RED Music to Hit Play”, Garland notes. The relationship between these organizations also allows Hit Play to develop new artists without the financial pressure for immediate results that a larger label would demand. “It’s more like the old ‘three record deals’ that the records companies used to give out so that artists could develop their sound, their style and more importantly their audience”, concludes Garland. Hit Play is working with the most talented musicians, writers and engineers in the industry. The label has signed contemporary vocalist Elisa Girlando to a record deal and is looking forward to her first release this Spring. Future releases will include the final recordings of legendary guitarist Larry Debari and the talented singer/songwriter Amanda Carl. For more information about Hit Play Records or any upcoming releases please visit: www.hitplayllc.com  Click here to download a text version of this document Click here to download an MS Word version of this document |
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