Cinematic, Timeless, Melodic, Piano-based Songs

… Shining Light through Music …

Prearranged

Karen Jacobsen

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From the album THE SLIPSTREAM:

Pure, musical medicine complete with healing mantra. Powerful and universal imagery. A gift of hope.

Karen says” "All of the music and the first lines of the verse came during a meditation. A full download. Many of the lyrics poured out as a result of despairing watching the news. Humanity is experiencing a massive

From the album THE SLIPSTREAM:

Pure, musical medicine complete with healing mantra. Powerful and universal imagery. A gift of hope.

Karen says” "All of the music and the first lines of the verse came during a meditation. A full download. Many of the lyrics poured out as a result of despairing watching the news. Humanity is experiencing a massive shift, and comfort is what many of us need. I know I do. Rather than my having written this song, It’s as if the song wrote me.”

Insights, sadness, perseverance, hope, like a light coming through.

XOXO

Filmed on location in the glorious Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia at Elysian Resort.

For more music with a message visit karenjacobsen.com

Karen Jacobsen "Prearranged" The Slipstream Written by K. Jacobsen (APRA) Piano & Vocals: Karen Jacobsen Guitar, Bass & Tracks: Matt Anthony Producer: Matt Anthony Recorded, Mixed & Mastered: Matt Anthony at Engine Sound New York City ©Kurly Queen Records

Visit: http://www.karenjacobsen.com for more music with a message

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Misogyny Opus pop orchestral work composed by Karen Jacobsen with the words of former Australian Prime Minister The Hon. Julia Gillard AC's misogyny speech

Misogyny Opus

Karen Jacobsen

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On October 9th 2012, Australia’s first female Prime Minister Julia Gillard AC delivered a powerful speech addressing misogyny and sexism that reverberated around the world. Her impassioned words carried the strength and power of a long history of persecuted women. Voice in a billion devices (including the original Aussie voice of Siri),

On October 9th 2012, Australia’s first female Prime Minister Julia Gillard AC delivered a powerful speech addressing misogyny and sexism that reverberated around the world. Her impassioned words carried the strength and power of a long history of persecuted women. Voice in a billion devices (including the original Aussie voice of Siri), International Songwriter, Concert Artist and Professional Speaker Karen Jacobsen was so inspired by this iconic speech, she composed a pop orchestral work setting those words - word for word - to music (with permission). The live concert world premiere performance of 'Misogyny Opus' is on April 29th 2023 featuring Karen Jacobsen as soloist with musicians from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra at the Mackay Entertainment and Convention Centre in Queensland, Australia.

Karen Jacobsen MISOGYNY OPUS

Music: Karen Jacobsen (APRA) Lyrics: The Hon Julia Gillard AC (APRA)

A portion of the proceeds from the Misogyny Opus will be donated to the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership (GIWL)

VERY SPECIAL THANKS to The Hon Julia Gillard AC and the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership

  1. I Will Not Be Lectured 5:17
  2. It Goes On 1:32
  3. Check the Records 2:01
  4. Never Have Been Said 1:18
  5. Every Day 2:45
  6. Seriously 1:33
  7. Honest Woman (Instrumental) 1:14
  8. Apologize 1:32
  9. Hypocrisy 1:04
  10. Raised No Voice 6:42
  11. Preselected 2:17
  12. And I Quote 0:41
  13. Personal Association 5:26
  14. Died of Shame 0:51
  15. I Have Been Offended 4:50
  16. Make Up Their Minds 4:13
  17. Do Something 7:16
  18. We Are Entitled 2:08

Piano and Vocals: Karen Jacobsen Guitar, Bass and Tracks: Matt Anthony Producer: Matt Anthony Recorded, Mixed and Mastered by Matt Anthony at Engine Sound, New York City Cover Photo: D. Demetriad, Back Cover Photo: L. Andrews, Artwork: J. Bruce ℗ © 2023 Kurly Queen Records. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication is a violation of applicable laws

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Better Standard Than This

Karen Jacobsen

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The lyrics for Better Standard Than This are from The Hon. Julia Gillard AC's misogyny speech, delivered October 9th, 2012, with music composed by Karen Jacobsen.

Karen Jacobsen “Better Standard Than This” - Misogyny Opus, Music: K. Jacobsen (APRA) Lyrics: J. Gillard (APRA) Piano & Vocals: Karen Jacobsen, Guitar, Bass & Tracks: Matt

The lyrics for Better Standard Than This are from The Hon. Julia Gillard AC's misogyny speech, delivered October 9th, 2012, with music composed by Karen Jacobsen.

Karen Jacobsen “Better Standard Than This” - Misogyny Opus, Music: K. Jacobsen (APRA) Lyrics: J. Gillard (APRA) Piano & Vocals: Karen Jacobsen, Guitar, Bass & Tracks: Matt Anthony, Producer: Matt Anthony, Recorded, Mixed & Mastered: Matt Anthony at Engine Sound, New York City Cover Art Design: J. Bruce Cover Photo: D. Demetriad

©Kurly Queen Records

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The Slipstream

Karen Jacobsen

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I thought for a long time that there was a slipstream of energy to "get to" where all the magic is; and that I had to be a certain way to access it. I was trying hard to find it, not knowing where to look. The song THE SLIPSTREAM is about human struggle. It turns out the magic isn't "out there". It's accessed by tuning in to who you really are and

I thought for a long time that there was a slipstream of energy to "get to" where all the magic is; and that I had to be a certain way to access it. I was trying hard to find it, not knowing where to look. The song THE SLIPSTREAM is about human struggle. It turns out the magic isn't "out there". It's accessed by tuning in to who you really are and what you are here for.

Written by Karen Jacobsen Vocals & Piano by Karen Jacobsen Production by Matt Anthony Engine Sound NYC

Cover Photo: Jason Chetcuti Cover Art: Jenny Bruce

© Kurly Queen

Released by: Kurly Queen

Release date: 22 May, 2022 Music Video Release date: 4 Jun, 2022

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Ready For What I Came Here For

Ready For What I Came Here For

Karen Jacobsen

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Ready For What I Came Here For is a piano pop cinematic female vocal driven record, with ten new original songs written and performed by Karen Jacobsen.

Aspirational and inspirational, the title track is about the quest to make a difference in life and the journey to finding purpose. Immerse yourself in the poptastic sensibilities of this music

Ready For What I Came Here For is a piano pop cinematic female vocal driven record, with ten new original songs written and performed by Karen Jacobsen.

Aspirational and inspirational, the title track is about the quest to make a difference in life and the journey to finding purpose. Immerse yourself in the poptastic sensibilities of this music with a message.

All Songs Written by Karen Jacobsen Vocals & Piano by Karen Jacobsen Production by Matt Anthony Engine Sound NYC

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Released by: Kurly Queen

Release date: 04 November, 2021

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“Ready For What I Came Here For is a triumphant celebration and reawakening of purpose. Highly emotive yet softly versed, this track calls for meaningful introspection that left me feeling empowered.” - Ellie D

— OzNow Radio.

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Melting Moments

Karen Jacobsen

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"…be prepared to lose your heart to Jacobsen, or at the very least, leave singing her lovely, melody-driven songs." New York Press

Melting Moments is filled with songs that are catchy, melodic, timeless pop, kind of like Billy Joel would sing if he were a tall, blonde Australian Woman. Jacobsen wrote, performed and produced the record at Defy

"…be prepared to lose your heart to Jacobsen, or at the very least, leave singing her lovely, melody-driven songs." New York Press

Melting Moments is filled with songs that are catchy, melodic, timeless pop, kind of like Billy Joel would sing if he were a tall, blonde Australian Woman. Jacobsen wrote, performed and produced the record at Defy Recordings with Robert Smith in New York City, with top session musicians including fellow Aussie, Guitarist Ben Butler (Sting/Bruce Springstein/Suzanne Vega/Mariah Carey) and New Zealand’s Richard Hammond (Broadway's Hamilton/Joan Osborne/Erasure) who played Bass Guitar in her band for six years.

Karen Jacobsen has shared the stage with Neil Sedaka, Norah Jones, Christopher Cross, Cyndi Lauper, Jars of Clay, and her songs have been on U.S. network television shows including Dawson’s Creek, Passions and Around the World For Free.

Karen has sung anthems at major sporting events in the U.S., and performed Advance Australia Fair in her home state, Queensland at the TriNations Wallabies vs South Africa game at Suncorp Stadium in 2009.

“Melting Moments” was released on the Kurly Queen label on August 28th, 2009.

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"Karen’s voice is pure and sweet. Listening to her, I was reminded of The Corrs; there’s that same joy and optimism to the songs. There are very few edges here, although the opening track “Kissing Someone Else” does hint at a darker side. To some the lack of grit may seem like a flaw, but I think there’s something lovely about an album which lifts you up rather than dragging you down. The playful “Merry Go Round” is particularly captivating, while “So Fast” is another folk-tinged pop standout.

This is a really polished album. I was impressed to see Karen didn’t just add her pretty voice, but her production skills and songwriting prowess as well. Both are excellent. With Melting Moments, Karen Jacobsen shows us that her talents go far beyond directing traffic." Lauren Katulka, Sounds of Oz

*This album was released in the USA in 2006 as Kissing Someone Else with an identical tracklist.

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