0 Irene Cara with Hot Caramel is a Cool Smoothie
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- by Kingsley H. Smith
- 06/10/2008
Remember "Flashdance," "Fame," and one of my favorites, "Anyone Can See." Irene Cara was the vocal talent behind those memorable songs.
The Oscar and Grammy Award winning composer, actress, and vocalist has been grooming an all-girl band called Hot Caramel. They are due to release a new song in June, 2008.
Hot Caramel members include; Errica Poindexter - bass, Yvonne Poindexter - vocals, Audrey Martell - vocals, Donna Hairston - bass guitar, Lafrae Olivia Sci - drums, Sheryl Bailey - guitar, and Irene Cara - lead vocals, acoustic piano, synths, and keyboards.
While listening to their material and auditioning a few tracks, I picked up on Hot Carmel's distinctive blend of R&B, rock, jazz, Latin dance, pop, and soul. Not too many artists embrace this kind of eclectic mix.
Watch for their new album, and listen to about a minute of the ballad "How Can I Make You Love Me."