“You have to give Leslie Berry copious credit for being an extremely proficient musician. It’s so refreshing to hear a musician relying on expertise. Leslie plays without hesitation or any need to hide flaws in her musicianship, because there are no apparent flaws. She seems to pour herself out onto the keyboard and into your head as her fingers dance along knowing just where to land. She clearly states her musical presence with a unique flair.” (Tarantella) — LEFT OFF THE DIAL

“No Cinderella is a collection of piano-driven pop storytelling led by a vocal that is delicate and magical, dancing over notes like a ballerina, blending harmonies that are positively ethereal.” (Layton) — INDIE-MUSIC.COM

“The new cd, NO CINDERELLA by LESLIE BERRY, brings forth a new flavor to the indie scene by combining classical piano to elements of pop and country. With an almost intrumental movie soundtrack feel to the music, due to BERRY'S style of piano playing, she adds the hooks needed to attach yourself to the songs with her pop style vocals and harmonies. Vocally she has a youthful voice with a sweet tone that is very inviting and comforting allowing you to focus in on her personal yet indentifiable lyrics. All the added string, horn, bass and drum tracks are all executed extremely well helping to complete the creation of BERRY'S sound. All in all, the arrangement and production of the entire cd is tremendous and due credit goes to producer DAVID BERRY.” (Tate) — I.M.E. PRODUCTIONS

“Leslie Berry sure can play piano. If you've read my other reviews you probably know how much of a sucker I am for piano. I think it's because I still hold a torch for my first musical love interest, Billy Joel. Leslie's playing even sounds like Joel's at times. This is good. She also has a pleasant clear voice…..The whole CD is solid and fun and well, just good. This is Berry's second CD and I hope to hear more from her in the future. ” (Amy, producer of Collected Sounds) — COLLECTED SOUNDS

“Berry’s music is perhaps best described as pop-friendly singer-songwriter music. It’s certainly too intelligent for disposable pop, but it’s catchy enough to distinguish it from most of the music played at the folk venues she’s accustomed to performing at. ” (Armonaitis) — METROBEAT

“Live, Berry’s unique take on the often-tired singer/songwriter approach includes a refreshingly well-crafted and diverse set. Danceable tunes with occasionally provocative lyrics and themes are bookended with catchy instrumentals that should hold the attention of the most jaded concertgoer. Her varied tastes in music mirror the style of her own genre-bending material. ” (Smith) — CREATIVE LOAFING, Atlanta

“it's refreshing to hear an artist capable of creating accessible music without sacrificing integrity and inventiveness. Upstate pianist Leslie Berry is such an artist...” (Armonaitis) — METROBEAT

“Spartanburg SC singer/songwriter Leslie Berry and her partner David Berry have released a charming and well produced adult contemporary showcase... Album highlight ‘Promise,’ a wedding song in which a haunting cello shadows her solemn, white-lace delivery, has the potential to become a staple at ceremonies nationwide if party planners pick up on this disc... Like Paula Cole in a polite catfight with Tori Amos, Leslie Berry's music offers more than meets the eye and ear upon just one listen. Behind that Mona Lisa portrait there's some subtle punk anarchy goin’ on here, yet it remains safe for all ages.” — SOUTHEAST PERFORMER Magazine

“When Leslie Berry's fingers glide across a piano, you can hear magic in the air….Berry has stories to tell and the talent to tell them well.” — SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL

“...variety and contrast...engaging and interesting...” — SPARTANBURG HERALD-JOURNAL

“Sometimes somber, sometimes politely simmering, South Carolina songwriter Berry's intense delivery forces listeners to pay attention. Her occasionally provocative material is witty, edgy, and stares unblinkingly at a variety of unusual topics. A captivating entertainer.” (Smith) — CREATIVE LOAFING, Atlanta

“As far as regional music goes, Leslie is one of the most knowledgeable people I know. She and her band have been playing around the Southeast for quite a while and have built a very good name for themselves...always a good show.” — DRIPS’, Hickory, NC

“A young songwriter/vocalist who drives a mean piano.” — THE HICKORY NEWS

“South Carolina-based pop pianist Berry offers a selection of modern songwriting with elements of classical and folk that simmers with an understated unrest. Polished and easy-to-swallow inner confrontations...” — CREATIVE LOAFING, Atlanta

“...a poppy mixture...Abba-like harmonies...a unique selection” — GET FANCY Magazine

“...vocally and lyrically intriguing...” — WRITER’S BLOCK, WDVX

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