Karina Deniké: Noirish Torch Songs and ’60s Soul

Karina Deniké presents an original set of reflective songs filled with tales of female aviators, love, memory, as well as personal and regional history. Drawing from Eastern European lullabies and sea shanties, as well as pop music from the 1930s-1960s, Deniké’s vocally driven pieces feature a distinctive ensemble that includes bass clarinet, chord organ, piano, and baritone guitar. Bay Area pianist and vocalist Christianna Valentina opens the evening with her raw, minimalist take on Argentine tango, Brazilian and American standards.

Featuring:
Karina Deniké – vocals, chord organ
Meryl Press and Christie Winn – vocals
James Frazier – Fender VI guitar
Michael McIntosh – piano
Cory Wright – bass clarinet
Jason Levis – drums

Karina Deniké is a San Francisco vocalist, bandleader, and songwriter who moves fluidly from intimate torch song chanteuse to soul singer to punk powerhouse. With a focus on performance and an obsession with the voice as an instrument, Deniké is known for vocal harmonies that can hush rooms with a whisper and break hearts with a shout. Her acclaimed original 2015 album, Under Glass, was named one of the top 10 Bay Area jazz albums of 2015 by KQED. Deniké, who has released over 25 albums as collaborator, solo artist, or guest on major and independent labels, is a current touring member of NOFX, the Cottontails, the Bluebelles, and Marc & the Casuals, and she leads her own self-titled band.

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Photo by: Joe Picard
 

 
Time: Doors 7:00PM / Show 7:30PM
Admission: $10-20 sliding scale
Tickets will not be sold in advance for this event – please arrive at the Red Poppy when doors open to purchase tickets. All ages are welcome.

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