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Allison's Invention
7+ albums
singer-songwriterpoppianoUSAfemale vocalists
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Allison's Invention: website / facebook / bandcamp Fearless honesty, poignant lyricism and powerful melodies are the textures used to weave singer-songwriter Allison's Invention's (formerly Allison Tartalia) unforgettable music. Her compelling and expressive performances have charmed and thrilled audiences throughout the country. Allison's Invention's new adult-alternative project, Sweet and Vicious, is a lush melodramatic pop EP. The songs feature Allison on piano and a variety of vintage keyboards, with strings and horns creating a lavish soundscape. On Sweet and Vicious, Allison's Invention proves that she is ready to bring her music and her career to new heights. A staple on the New York City music scene, Allison is no stranger to accolades and applause. Last year she was nominated for an Emmy alongside fellow composers for the music that they created for the documentary 5,000 Miles From Home. Her debut CD, Ready, garnered enthusiastic praise from The Village Voice and The NY Times. Well-loved for her energetic live performances, Allison's Invention spent this Summer touring the West Coast, Midwest and New England. Most recently, she played at Joe's Pub with Rachael Sage, Rachelle Garniez and Greta Gertler as part of the "Piano Driven Women" benefit concert. She opened for Lelia Broussard at Mercury Lounge in December of 2011 and will be performing at SXSW in 2012. On Sweet and Vicious, Allison's Invention digs deeply into her personal history and family struggles. On t
