Folk singer Rose Laughlin embraces traditional and contemporary song. Grown from Celtic and American folk roots, her beguiling voice displays many different influences which result in a captivating take on songs old and new.
Rose’s musical influences and inspirations include Nancy Griffith, Judy Collins, Linda Rondstadt, Ricki Lee Jones, Stevie Nicks, Shawn Colvin, Karan Casey and Susan McKeown.
Rose performed with guitarist/ composer/producer, Mike Kirkpatrick while in Chicago.
She has released her second cd “The Chicago Sessions.” Rose and Mike have collaborated on the cd which features many of the songs they performed together. Mike produced the album as well as played guitar, soprano 12 string guitar, organ, dulcimer, and vocal harmony.
“The Chicago Sessions” also features Devin Shepherd (fiddle), Jackie Moran (bodhrans), and Kat Eggleston (vocal harmony.)
“Souvenir,” Rose Laughlin’s debut cd, is a collection of both traditional and contemporary Irish and American folk music. Rose captures the spirit of each song; from the warning tale of “The Month of January” to the reflective, “Shades of Gloria.” Rose’s soulful interpretation along with producer, Dennis Cahill’s striking musical arrangements make “Souvenir” an engaging and beautiful compilation of songs.
Accompanying Rose on “Souvenir” is renowned musician/producer Dennis Cahill: (guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, bass), and a stellar lineup of musicians: June Shellene (piano), Kat Eggleston (vocal harmony), Jimmy Moore (low whistle), Liz Knowles (violins), and John Williams (accordion).