Changes - 2006

A stunning Australian "Bluegrass & Acoustic" album which will absolutely delight listeners and expand Karen's fanbase enormously. From the gentleness and acoustic sweetness of the opening ballad "We Should Only Have Time for Love", to the power and strength of the opposing uptempo traditional bluegrass tracks such as "Jealous", to the traditional acoustic and almost folky feel of Phil Ochs "Changes", you know that this album is very different and there is something very special happening here.

Produced by Rod McCormack & Herm Kovac, it is a much more contemporary bluegrass album than her previous straight traditional bluegrass album "Blue Mountain Rain". This project ventures much deeper into the relms of the sound we expect and love from the more contemporary bluegrass artists - such as Alison Krauss, who have constantly pushed the boundaries of traditional bluegrass in recent years. There are 13 tracks and a bonus track, comprising a good balance of tempos from sweet acoustic ballads to strong uptempo traditional bluegrass songs and as usual, it contains a couple of songs from Karen's own hand. Both originals are co-writes, this time with previous collaborator Heather Field and also with Richard Porteous.

It is beautifully packaged and combines exceptional production along with Australia's 'A Team' of Bluegrass pickers - Ian Simpson (banjo), Mick Albeck (Fiddle), James Gillard (Double Bass), Trev Warner (Mandolin) and Rod McCormack (Guitar) and it is also the first ever collaborative project from two of Australia's best producers - Rod McCormack & Herm Kovac.

Second Wind - 2002

A wonderful mix of country music, from the very traditional to the very contemporary. The productions is exceptional, and the vocals simply shine amidst superb instrumental arrangements which sparkle but do not overpower.

Produced by Herm Kovac, it contains 14 tracks five Australia - three of which are co-writes, along with a number of previously unreleased covers. Most tracks are solo efforts but male vocals are added on two tracks from Australian singe/songwriter Grant Richardson and traditional roots music singer/instrumentalist Bill Chambers. An album with a warmth, richness and maturity that showcases Karen at her "country best" so far! Go to album page.

"From the opening punch of "This Man I Love" it's evident that something special is happening here ... fourteen tracks of terrific listening" (Rick Jenner - Country Music Capital News Magazine Nov 2002)

Blue Mountain Rain - 2001

A Bluegrass album sporting two Top 10 chart hits so far, which has not only created a land-mark in Australia by bringing Bluegrass into the public eye, but which gives Karen the dis-tinction of being the first Australian female artist to record a full Bluegrass Album. A collaborative effort with Martin
Louis, Banjo player from Sydney Bluegrass Band "Acoustic Shock" which contains a rich variety of Bluegrass songs from the traditional up tempo tracks to those amazing full harmony slow tracks which will just knock you over with their vocal quality and feeling. This album was co-produced by Karen, Acoustic Shock banjo player Martin Louis and James Gillard. Sporting 18 tracks, it is rich in variety of tempo, vocal sound and instrumental work with tracks featuring Karen firstly up front with Acoustic Shock supplying
the rich harmony backing, secondly singing duets with Martin and also a few songs and instrumentals from Acoustic Shock themselves. Although most of the tracks are familiar traditional songs there is one stand-out original 'This Ring' which recently reached number Five on the National Australian Country Music Chart and two other Australian penned tracks. The instrumentation is mostly from Martin and Acoustic Shock but also boasts guest appearances from many friends who just happen to be some of Australia's leading Bluegrass players. Go to album page

".As long as you do not expect the high lonesome sound nurtured in the mountains of Appalachia, you will not be disappointed by the music on this (Australian) recording, which does show that the band takes their Bluegrass seriously. This recording stands up well in the genre of contemporary Bluegrass".. (Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine - USA)

Six Days In December - 2000
 
A collaboration with Australian singer/songwriter Pat Drummond, this album is a rich pairing of two very different but complimentary talents. Well known as a remarkable writer with a swag of awards under his belt, Pat's strong vocal style blends beautifully with Karen's sweet emotive delivery making this album one of precisely balanced harmonies from two passionate performers. Produced by Rod Coe, the album con-tains 11 all Australian tracks penned mostly by Pat along with a couple of co-writes, it is a mix of duets and solo efforts showcasing each of the singers in their own right.
Although Top class Country in style production, at times there shines through a classic Country Folk style sound on a couple of the more acoustic tracks. Go to album page.

" (those) who are aware of Pat and Karen may expect something a little on the folkier side of the line but overall this is Country at it's best - sweet, bittersweet, simple, heartfelt, gentle, pure - and it wraps around you with warmth and sincerity" ,.. (Jon Farkas - Country Music Capital News Magazine)

Labour of Love - 1998
 
A wonderful debut album from a singer who took the Australian Country Music industry completely by surprise, comprising of a delicate mix of material that ranges from traditional and contemporary Country through to Folk and Bluegrass flavours that showcase the purity of Karen's voice perfectly.
Produced by Cletis Carr, the album contains 16 tracks, three of which are strong co-writes and a couple of other Australian penned tracks including a hauntingly beautiful version of the Henry Lawson poem "Water Lilly" and an exceptional version of Enda Kenny's "Colours of Australia". This album has received much positive comment and with three Top 20 Charting singles it has placed her as a high profile Independent artist with a bright future. Go to album page

"'Impressed' probably sums up my thoughts on the whole album - Karen's song writing, song selection, vocals, along with the musicianship of the excellent studio personnel - were all first class" (Anna Rose, Country Music Capital News Magazine - Sept 1998)

• Changes
• Second Wind
• Blue Mountain Rain
• Six Days
• Labour Of Love