Karen Sotomayor

Karen Sotomayor is a dynamic singer and songwriter recording and releasing her music independently as Karen Sotomayor & as SotoSoundz. Her love for driving power chords and beautiful notes colored by chorus, flange or delay on the guitar really sets the stage for her innovation in songwriting. She admits that powerful male vocalists ala Robert Plant & Robert Halford are the influences she gravitated to most as a singer. However, she really digs Peggy Lee's style and David Bowie for innovation. Karen's live performance is commanding and sexy! Her stage presence compliments the pro-caliber live show.

Most of Karen's musical history is in her hometown of Chicago, Illinois where she fronted a power trio called Saint. Over time, the individuals of Saint parted ways to pursue other ventures. Karen says, "Chicago is a creative innovative melting pot! Where underground music & styles were way ahead of any trendy trends that would surface in other cities usually 2-3 years after the fact". Karen now lives in the magical old west in Arizona on a small ranch where she writes & records in her digital recording studio. All vocals & instruments played are Karen.

Karen is actively seeking an artist development deal that will present the opportunity to work with an innovative "like-minded" producer and musicians.

NEWS! In November 2001, HillTop Records in Hollywood CA., signed a Commercial Recording Contract with Karen for her song "THAT'S CALLED LIFE"! The CD called AMERICA is expected to be released end of summer 2002. STAY TUNED!!!

Summer 2002 The JUST RELEASED CD "Karen Sotomayor Is SotoSoundz" is a dynamic NEW CD and is on sale at CDBaby.com This CD is packed with powerful soulful vocals in an eclectic mix of rock charged with strong dynamics and varied tempos. A good party vibe CD!

Visit the official SotoSoundz Web site @ sotosoundz.com and join the SotoSoundz email list!

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