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some folk, some blue notes - All artwork and songs by me!


My label’s name, SOUTH FORTY RECORDS, is inspired by this area in Jackson, Montana where my mother’s side of the family have lived and worked as ranchers since the 1930’s. 
One of the most vivid memories I had when I was younger, was sitting on a hill, looking out over this vast terrain, and finally feeling at home.  

LINDA DRAPER'S BIO:
While growing up in a musical household (her father, Frederick Draper was a classical guitarist who studied with Andres Segovia), Linda Draper listened to everything from Bach to “Bop” from an early age before moving on to writing her own songs and playing guitar. 
Since 2001, Draper has released numerous albums, toured the US and UK, and opened for acclaimed musicians such as Teddy Thompson, Melissa Ferrick, Luka Bloom, and Eilen Jewell. Draper has also seen her songs licensed for commercials and television.
Patience and Lipstick,” Draper’s upcoming new album, was produced by Jeff Eyrich, mixed by Grammy®-award winning engineer, Dae Bennett, and features performers David Mansfield (Strings), Jeff Eyrich (Bass), and Doug Yowell (Drums and Percussion). It is the inaugural release on the artist’s own label South Forty Records.

Press Quotes: "What great artists sound like when their music is stripped down to its elements...succeeds in every respect." - American Songwriter 

"Brilliance from the simplest pairings of voice and minimal guitar...an artist in the best sense of the word." - The Sentimentalist 

"...warm and personal...a treasure chest of thoughtful tunes and melodies" - Pop Matters 

"An absolute master class of exquisitely delivered song craft." - Losing Today Magazine (UK) 

"a shining light of excellence...a delightful voice that immediately enchants." - Tasty (UK) 

"another example of the excellent work being done within the folk field these days; it is at once anachronistic and futuristic." - Americana UK 

"a talented songwriter on the rise... this underrated talent is about to punch her ticket to widespread acclaim" - Unfinished 

"what the major label heads call the total package. Great songwriting, beautiful music, loads of talent..." - Ear Candy 

"Highlighted / Noteworthy Release - Linda Draper has an absolutely captivating voice. It has a steady, tender quality that draws you in, pressing your ears to the speaker, to listen carefully to the quiet lyrics she slips into her simple acoustic arrangements." - Punk Planet 

"Linda Draper approaches folk music with spare songs and a high register not unlike folk mama Joan Baez." - Time Out New York 

"a terrific songwriter, one that should be above the radar..." - Dagger 

"She reminds me of early Suzanne Vega, with whispery vocals...putting the focus on her to-the-point lyrics." - Sing Out 

"Coolly rendered neo-folk ...it's a whimsical, open-hearted, and affecting journey... " - Pop Culture Press 

"...one of the true and real genuine talents of the twenty-first century. Highly recommended..." - LMNOP/Babysue 

"There's some captivating magic here very, very worth exploring." - All Music Guide
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Frederick Draper's Bio

Frederick Draper – Romance (Posthumous) Digital Album Release Available on all Streaming Platforms June 14, 2024 

1st Single/Title Track, “Romance” Out March 31, 2024 (his birthday)

Listen to a sneak preview at frederickdraper.hearnow.com

 "The playing was excellent, colorful and expressive...He was always able to convey his respect and affection for the music." - THE NEW YORK TIMES

 Frederick Draper, also known as Fred (or in my case, Dad) was a beloved father, brother, husband, friend, classical guitarist, teacher, and science fiction enthusiast. South Forty Records is proud to digitally release for the first time on all streaming platforms this superb collection of some of his favorite classical guitar pieces.

 Born in Kewanee, IL, Fred Draper’s music career began at age 14 when he formed a rock-and-roll band, Fred and the Fenders. His range of genres and influences continued to grow and over the years would vary from Rockabilly/Blues to Classical. In the late 1960s, Fred entered the San Francisco Conservatory of Music to advance his training in the classical guitar. His talent led him to participate in Andrés Segovia’s master class in 1966. His past performance highlights include critically acclaimed Carnegie Recital Hall concerts through the late 1970s and early 1980s. Throughout his career, Fred continued to give concerts. He compiled some of his favorite selections on Romance, a CD he recorded over 20 years ago with Jon Bates. This commemorative release will be available for the first time on all streaming platforms on Friday, June 14, 2024 (Father's Day weekend). 

 Fred cherished his life in music. He believed that to keep its spirit alive music must be shared. It is in this spirit of paying it forward that his music lives on in Romance--both a traditional Catalan folk song and the album's title track. Although the album opens with the exuberant "La Camelia," the entire 14-song collection (Francisco Tárrega, Matteo Carcassi, Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, Jeremiah Clarke, Isaac Albéniz, and more) is performed with a purity and tenderness all his own. 

Frederick Draper, in his lifetime, created this exquisite collection that we can now remember him by. In loving tribute, I invite you to experience (and share) his Romance.  

Additional Reviews:

·      "Frederick Draper's music is an excellent example of what apparently is becoming a rara avis in the world of the performing arts: a musician who does not confuse the means with the end. It is obvious from his interpretations that to him technique is the means, and an artistic and sensitive rendition of the music, the end." - JOSE REY DE LA TORRE

 ·      "His concentration is total as the guitar becomes a small orchestra with the triple intricacies of melody, bass line and accompaniment." - DAVENPORT TIMES – DEMOCRAT

 Credits and acknowledgements noted in the original Romance CD insert: This recording (dedicated to Fred’s wife, Annabel) would not have been possible without the musicianship, technical acumen, and personal encouragement of Jon Bates and his Painted Lady Studio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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