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Samantha distinguishes herself with an innovative soul-pop sound evoking timeless emotion in the hearts and minds of listeners. Her mellifluous voice is equally complimented by her sultry appearance and provocative delivery.

In 2007 Mollen released her...

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Top 10 in Indie Pop, September 2010

March 2009 Electronic / Electro-Pop

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Sultry Sounds by Singer/Songwriter Samantha Mollen by LA's the Place
Samantha Mollen has substance, and fully delivers with an interesting combination of edgy vulnerability to her sultry sound.

Samantha Mollen Exclusive Interview with Redcape by Redcape music
Interview: 1) How did you get started in the music business? Well I am still getting started and it is a process. A series of a lot of little things that in turn assemble bigger steps. It has been and continues to be a learning process. I have always had a great interest and passion for making music. I have written and sang since I can remember and a little over a year ago, I decided to start playing publicly. Which really made it clear that "this is what i should be doing"! 2) What genre would you consider your music or is it a mix of a few genres? So hard to say I would def. say a mix of a few. Folk; Indie; Alternative. The vibe is Moody, Urgent and Delicate. 3) In an article I read, someone compared you to the likes of Stevie Nicks, how does that make you feel when you read that since she is such an iconic figure? I mean she is one of my most favorite female artists and I am elated that anyone would compare me to her. She is unique and has facinating depth. So flattered. 4) How did you get involved with having your song featured on "Smallville"? I am friends with Michael Rosenbaum, who is seriously so inspiring. He heard a few mixes from my demo before it was released and had such enthusiasm for my music, and thought it would compliment the show. He is truly responsible for my consideration on Smallville. 5) I also read that you wrote and composed all of the tracks on your debut EP, what was that like, where did you get your inspiration from? Yes, I did. Songwriting can certainly be deconstructed to a science, however with me it is usually unplanned and completly organic. My inspiration comes from life experience mine and the people who surround me. I am compelled by human interaction and communication or lack there of. I write because I truly feel I have something to say or an emotion to articulate. I find putting extreme emotion, frustration, and or deep love into words is theraputic and spiritually fulfilling. 6) How did you get started singing Patsy Cline at such a young age? Because of my Mom. She used to listen to Patsy Cline, non-stop. To this day she continues to be one of my favorite artists to cover. 7) Do you have any new things in the works right now that we should look out for? I am working on a full-length album, that probably wont be out until early 2008. But I play shows all the time. My upcoming shows: March 17th, 8pm Barcelona (Phoenix, Arizona) March 29th, 8:30pm Molly Malones (Los Angeles, CA) 8) Did you happen to see the episode that your song appeared in? Yes, absoultely. It was a great episode and a great directorial debut for Michael Rosenbaum. 9) Do you have any tips for any up and coming singers and songwriters out there that may be struggling to get started? Play as much as possible. Open mics are always good. And collaborating with other artists can be helpful as well. I think it allows you to hone in on and further develop your own personal and unique style. There is no clear cut path. But as long as you are doing what you love it doesnt matter if 1 or 1 million people are listening.

Wind Down with the Sounds of Samantha Mollen by The Harbus
Couple the beats of jazzy drums and a staccato piano with the vulnerable yet forceful voice of Samantha Mollen, and you get a sound that will relax you beyond belief. Often compared to Portishead, Fiona Apple and Tori Amos, Mollen, a petite blonde hailing from Los Angeles, churns out lyrics and melodies that are the perfect pairing for a glass of wine or an evening with the one you love or lust. Hit songs off her debut album "Don't Make me Sound it Out" build from beginning to end with the combination of catchy melodies and Mollen's soft-spoken, sexy voice. She's been called Emo, folk and acoustic, but the vocal powerhouse doesn't define herself in any category except self-expression. I hope my music makes people think, reflect and inspire," Mollen said. "There is such power in expression, so I aim to make mine intense. At 27-years-old, Mollen has been making her name in the music scene playing shows throughout California and releasing her songs on Myspace and Itunes. Two of her tracks from her EP, "Closer to You" and "Perfect World," were featured on the CW hit show "Smallville" and a TV movie "Girl, Positive" on Lifetime Television. In January, fan favorite song "Perfect World" was again featured on another Lifetime Television film "Queen Sized." Another boost for the up-and-coming star is being recognized as a featured artist on more than 5 million Sandisk Sansa MP3 players released last month. I am humbled to be a part of the promotion, and feel it's an innovative way to be heard," she said. When Mollen isn't busy performing she's sipping port and writing lyrics for her upcoming sophomore album. She'll hit the studio to lay down tracks in May, and her LP is due out in the fall. Artist Samantha Mollen Album Don't Make Me Sound it Out Download This Closer to You" and "Perfect World Where to find her Cdbaby.com/cd/samanthamollen.com, Itunes, Amazon.com, Lastfm.com. www.myspace.com/samanthamollen Why Listen? Because she's cathartic, sexy and just what you're looking for to unwind.

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