PRESS
“A maestro of musical fusion…unparalleled artistry and vision. In her hands, music transcends sound and becomes a conduit for truth and beauty.”
— Melodic Mag
“The Ambient Queen”
— Nathan Duvall, Platinum Artist (Disciples)
“I am in awe of this album, and her artistry…truly an epic creation”
— Heather Christie, Moonbabe Records
“A very ambitious and impressive mix of genres and global instrumentation”
— Bob Duskis, Six Degrees Records
“Shelley’s compositions are sonic landscapes rich with texture and depth, inviting audiences on a transcendent journey of the senses…a realm of artistry seldom seen.”
— Indie Artist Buzz
“Broken Open”- EP Premiere in Indie Music Discovery
Calling it a “transformative exploration of healing and self discovery”
Shelley Thomas Unveils New Single “Castle Wall” blending Gothic Fantasy and Musical Fusion
— Feature in Indie Artist Buzz
Interview with KCSU
“Love of music, travel and the oud: An interview with Shelley Thomas”
“Lush orchestral arrangements…guides you through a sonic journey to the beautifully haunted side of yourself…world music magic ”
— Audiofemme
“Refined, imaginative and gorgeous”
— Beehive Candy
“Introspective…Taps a wide palate of instruments and influences”
— Tom Schnabel, KCRW’s Rhythm Planet
“Mirror” Official Music Video Premiered in Balanced Breakfast
“Mirror” Featured in PM Studio
“Mirror” Featured in That Buzzing Sound
“Mirror” Featured in The Deli Music Charts (Orchestral Pop/Rock)
“Mirror” Featured in Rock N’ Load Magazine
“Mirror” Featured in Guitar Girl Magazine
Article published in Elephant Journal
Read Shelley’s writing in her article “Surrendering to the Creative Essence”
Interview with WGBB's The Big Fat Joey Show
Interview with New Cleveland Radio
Artist Interview in Tunisian Newspaper “Al Anwar” جريدة الأنوار
“Cancer Moon” featured in Women in Music
“Cancer Moon” featured in The Deli Magazine’s Orchestral Pop/Rock Music Charts
“Cancer Moon” featured in Gratis Libre
CREATIVE CODEX PODCAST INTERVIEW
An insightful sit-down conversation with world music alchemist & singer: Shelley Thomas. Join us as we explore world music, the fear of failure, taking the long way, destiny, and the spirituality of music.
“Deep and incredible”
— Nickodemus, Wonderwheel Records
“Impressive, intelligent, beautiful…the evolution of singing”
— Alex Grey, Visionary Artist
“As exhilarating to listen to as it is a towering display of vocal prowess. Thomas has such vast range, formidable technique and minutely nuanced command of microtones that she can do it all. The result is rapture that sometimes borders on terror”
— New York Music Daily
“Sublime…unique and impressive… her voice is fresh, melodic and evocative… her passion for her work is demonstrated in the intense commitment she gives. Everyone was enthralled”
— Beledi Beat
“Transcendent”
— Nomadique Collective
HASSAN HAKMOUN’S “UNITY” ALBUM ON NCPR’S BEST GLOBAL MUSIC OF 2014 LIST
“One of the most eclectic of New York's elite singers”
— New York Music Daily