Alexis Strum

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Alexis Strum is a singer- songwriter with a personality. Described in

the press as "The Scissor Sisters' UK cousin", she is neither

whimsical, nor introverted. Alexis writes songs which document love as

if she were your best (single) mate. Put it this way, only androids

would fail to be touched by her experience.



Taking her inspiration from the recently-resurfaced songstress, Kate

Bush, Alexis is more than just your average voice

on legs, having produced the majority of her debut album, 'Cocoon', in

her bedroom studio. In fact, due to a severely 'bad haircut' (as

referenced in her first single) she hid herself away for three months

listening to Kate, Damien Rice and the Scissor Sisters and studiously

(and perhaps vainly) didn't leave the house until she was done. No drum

left unquantized, she emerged with twelve perfect songs. Cue massive bidding war followed by a deal with Mercury Records.



Fresh from performances at this year's V and Wireless festivals, and

having supported artists from right across the musical spectrum - from Brendon Benson to Charlotte Church - Alexis has spent much of 2005 building up to the release of 'Cocoon', due early in the new year.



And some album it promises to be too. Described by the Daily Star as

containing 'hits a-plenty,' Music Week confidently concluded; 'don't be

surprised to find this among the Mercury nominations for 2006.'



Sonically speaking, an Alexis Strum song is a semi-acoustic affair with

leftfield beats and sparkly synths. She has been described as falling

somewhere between the aforementioned Kate Bush, the Scissor Sisters and

the best moments of Phil Spector's songbook - clearly not a bad place

to be, and we're obviously not the only ones to think this

way; Witness both Kylie and Rachel Stevens rushing to cut Alexis' songs

for their most recent albums (check out 'Still Standing' and 'Nothing Good

About This Goodbye', respectively).



As for her own songs, introductory single 'Bad Haircut' playfully

likens the finale of a doomed relationship to a disastrous barnet, all tied-up in

Alexis' own distinct brand of quirky, left-field pop.



Forthcoming single 'It Could Be You' is produced by the force behind

Will Young's "Leave Right Now", Steve Lipson, and reveals a vulnerable

Alexis wondering if she has found 'The One.' Comfortably enwrapped

in lush orchestration, and co-written with legendary lyricist Billy Steinberg,

(writer of "Eternal Flame' and 'I Drove All Night'), the song looks set to propel Alexis into the pop stratosphere.



For the official line on Alexis, check out her website at alexisstrum.com ,

or dip into her never-a-dull-minute world by reading her hilarious

exclusive blog for Popjustice, (Goldfrapp and The Scissor Sisters'

website of choice), at popjustice.co.uk/alexis. Meanwhile, look out for

Alexis Strum at venues in and around the London area over the remainder of the year.



Press quotes:



Her approach has a lightness of touch which is graceful and uplifting. Dont be surprised to find this among the Mercury nominations for 2006. Music Week album review



This girl will be a big star. News Of The World



Armed with a fresh, pure voice and lush pop arrangements, she should soon be chart bound. Daily Mail



Not only is the song a corker, but Alexis is one of those personalities who might just drive herself to huge success sooner or later. Record Of The Day



All round the song-writing and vocals are strong and the material has depth. Langourous, mood enhancing, mature pop. QX album of the week



'Hotly anticipated as one of the pop projects of the year. Music Week



Debut album Cocoon has hits a-plenty to offer. Shes good. Trust me. Daily Star



The debut album from accomplished songwriter Alexis Strum, Cocoon incorporates a variety of contemporary, semi-acoustic pop songs, all showcasing her incredible range and vocal flair. ReFresh



Bad Haircut is simple, memorable and incredibly catchy. Music Week playlist



an album of catchy melodic lolli-pop. Observer Magazine



In the up-and-coming stakes, Alexis Strum proves to be a charming singer songwriter. The Guardian (review of V2005)



The UK has an embarrassment of pop riches. This fall's release by Alexis Strum is a prime example. Time Out New York



"Alexis is everything we could want, and more from our pop stars. She is an honourable gayer of mammoth proportions!" Boyz



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