A New Jenny

Hello everyone,

We have some exciting news to report - we have found our new Jenny!

After a busy, sometimes overwhelming but often delightful search, we are happy to announce that Annabelle Chvostek is our new member. We auditioned so many wonderful singer-songwriters from across Canada (many thanks to all of them - Canada certainly has no shortage of talented and deicated musicians) and concluded that Annabelle was the perfect fit.

Here is an excerpt from the press release our management sent out today:

"Montreal's Chvostek is an innovative singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performed her first gig at the age of seven with the Canadian Opera Company. She broke on the Montreal cabaret scene in early 1997 with her soulful acoustic jazz-pop and quickly became a major presence in Montreal's music scene. There, she's shared the stage with Dar Williams, Veda Hille, Kinnie Starr, Martha Wainwright, Tegan and Sara, and Penny Lang. Her distinct multidisciplinary bent has also led her to undertake numerous collaborative projects in video, dance and music. Most recently, she’s been playing shows with Rae Spoon, Po Girl and Barleywik."

Annabelle has a beautiful, rich alto voice, writes wonderfully innovative and interesting songs, and is a very strong guitarist and violinist. She's a pretty fine person too! We are very excited to see what this collaboration brings are we hope you will like what you hear.

You can check out Annabelle's website by going to the following link: www.annabelle.org

Also, Cara has unveiled a new website and you can visit her at: www.caraluft.com

Happy holidays, everyone. Can't wait to see you all in 2005!

Hello everyone,

We have some exciting news to report - we have found our new Jenny!

After a busy, sometimes overwhelming but often delightful search, we are happy to announce that Annabelle Chvostek is our new member. We auditioned so many wonderful singer-songwriters from across Canada (many thanks to all of them - Canada certainly has no shortage of talented and dedicated musicians) and concluded that Annabelle was the perfect fit.

Here is an excerpt from the press release our management sent out today:

"Montreal's Chvostek is an innovative singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performed her first gig at the age of seven with the Canadian Opera Company. She broke on the Montreal cabaret scene in early 1997 with her soulful acoustic jazz-pop and quickly became a major presence in Montreal's music scene. There, she's shared the stage with Dar Williams, Veda Hille, Kinnie Starr, Martha Wainwright, Tegan and Sara, and Penny Lang. Her distinct multidisciplinary bent has also led her to undertake numerous collaborative projects in video, dance and music. Most recently, shes been playing shows with Rae Spoon, Po Girl and Barleywik."

Annabelle has a beautiful, rich alto voice, writes wonderfully innovative and interesting songs, and is a very strong guitarist and violinist. She's a pretty fine person too! We are very excited to see what this collaboration brings and we hope you will like what you hear.

You can check out Annabelle's website by going to the following link: www.annabelle.org

Also, Cara has unveiled a new website and you can visit her at: www.caraluft.com

Happy holidays, everyone. Can't wait to see you all in 2005!

p.s. Check for changes to the website soon. We have a lot of work ahead of us but hope to have the site updated before the next tour.

Saying Goodbye

Hello everyone,Many of you have likely noticed that the site has not been updated very frequently lately - we're sorry we haven't been in touch. It's come time to let everyone know that Cara has decided to leave the Jennys to pursue her own career. She will be getting in touch with many of you to let you know what her upcoming plans are. You can get in touch with her at her website as well (www.caraluft.com).Ruth and Nicky will be continuing on with the group and are currently working hard to find a new "Jenny". This will still be the home of "The Wailin' Jennys" and the name will remain with Ruth and Nicky. While they are sad to close this chapter of the group, they are excited about the future and looking forward to unveiling their new project. Unfortunately, the Jennys will have to cancel all tour plans up to the New Year, but expect to be back out on the road in January in northern B.C.The Jennys want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their outstanding support and continued interest - it's been a wonderful 2 and a half years and they are looking forward to creating and performing more music. Please stay tuned for more news. There's a whole lot around the corner.

The Wailin' Jenny's - 40 Days

The next time you’re snowed in on a cold winter day, wrap yourself up in a nice throw, brew yourself a cup of tea, pop The Wailin’ Jenny’s into your stereo, sit back and enjoy The next time you’re snowed in on a cold winter day, wrap yourself up in a nice throw, brew yourself a cup of tea, pop The Wailin’ Jenny’s into your stereo, sit back and enjoy.

The astute singing-songwriting trio from Canada combines their talents and voices to achieve near-perfect harmony in every track on 40 Days, the group’s first full length album.

The thing that makes a good folk singer stand out is the ability to write a song that is completely timeless and leaves the listener with a sense that they should be able to sing along the first time they hear it. 40 Days contains a strong mix of original works by Cara Luft, Nicky Mehta and Ruth Moody (aka the Wailin’ Jenny’s) as well as traditional songs and classic covers. The beautiful thing about this album is, aside from an angelic rendition of Neil Young’s “Old Man,” it’s almost impossible to tell which is which without reading the credit lines in the album cover.

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Hello everyone,

Many of you have likely noticed that the site has not been updated very frequently lately - we're sorry we haven't been in touch. It's come time to let everyone know that Cara has decided to leave the Jennys to pursue her own career. She will be getting in touch with many of you to let you know what her upcoming plans are. You can get in touch with her at her website as well (www.caraluft.com).

Ruth and Nicky will be continuing on with the group and are currently working hard to find a new "Jenny". This will still be the home of "The Wailin' Jennys" and the name will remain with Ruth and Nicky. While they are sad to close this chapter of the group, they are excited about the future and looking forward to unveiling their new project. Unfortunately, the Jennys will have to cancel all tour plans up to the New Year, but expect to be back out on the road in January in northern B.C.

The Jennys want to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their outstanding support and continued interest - it's been a wonderful 2 and a half years and they are looking forward to creating and performing more music. Please stay tuned for more news. There's a whole lot around the corner.

The Wailin' Jennys: Three of a Kind

The Wailin’ Jennys aren’t a spaced-out jamband. They are three outstanding singer/ songwriters who put a twist on the folk/ rock genre. The “wailin’” refers to perfect harmonies, not searing instrumental passages The Wailin’ Jennys aren’t a spaced-out jamband. They are three outstanding singer/ songwriters who put a twist on the folk/ rock genre. The “wailin’” refers to perfect harmonies, not searing instrumental passages. The band’s credo is best summed up in its song “One Voice,” which appears on its exquisite 40 Days (Red House Records): “This is the sound of voices three, singing together in harmony, surrendering to the mystery.” Cara Luft, who sings alto, is affectionately known as “Jenny Van Halen” (i.e., she can really play that guitar). The other Jennys are Nicky Mehta, who sings the midrange, and soprano Ruth Moody, who is also a classically trained pianist. Think the best aspects of Kate and Anna McGariggle, Linda Thompson and even a little Joni Mitchell with a subtle Celtic tinge. This trio is the most powerful vocal outfit I’ve heard in years, and it has a cross-genre appeal from country to folk and Celtic.

The Wailin' Jennys: They're Not Lisa

Pretty good name. The Wailin’ Jennys. Saying it aloud for the first couple of times, you have to stop and think for a second or you’ll blurt out, “Waylon Jennings.” Makes the name stick in your head Pretty good name. The Wailin’ Jennys. Saying it aloud for the first couple of times, you have to stop and think for a second or you’ll blurt out, “Waylon Jennings.” Makes the name stick in your head.

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Hi everyone,

Sorry it's been a while since we've checked in but things have been hectic for the last while and it's been a challenge to stay on top of everything. We are packing once again to head off to Vancouver for CBC's "Vinyl Cafe" with Stuart McLean. We'll keep you posted as to when the show will be aired. We'll be performing alongside Randy Bachman so it will be a true Winnipeg night! Thanks to all of you who wrote with congratulations about the Western Canadian Music Award win - we appreciate your support and are always happy to hear from you. Talk to you all soon!