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"LITTLE BAND... BIG SOUND! Somehow these two can EACH play several instruments incredibly well (and at the SAME TIME) while making it look completely effortless".

— The Boston Globe / Boston, MA (2006)

Melanie Krahmer can sing, scream, blow flute, drum, & tease, and she does them all REALLY well.  Rich Libutti plays everything else (he even uses his feet) and together they sound like at least 5 people. If you like live bands that rock, go see sirsy - they won't let you down."

— The Village Voice / New York, NY (2006)

"This band has the edge and depth that has marked the great ones which have transformed generations. Melanie's soulful voice and explosive energy creates an experience that one will not soon forget."

— Peter M. Thall, Entertainment Attorney,       The Law Offices of Peter M. Thall / New York, NY (Feb 2005)

*Mr. Thall has represented many of the world's greatest artists from Simon & Garfunkel to Barry Manilow, Hall & Oates, ABBA, The Average White Band, The Cars, Foreigner, Pat Benatar and innumerable other bands, producers of such artists as Billy Joel, Hole, Weezer, Nada Serf, D Generation, Will Smith, Boyzone and Hansen and singer/songwriters from Ric Ocasek to James Taylor & more...

"Every track is perfection.... I could play the whole album on the radio. The vocals of Melanie Krahmer range from a sensual low growl to a high pitched falsetto. Excellent! Awesome! Incredible!"

—Annette Warner GoGirlsMusic,com, (June 2005)

"Sirsy showed chops and brass.  Lead singer Melanie Krahmer also plays flute.  The seasoned touring band with half a dozen CDs in its canon ruled the packed crowd, with songs like "Soul Sucker".  Lourds joined the band for its final number, her electric violin and Krahmer's electric flute joining forces for a danceable finale.  (Medusafest, CBGBs, NYC)

— Kathleen Warnock, ROCKRGRL MAGAZINE      Issue 57 (Fall 2005)

"Sirsy was one of the first groups to take part in our Localeyez program and judging by the positive response we've had from our consumers we are confident that Sirsy has a great future."

— Mark Hogan, Vice President of Marketing for Trans World      Entertainment / Albany, NY (Dec 2002)

"Opening for Collective Soul was the well-regarded Sirsy. Fronted by Melanie Krahmer, who is blessed with a stunning voice. Krahmer has a terrific growl and she also doubles on flute which gave Sirsy's songs a mysterious quality that demanded a listener's attention."

—Dave Windsheimer, Recorder, Albany/Upstate, NY (April 2005)

"Errr, wow. I mean, WOW! While their music is radio friendly, and their looks are eye-friendly, the material is actually really good. Like pop songs used to be before MTV. They have a sizeable fanbase as evidenced by the sell out at the Tribeca show... go see them!

— Pete Harris, womanrock.com/Indie Sounds NY/Harris Radio,      NYC (Oct 2004)

"Sirsy, an Albany based pop band has taken the Northeast by storm! Their marketing skills as amazing as they are, however, are toppled in comparison by the amount of heart, soul, and passion they have pouring through their music. At this year's Bamboozle Festival, make sirsy a band on your must-see list!"

—Peter Kakouriotis, Aquarian, NJ & NYC (April 2005)

"The amazing sirsy.You can tell anyone you want, I'm a big SIRSY fan."

—Patti Rothberg, EMI Recording Artist/ NYC (Aug 2003)

"This ain’t your run-of-the-mill indie band folks. Sirsy offers up a veritable soup of ardent originality. Krahmer casts her lyrical and vocal spell with a voice that is a standout among wannabes in today’s radio drivel. Bursting and belting out emotion and substance, she can be the queen of ‘in the groove’ rocking or be simple and delicate. The band doesn’t struggle to keep up with Krahmer’s vocal talent, they shine in comparison to the stock inventory of what is commercially available. Originality starts from the top down and with Sirsy it doesn’t stop at the depth and insight of the music and lyrics. On all of Sirsy’s releases the performance is stellar...bringing the listener back to emotions that one might not want to revisit, but the beauty of Melanie’s voice and the invitation of the music whisper, "it’s okay." Emotional, original, rock with a singer who gives major label releases a run for their money. From a solidly smart standout first release to the soon to be released Ruby, the sounds of Sirsy keep getting better. Take notice, this is one indie band with the clout, talent and know-how to make great records and groove its way to musician nirvana."

— J. Schaefer, Aftertaste Magazine/ Webzine (May 2004)

"Sirsy reminds me why I love music."

—Arthur Gonick, WSPN 91.1FM / Saratoga & Upstate, NY (2004)

"On Ruby, they're tighter and more focused than ever. It's no surprise that Ruby debuted in the  Top 10. Vicious guitar work frames the super-sexy vocals of lead gal Melanie Krahmer. She's  Sirsy's trump card, and her performance here is stunning. Krahmer has the lungs of a teenage  athlete and the growl of a sixty-something blues singer. Not a bad combo. The players are also skilled, and one of their talents is restraint. No spotlight-stealing solos or layers of effects here. It's especially interesting to hear how the band colors the songs with tiny details while leaving them wide open for the vocals. Nice job."

—Ethan Covey, Music Editor, Seven Days Newspaper /      Burlington, VT (June 2004)

"...gorgeous...great pop songs...classy and quirky enough to capture the ears of college radio listeners all over the continent... catchy without being hackneyed. It’s rare that I get the opportunity to hear superior slow songs that don’t sound artificial and simulated. Sirsy is a substantial, air-tight assemblage of some of the finest funk-based, urban pop I’ve had the  pleasure to experience."

—Pete Knapp, President, Shut Eye Records / Atlanta, GA (June 2001)

"Ruby is a perfect example of what an album should sound like. Each song is a work of art and Melanie’s voice tells a story each time she graces the stage."

— Erin P. Capuano, Publisher, Lilith's Child Webzine /  Focused on   Women in Music /  (May 2005)

"I liked the Sirsy stuff. From what I heard, they definitely have the talent to go all the way."

— Rob Hotchkiss (guitarist) of the band TRAIN (Nov 2002)

SIRSY'S (Live Version) of "WISHLESS" NAMED BEST SONG OF 2002!  "If there was a 'Most Likely to Succeed' award, this band would win it hands down. Melanie Krahmer's vocals are searing and sultry, the band tight and complementary. Radio friendly, video friendly, and so, so pleasing on the ears. Go Sirsy!"

—Andy Gallo, Crumbs Radio / Web Radio (Jan 2003)

"Sirsy is one of the most professional bands in the business. Four very talented musicians who have written a catalog of great material and deliver a live performance that’s both fun and energetic, and is able to appeal to the masses like no other band I know."

—Dan Goodspeed, Rkstar.com / Indie Band Web Site (July 2002)

"Sirsy has an uncanny knack for handling well-worn song themes in an original way. These diversified players and their gifted female vocalist incorporate a wide array of influences without ever sounding derivative."

—Audiogalaxy.com / Indie Band Web Site (2000)

"...a unique sound, talented musicians a lot of energy... more apt to fill an arena rather than a bar. There is no telling how many shows Sirsy has left in the Crystal City. Not because they'll quit their marathon touring, but because they'll be at the Beacon Theater in New York City instead.”

—Jon Methven, The Leader / Corning, NY (Aug 2002)

"Hands down... One of the best live acts you will ever see!"

—Jeff Maynard, Ri Ra Music Club / Charlotte, NC (2004)

"...moody, passionate songs filled with hooks and tasty musicianship. You need to hear sirsy to be able to say you knew them when!"

—Corley Roberts, President, FABU Records / Nashville, TN (Aug 2000)

CREATING A BUZZ IN THEIR BACKYARD...

"Best Local Band of 2003 & 2004: SIRSY".

—Times Union, Reader's Poll / Albany & Upstate, NY (2003 & 04) —Metroland Magazine / Albany & Upstate, NY (2003 & 2004)

"Best Concert of 2004: SIRSY at LARKFEST". (Dave Matthew's Band finished at #3). "Best Singer/Songwriter of 2004: Melanie Krahmer of sirsy"

—Times Union, Readers' Poll / Albany & Upstate, NY (2004)

"Best Local Act of 2003: SIRSY". "Best Concert in the Past Year: #1 Dave Matthews Band at SPAC, #2 Bon Jovi at the Pepsi Arena, #3 SIRSY at E.O'Dwyer's."

—Times Union, Readers' Poll / Albany & Upstate, NY (2003)

"In the Albany, NY area... the most talented is a band called Sirsy."

—Rate Your Music.com / Indie Band Web Site (Aug 2002)

"Of the more than 400 bands in the Capital Region less than a dozen local groups can be considered buzzworthy...Sirsy...has earned its buzz."

—Michael Lisi, Sunday Gazette / Schenectady, NY (June 2002)

"Helmed by the sensually throaty singer Melanie Krahmer, Sirsy have been creating a buzz,as the hard-working funk-pop ensemble’s daunting schedule has earned them a large helping of fans... recently, won CBGB’s Battle of the Bands."

—Metroland Magazine / Albany & Upstate NY (Nov 2002)

"...passion, stage presence, and glaring potential...Sirsy is bigger than many might think."

—Chris Riale, Albany Student Press, SUNY Albany /      Albany, NY (Nov 2002)

"...hook-laden punch... a band coming into its own...play off each other effortlessly... vocalist Melanie Krahmer- the main attraction in the band, has a voice capable of both a lion's roar  and a floaty whisper. The instrumentalists wisely leave plenty of aural space to be filled with Krahmer's soulful moan. The songs...manage to sound familiar and radio-friendly...shimmering guitar licks, rattling percussion; Krahmer's vocals alternate between a seductive croon and a cathartic release the band manages to mix funk and pop into an infectious groove... this outfit is uniquely talented especially Krahmer. Sirsy are collectively more skillful than a fair number of artists who've found themselves in the modern pop-rock spotlight."

— Ethan Covey, Music Editor, Seven Days Newspaper /       Burlington, VT (April 2002)

"...the band puts in 12 tight performances on 'At This Time (Live)'. Singer Melanie Krahmer has a vocal versatility, waxing by turns soulful, angelic and downright bitchy while staying in command of the audience. Given the live crowd’s enthusiastic response, you can imagine Sirsy might be best appreciated live."

— Colin Clary, Seven Days Newspaper / Burlington, VT (Jan 03)

"....a lot of heart and the most effectively realized arrangements to emerge from an area studio in recent memory... Melanie Krahmer’s robust, attitudinal vocals are immediately arresting, the guitar and bass work is as nimble and professional as Krahmer’s singing. All the individual elements are tasty, from Krahmer’s ballsy belting and occasional flute solos to the solid rhythm provided by Libutti (on bass)."

—Peter Hanson, Metroland / Albany & Upstate, NY (Feb 2001)

"Sirsy is hot, and with each passing day sultry singer Melanie Krahmer is looking more and more like the girl most likely to succeed. ...a funkified, grrl-powered modern rock power house with a mature batch of songs and a combo tightened by plenty of live work."

—Michael Eck, Albany2Go.com/ Albany & Upstate, NY (Feb 03)