Anna Coogan: News

I just got the sad news that Seattle musician Jim Hinde died of a heart attack in his sleep this week. Jim was an inspiration and offered me (and many other struggling artists) encouragement at every opportunity. He and his music will be sorely missed in Seattle.

Available Now!
Live from the 2007 Northwest Folklife Festival

Featuring 16 stellar live performances from the 2007 Festival, this benefit CD is available now from iTunes, Amazon, Rhapsody and other digital download outlets. You can also buy it online at www.nwfolklife.org or at the Festival! Only $10 and your purchase of the CD benefits Northwest Folklife and the Festival you love! Join us May 23-26, 2008 at the Seattle Center for the 2008 Northwest Folklife Festival.

For all of you tweens out there, the song "Rise On" is airing on the ABC family show "Kyle XY", episode 2:16. You can check it out at www.abcfamily.com. You can hear the song in the background of the emotional discussion between mom and dad about aging and abandoning youthful dreams! How fitting.

I just registered to make an album with 14.5 songs in the month of February. All songs must be written and recorded during the long, dark month of February. I can't wait to get started! Check out www.fawm.org for details.

Just got done with a photo shoot with local artist Michael Bauer. If you live in the area, I highly suggest working with him! www.michaelbauerphotography.com
The new year is going well: making lot's of music, starting a new project with Jared Clifton (formerly of Radio Nationals), playing with north19, and recording with Eric Hastings. Hope to see everyone out and about.

I am busy setting up my new website and myspace page. 2008 will bring new music, new shows, and, hopefully, a new solo album. I am very much looking forward to it! Hope everyone has a happy holiday!