EP Review by Wildy's World 2009 

Robyn Pauhl has long been considered one of Canada’s most exciting young vocalists. She broke into national prominence in 2003 singing with some of the country’s top jazz talent. Pauhl took several years off, but returned in 2008 with a self-titled EP, Robyn Pauhl. While her style runs the gamut from Rock to RnB to Country, Pauhl seems to have concentrated on the country side of her persona here. Robyn Pauhl is a limited edition EP in advance of a full-length album due sometime in 2009.

Robyn Pauhl opens with Beginning To Fall In Love, a Gospel and Soul inflected Country tune that stands up to the best Nashville has to offer. Pauhl has this gorgeous, powerful voice that wraps the listener up in a cascade of sound, and she uses it to full effect here. Up next is All I Said, a Country/Rock hybrid that straddles the ravine between Pop and Adult Contemporary. Meet Me In The Middle is the class of the album. This is a classic country tune with southern Gospel accents that could be an immediate hit on country radio with the right push. Pauhl carries this song like a torch, leaving the listener in wonder.

Pauhl tacks a different tack on Westbound Like The Sun, sounding like a 1970’s AM Pop Crooner. It’s actually quite a song, just a little dated sounding. Pauhl is in amazing voice here. I Feel Nothing Now is piano, viola and Pauhl. It’s a tear jerker that’s beautiful in its abject sadness. Remember Me falls into the country/blues hybrid done so well by folks like Bonnie Raitt, showing another aspect of Pauhl and what her voice is capable of. It’s a perfect way to close out the EP.

Robyn Pauhl is amazing. There’s no other word for it. If she’s not the next country superstar then it will prove once and for all that they’ve forgotten what it’s all about on Music Row. Her debut EP, Robyn Pauhl is a must-hear, no hands down.

Rating: 4.5 Stars (Out of 5)



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Monkeybiz.ca Interview 2009
By Nicole de Nobriga

Hamilton's Robyn Pauhl Does It Her Way On New CD 2003
By Graham Rockingham- The Hamilton Spectator

Robyn Pauhl's single recording "I Saw Him Standing There" is a remarkable cover of a legendary Beatles song. At nineteen years old, she has left an incredible impression on the music industry. Lee Pincus from GPS Music Group; New York (Publisher of many legendary artists such as Patsy Cline and the Beatles) had this to say after hearing Robyn sing 'I Saw Him Standing There': 

"I think the question is not whether Robyn Pauhl is as good a singer as Lee Ann Rimes, but whether Lee Ann Rimes is as good a singer as Robyn Pauhl."

Michelle Wright states that Robyn will be " Canada 's Next Star" and Bruce Guthro raved about her "great pipes". Cliff Dumas states "what a great Canadian talent -- look out for Robyn Pauhl."

Hamilton's Men's Magazine

One Page Info Sheets

Musician Quotes

Adrean Farrugia:“Over the last ten years I have had the pleasure of performing with many singers that cover a broad range of styles and influences. Robyn Pauhl is without a doubt the most talented young singer I have had the opportunity to work with. She exhibits a great level of maturity as well as a depth of expression that is rare in many vocalists, even twice her age. She already has a strong personal style and I'm looking forward to hearing her and working with her in the years to come.”

Darren LaChance: “Robyn is one of the most talented people I have seen in my many years of playing. As a teacher and a friend of Robyn’s, I have seen first hand her persistence and her developing maturity as a singer and a musician. I know that Robyn is ready for the world and the world is ready for her!”

Dee Kaye: "Robyn's dynamic voice can warm you like hot chamomile with a spoonful of wild honey. Her instrument can effortlessly stir you... fast or slow. Spice? of course... whether you like it hot, cool and refreshing, sweet or spicy, Robyn quenches all thirsts with her sultry delivery, diverse musicality and impeccable technique."

Mark Inneo: "Robyn's voice, versatility and professionalism are all way beyond her years. I'm so excited to be working with her at this early stage in her career; and can hardly wait to see the adventure that lies ahead of this very talented young artist!"

Mike Malone: “I’ve been listening to Robyn with the Hamilton All Star Jazz Band over the last few years and have heard her improve steadily from the beginning. She’s handled these sessions with professionalism that belies her youth. It’s been a pleasure to work with her and this great young rhythm section on this recording.”

Mark McIntyre: “Robyn is listening! Whether we are playing music or talking about it she is all ears. A musician who is not afraid to do things her own way. Very driven and focused both in performance and growth.”