“Amy’s voice was clear as day, and she managed to keep her focus despite playing in a room that had its share of minor distractions.” View entire article
Reviews
Mar
30
2006
Review of “Kite”, Now on Tour
“Hearing Amy Obenski’s voice is like hearing a familiar voice say ‘Don’t worry, it’s OK’… This record is perfect for coming home from the office after a harried day of people yapping in your ear. Crafted with care, it goes from beginning to end without a letdown.” View entire article
Mar
09
2006
“Lady of Tomorrow”, Estrogenius Radio
“…you may feel as though the likelihood of releasing an album and having it gain nationwide attention must be a struggle bordering on the impossible, even in this era of Myspace superstars. Well, it’s not impossible, and I’ve got the CD to prove it: Kite, by Amy Obenski.” View entire article
Mar
08
2006
Review of “Kite”, Sound the Sirens
“When it comes to performing and arranging her earnest material, Amy Obenski is a modern folk singer with jazz sensibilities. Her well played, bare bones trio sound effectively conveys her introspective thoughts about politics, love and existence. Her honest sound is accessible without any thought of being commercial.” View entire article
Mar
06
2006
Review of “Kite”, Collected Sounds
“I’ve been really enjoying this CD. It’s very homey, very comfortable. Amy Obenski’s voice is pretty without being showy. It adds to the music but does not overpower the whole package.” View entire article
Mar
01
2006
Review of “Kite”, High Bias
“I can’t believe this is only Amy Obenski’s second record. The songs on Kite are not only fantastic, but there doesn’t seem to be a single wasted note.” View entire article
Feb
01
2006
Review of “Kite”, Smother Magazine
“Santa Cruz native Amy Obenski sounds like a native of the smoky urban den of New York City. Her voice is passionate and genuine with sincere lyrics and gentle songwriting. As far as female singer/songwriters go, often they go unnoticed and it’s unfortunate. Amy Obenski employs breathy jazzy vocals with luxurious catchy hooks that bend and drip down your spine giving you a nice tingle of delight.” View entire artice
Jan
27
2005
“She Got Her MTV”, Good Times Santa Cruz
“Amy Obenski got a lucky break. Really lucky. It’s not often that MTV goes hunting down unknown singer/songwriters. Usually it’s the other way around. But in early November last year, Obenski, a 26-year-old songstress, was sitting at her desk in her home on the Eastside of Santa Cruz, checking her e-mail, when she logged on to find a note from MTV employee Sonia Riahi…” View entire article