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The Kristin Berardi Band

by Kristin Berardi

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1.
Live Rite 05:42
I need to talk to you About the time we talked about us. I said I had no time, But now I see that I was so afraid of being hurt again I fooled myself for awhile that I had no time to give, though that's contray to what I, I am one who believes that if you love someone you must.. You must make the time to give, Prioritize and live rite.
2.
Murphy's Law 04:36
Over and over I set myself up for a fall. Dreaming away, All in my head it goes on. Thoughtful remarks are assured and he might kiss my cheek. But all this remains only a part of a dream; As if part of Murphy's Law. As if part of Murphy's Law. Over and over I play all the parts of the score, sweet things he'll say to me, but this remains only part of my imagination. As if part of Murphy's Law. As if part of Murphy's Law. But who was Murphy anyway? And why would he get in my head to know what I think, and know what I'd like just so he won't let it happen? It's so much easier to blame it on the old boy. At least that way it's not me they try to avoid. It's just cos of Murphy's Law. Please say that it's Murphy's Law. Murphy's Law.
3.
It's funny how you can be held by someone and yet feel cold. It's funny how you can be surrounded by people and yet feel so alone. It sometimes scares me how we can choose what we see and what we don't, so we can stay the same; Believing no one cares, no one sees, and no one would notice if we went away. It's funny how you can want someone to love you and yet not want that at the same time. It's funny how you want to know what the future will bring and yet still want that element of surprise. It's funny that what they say is so true - that you must first love yourself before you can let another love you. But how they forget to tell you that although you may love someone forever, they may not love you the way you want them to. You want to be in control, and yet you want other people to make decisions for you; too tired to take care of your life you fail to see that indecision is deciding not to. It's funny how you can feel everything and nothing at all, at once. It's funny how you can know of love and pain, of hope and sorrow, and yet feel numb.
4.
Is it true when you say you want me, what you say is for sure? Will you want me tomorrow baby, or each Thursday, no more? Cos I won't wait for you. Wait around for you to perhaps decide that you don't want to be with me after all. So I choose not to go through it all. So be straight with me baby, don't you think you'll fool me around. Maybe once I was like that but now (I)'m walkin on stronger ground. I won't save me for you. If you go I'll move on, cos I'm practising self respect, and I'm stronger now So I don't need you. (Repeat all) This is the Last Time.
5.
Missing You 05:14
Missing you, missing who you were. Missing us, missing trust, but I've got to let it go. I still go to call you when things go wrong. I still go to call you when things go right. I still go to call to see if you're ok, But I know it's not my right. Letting go of all I know, and all I remember. No more tears and wasted years, it's time to move on.
6.
Morning Baby 02:39
Sleep tight, baby, dream away. Rest now, baby, soon it's day. (I) love lying next to you watching you sleep. Reminiscing while you are here. And waiting for your eyes to open So I can be the first to wish you, "Good Morning Baby". I love you baby.
7.
Yarn 04:18
8.
Walking around in a daze. Feeling so small, in a maze. Trying to find my way home, I need Your light to see, cos the world and it's billboards are blinding me. All that I know to be true; What's right and wrong now seems skewed. "You do what's right for you son, and I'll do what's right for me." The world and it's value's are hurting me. I need Your strength to see. See me through, through to the end. I need Your strength to stand for what I know is right. I need You and Your wisdom to keep me on the right way. Help me to be stronger, help me to be stronger. Withholding all we should know, Left in dark, we blinding follow. Who knows what wars we'll win now, but please don't you be deceived, Cos the war for your mind goes on continually. Don't be a casuality.
9.
10.
May I have a moment just to recall all the things you told me when I was your all? You may have said those same words to another, But I foolishly thought they were meant for me. Sincerely. May I have a moment to pick up the pieces of my broken heart, that's scattered across the floor of the room in which I keep those memories I hold so deep? So may I have a moment, just to smile and shed a tear? While I slowly close the door.

about

Given the technology available for artists today, it is all too easy to manipulate and alter performances to hide or fix imperfections in the recording and mixing process. Whether this has had a positive, negative or null effect on the quality of the recorded product is debatable, however I think secretly most believe the honesty of recorded performance has been lost somewhere along the line. In fact, many artists and musicians comment on how much they love and admire the 'sound' and 'vibe' of pre-digital recordings where old-school techniques were the norm, but can't resist the temptation of the facility of unlimited tracks/editing that digital technology has afforded them. Which is why I consider this recording to be rarity - tracked completely live (no headphones) in two days without any overdubs or edits straight to 2" 16 track analog tape. To be able to do this is a testament to both Kristin and her band. I hope you enjoy listening to it as much as I enjoyed recording and mixing it.
- Chris Vallejo (Sound Engineer)

Led by Kristin Berardi, the group performs Berardi’s original compositions, showcasing her stunning voice, alongside unique and indispensable contributions from each other member. These exceptional musicians have vast and varied experience. They include winners of Freedman Fellowships and ARIA Awards, winners from Montreux Jazz International Competition and Wangaratta Festival National Jazz Awards and acclaimed ECM released musicians. The resulting combination of experience and input creates a dynamic and intuitive band.

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released August 9, 2008

Kristin Berardi - voice
Mike Nock - piano, rhodes
James Muller - guitar
Mike Majowski - double bass
Tim Firth - drums
David Theak - sax (tracks 4, 7, 9)


All tracks composed and arranged by Kristin Berardi (Control), except track 4 arranged by The Kristin Berardi Band.


Recorded by Chris Vallejo @ Linear Recording, Sydney.

Mixed by Chris Vallejo & Kristin Berardi

Mastered by Oscar Gaona @ Studios 301, Sydney.

Produced by Kristin Berardi. Co Produced by Chris Vallejo.

Photography by Anita Pollard

Graphic design Pete Barrett



This recording was made possible by a grant from the Australia Council

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Originally from Koumala, a tiny country town in North Queensland, jazz vocalist Kristin Berardi made National headlines when she won the Montreux Jazz Festival’s International Vocal Competition in 2006. Kristin’s warmth and incredible vocal control have made her a favourite with Australian, European and NY audiences and has established a reputation as Australia’s finest young singer. ... more

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