Inspired, compelling stories of
love, loss and longing spill out and
take you, shake you, and wake
you-emotionally evocative,
intelligent, vocal driven *pop
rock*...
Ok, but what's up with this
unpronounceable name??
AOEDE'S STORY: Once upon a time, way
back in Greek mythology, there was a
muse named Aoede (A-E-D). She was
the first "muse of song" way before
the 9 celebrated muses we know and
love. And I, Lisa Sniderman,
singer-songwriter for Aoede, chose
this name both to inspire you and to
remember to continually be
inspired...I draw inspiration from
my own life experiences and many
muses and aspire to transfer this
inspiration to you.
When you listen
to my songs, expect compelling
stories of love, loss, life, and
longing-intended to take you, shake
you and wake you. It's About YOU and
your connection to me-in ways that
make you feel and experience those
parts of yourself you may have
forgotten about. Maybe after
listening, you are inspired to live
life a little more fully or feel
something.
I formed an indie *pop rock* band in
2005 comprised of San Francisco trio
Lisa Sniderman (that's me), David
Sands (bass), and John Walden
(drums). Now in 2010, I'm
reinventing myself as an artiste as
evidenced by the direction of my new
singles and the word artiste...
What's with the *POP ROCKS*??
Well, c'mon, just think of how many
indie, pop rock artists are out
there!! It's a way for you to
remember me-I give out Aoede pop
rocks at our shows that say "Pops in
your mouth, Pops in your
head...Taste the alternative." And
we have cool *pop rocks* merch like
tees and home-made lunch boxes...and
it's just retro cool!
Any recent accomplishments? Why yes!
Aoede's song "I Lost, You Win" was
just certified by International
Association of Independent Recording
Artists, IAIRA, as charting as an
International "Top 15!" on 08/19/10!
Aoede was crowned Womens Radio's
Artist of the Year 2008, and Push
and Pull-Aoede's 2008 release-was
included in Womens Radio's Top
Albums of the Decade. Aoede's songs
have been featured on American
Airlines, compilation cds and radio
stations nationwide.
Where can I find more info about
you? To find Aoede and yes, to get
your Aoede *pop rocks* lunch box,
visit
www.aoedemuse.com.
What are people saying about Aoede
and Push and Pull-Aoede's newest
album? I think it pushes the
envelope, pulls you in, pulls at
your heart...but here's what the
press has to say...and just
recently, IDC, my distribution
company said my newest singles sound
like "Lily Allen, Feist and a bit of
Tori Amos."
".....as I find myself being whisked
away by the sounds of Aoede I need a
copy of Push and Pull in the house,
in the vehicle, in the studio and in
my head all the time. I've added
this gem to my own personal favorite
collection, but then you will too
once you've treated your ears to
this masterpiece! Just
remember....A-E-D!" (KRIM Radio)
"Bringing pop worthy hooks together
with alt rock instrumentation and
smoky production, Push and Pull,
Aoede’s new release (May 2008),
stays with you long after the first
listen...demanding more spins and
closer attention...an unforgettable
emotional listening experience..."
(Massive Music)
"...a remarkable
vulnerable-yet-tough album full of
great songs that stand on their own
integrity…just great songwriting, a
unique and memorable voice, and
tight musicianship. And what more,
really, could you ask for?” (Wildy’s
World)
"multi-faceted and intensely
engaging...Sniderman's vocal is
electrifying" (Luna Kafe record
review)
"personal, sweet indie pop...the
perfect soundtrack for an autumn
road trip" (Justin Winokur, JWC
Artist Group)