Performer extraordinaire, Laura Kemp (has the) ability to make an audience chuckle, tear up, and feel an instant connection with her lyrics - all in the course of one song. - San Francisco Bay Guardian

A true songwriter with a voice and guitar that work together like no other… you know you’re going to be entertained with Laura Kemp.” - Ed Mellnik, Mostly Folk, KZME Portland, Oregon

Laura Kemp is certainly in the top 5 of all unsigned folk/acoustic-rock artists - Folk Web, Boston

Give Bob Dylan a good voice and you've got the idea of the impact of Laura Kemp's message and music. - Victory Review, Seattle, WA

The sun-touched folk songs on Laura Kemp's May are as clear and cool as rainwater. This is unadulterated acoustic folk … a magnetic blend of classic American folk with Southern Americana, the result sounding like a mix of Joan Baez and Shawn Colvin or Joni Mitchell and Mary Chapin Carpenter. - Performing Songwriter, July/Aug. 2005

There is something organically alive about this recording. Kemp sings with a beautiful, assured voice that knows where it's going. - Sing Out!, Spring 2005

A skillfully and beautifully assembled song cycle that sets a new standard for a Rain Water Records album. It surpasses even Laura's fine previous recordings in the quality of the performances, the depth and range of emotion and experience conveyed, the beauty and power of the music. - Talking Leaves, Spring 2004

 

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UPCOMING SHOWS

Sep26

An NIght of Kindness: A benefit for Blue Barn Farm and Sanctuary

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Drop Bear Brewing, 2690 Willamette Street, Eugene, OR

I will be playing a few songs at this wonderful fundraiser, along with Len Seligman, the other half of Bhakti Heart! Celebrate Kindness, Joy & Community ✨💙 Join us on Saturday, September 26th, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of kindness through storytelling, poetry, live music, and more. This special event is a fundraiser for Blue Barn Farm & Sanctuary, bringing our community together for a wonderful cause. Enjoy: 🎶 Live entertainment 📖 Storytelling & poetry 🎁 Silent auction 💙 A night of kindness, connection, and community 🎟️ Get your tickets online through Blue Barn Farm & Sanctuary. Come share an unforgettable evening while helping support the amazing work of Blue Barn Farm & Sanctuary. We hope to see you there!

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Sep27

Bhakti Heart

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Center For Spiritual Living, 390 Vernal Street, Eugene

We (Laura Kemp and Len Seligman) are so much looking forward to singing with the Eugene Community again at this new (to us) venue! We hope you can join us for a joyous uplifting gathering singing and chanting sacred sounds from diverse traditions. All are welcome, regardless of musical experience! $15-20 door, no one turned away.

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Oct6

Bhakti Nidra

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Eugene Yoga South, 3575 Donald Street, Eugene, OR

This is a monthly class I teach at Eugene Yoga that combines the practice of yoga nidra with live music including guitar, harmonium, handpan, and singing. Experienced while lying down using props and blankets to be comfortable, I take you through a series of body and breath awareness techniques and visualizations to help you reach a deep state of relaxation.

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