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Welcome to the Suzanne Palmer Web Site
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As the featured vocalist on hit
tracks by Grammy award winner Peter Rauhofer's Club 69 ("Much Better," "Alright," "Muscles"),
the Absolute's UK gold record "I Believe," her irresistible 2001 club anthem "Hide U," her 2002 club smash
"Show Me," the UK breakout trance/house collaboration with DJ Tiesto, "643/Love's On Fire," her club classic,
"Luv 2 Luv," and her releases, "Home," "Sound Of The Drum," "Fascinated," and "Free
My Love," “Fame” and "Big Love" Suzanne Palmer has stunned crowds internationally with her spirited,
gospel-inflected performances.
Equally at home singing r&b, gospel, house, pop and jazz, Palmer boasts impeccable
credentials. The daughter of a jazz pianist, she grew up on Chicago's south side. By age sixteen she was performing professionally.
She has appeared on albums with Angela Bofill, Jeff Lorber and Terry Callier. Earth, Wind and Fire's Maurice White signed
her to a solo recording project. Palmer toured Europe with the Victory Singers, a renowned Chicago gospel choir, and tore
down the house on New York's nationally televised "Show Time at the Apollo." In Poland, at the prestigious Sopot
International Pop Festival, she competed against singers from sixteen countries to win the Best Solo Vocalist award. She appeared
on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," singing with Gloria Estefan on her 1996 Olympic Games anthem, "Reach." The
February 1998 issue of Jazziz magazine declared Palmer a winner in its talent search for "Voices of the New Jazz Culture."
In the summer of 1997, after signing to the Twisted America/MCA label, she began her fruitful artistic partnership
with producer/DJ Peter Rauhofer, as a featured vocalist on the Club 69 album, "Style." The album yielded three hit
singles for Suzanne, "Much Better," "Alright," and "Muscles," and firmly established her as
a major star in the club music scene.
In 1998 Suzanne began writing and recording at the Vienna studio of production
team Beat 4 Feet. The resulting tracks reflected a stylistic diversity and emotional range rarely found - let alone handled
with such confidence - by an artist. Rousing dance floor numbers such as the inspirational house anthem "Stand Up!"
and the classic, disco-drenched "It's My Life" and "The Rhythm Goes On," offset smoldering ballads like
"So Much For Promises" and "If I Had To Do It All Again," the Chaka Khan-esque "Good Good Lovin',"
the techno-soul grooves of "Eyes Of A Broken Child" and "Lonely Is The Night," the sultry mid-tempo jams
like "Love Will Be The Key," and "One For Me." Unfortunately, the Twisted label was forced to close its
doors before the album could be released.
In 2001 Suzanne reunited with producer/DJ Peter Rauhofer to record "Hide
U" for Peter's own Star 69 label. It began topping the DJ playlists as soon as promo copies went out, and rapidly broke
into the Billboard Club Play chart's top 5. 2002 saw the release of her Rauhofer-produced house hit, "Show Me,"
as well as her collaboration with master trance DJ Tiesto, the European breakout smash, "643/Love's On Fire."
On June 21, 2005 Suzanne celebrated the release of her first full length cd for Star 69, entitled "Home."
Executive producer Rauhofer teamed her up with some of the most creative and cutting edge producers, writers, and remixers
around, including Anthony Acid, Peter Bailey, Beat Hustlerz, Blue Room, Dezrok, Cevin Fisher, Fred Jorio, Eric Kupper, Angel
Moraes, David Morales and Orange Factory. In 2008, Suzanne embarked upon a new
project with DJ/producer Bill Bennett, resulting in the release of their remake of the classic, "Fame," along with
Suzanne's very first music video. Following that, she worked, once again, with Peter Rauhofer on a cover of the classic,
"Big Love." Suzanne
recently entered into an exciting collaboration on new music with Chicago house producer and writer Georgie Porgie.
Always in demand as a live performer, Suzanne has appeared as a featured artist
at major venues and festivals throughout the world, in cities including New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, New Orleans,
Chicago, Montreal, Toronto, London, Edinburgh, Paris, Brussels, Rome, Sao Paulo, Mexico City, Tel Aviv, San Juan, and Sydney.
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WHAT THE PRESS HAS TO SAY:
BILLBOARD
Suzanne Palmer is no stranger to clubland. In 1998, as a featured singer for Club 69, she scored her first (and only) No.
1 Hot Dance Club Play hit with “Much Better.” Since embarking on a solo career, Palmer’s singles “Hide
U,” “Show Me,” and “Luv 2 Luv” have all made their way into the top five of the Billboard chart.
“Home” will not have any difficulty repeating the process. In fact, with its savvy songwriting and taut production
(courtesy of Jody Den Broeder and Ellis Miah), the progressive house-styled yet radio-friendly “Home” could become
the singer’s first Club Play chart-topper as a one-woman act.
"(Suzanne Palmer) was downright yummy...(She)
wrecked the room by unleashing a Chaka Khan-like wail from her tiny blond frame. To say she has star power would not properly
capture what she infused into (Club 69's) 'Twisted.' Listen to the jam yourself and then search her out in a live setting."
"(At Billboard's 1998 Dance Music Summit) Suzanne Palmer, the acclaimed belter behind Club 69's 'Alright' and
'Much Better,' showed that she's far more than a studio screamer when she previewed softer, more lyrically challenging material
from her upcoming solo Twisted America project. This gal's got charisma to go with her voice."
THE VILLAGE
VOICE
"(One of) the most influential vocalists in the garage universe:...Suzanne Palmer."
PERFECTBEAT.COM
"More than any other genre, among the most exciting aspects of dance music is that it is constantly reinventing itself.
Moving as fast as technology allows, die-hard listeners are treated several times a year to singles that change its direction
and redefine "the sound." "Show Me," Suzanne Palmer's long-awaited follow-up to her circuit smash, "Hide
U," is, in fact, one of these great singles... despite the fact that it took us a little getting used to at first. It
was simply a matter of having to learn to digest all its ingredients. 80's retro, tribal house, sci-fi camp and a pinch of
witty sarcasm all come together on remixes from Phil Pagan and James Anderson, but most adorably on the saucy original version
via Peter Rauhofer. "Show Me" is definitely among the highlights of the summer, and perhaps even the year. Palmer,
if you please."
"(“Luv
2 Luv” is)...a classic diva club anthem, a crown and title of which there haven’t really been that many worthy
of wearing in recent memory...Highly recommended."
Suzanne Palmer "Home" Star 69 Records:
"Suzanne Palmer...continues her reign as a cherished favorite with "Home",
an unabashed love admission set atop a dramatic melody and a variety of hard-hitting beats courtesy of the Beathustlerz and
rising star Offer Nissim. Also included are two new mixes of Palmer's runaway summer hit "Luv 2 Luv" crafted by
the timeless David Morales...and Angel Moraes. Delicious."
CYBER-CLUBBER.COM MUSIC REVIEWS
TRANCE.NU
It's common knowledge now, the successful...tough trance workout..."Flight
643" has been skilfully refurbished with strong vocals from talent, Suzanne Palmer. The diverse diva brings a high profile
in the scene...and is famous for her voice in one of last year's hottest anthems, "Hide U." The Oliver Klein Vox
Mix...is the dog's bollocks...generating a corking blend of German tech-trance, industrious stabs and the enchanting vocal.
The Oliver Lieb Vocal Remix is destined for dance floor domination, with its paced up, techno-influenced arrangement.
DANCE-MUSIC-REVIEWS.COM
The Original version of ‘643
(Love’s On Fire)’ is a superb... hard trance cut that takes no prisoners and is of course non-vocal. The Love's
On Fire part of the track previously known as 'Flight 643' refers to the new vocals by Suzanne Palmer which add an interesting
touch as they aren't the usual floaty trance vocals and they work quite well. There's mixes by Oliver Lieb, Oliver Klein,
Quivver and DJ Orkidea. What a track, Tiësto keeps delivering the goods!
A slamming ***** outta five.
STREETSOUND
"The two biggest delights (from the new Club 69 album, Style) come in the form of two covers - the Diana Ross classic
'Muscles' and Urban Soul's 'Alright.' On Style they get makeovers by the dynamic vocal power of Palmer, who gives Miss Ross
a run for her money on the once disco, now house version of 'Muscles.' This track is likely to shoot to the top of the charts
and ring as one of the best diva tracks of the year..."
CHICAGO TRIBUNE
"...a galvanizing
performance...as Palmer transforms the peace ballad...'Imagine'...into a high-powered gospel workout."
CHICAGO
READER
"Palmer remains among the city's most talented and enigmatic vocalists:...she certainly has the technique
and daring to achieve either...jazz or pop stardom..."
NY GARAGE REPORT
"'There Will Come
A Day' (Tribal America) is really quite wonderful. (Palmer's) storming gospelled-up vocal...could burn the seat off your pants
at fifty yards."
VIBE
"...Palmer does more than merely prove that she's technically capable
of holding her own in an R&B or pop environment. She reveals that rare, intangible X-factor that separates the stars from
the mere singers."
HX
"The Roxy was packed...House diva Suzanne Palmer took the stage to
sing her hits, including her soon-to-be classic "Hide U." She tore it up!"
JOE BERMUDEZ
"Suzanne's gospel-inflected performance (on "Hide U") gives you pure raw emotion from every note...a deep
and minimal mix that lets her vocal move the dance floor."
DJ TIMES/DJ GROOVES
"With a hard-hitting
intro, (and) Palmer's powerful vocals...Peter Rauhofer's got another club-ready hit. A top-notch production, ("Hide U"
is)...an instant winner."
Luv 2 Luv
"Suzanne Palmer is back with a new chart-topper...Suzanne’s
stunning vocals...keep a crowded dance floor packed...Suzanne lets her emotion ring through her voice in epic proportions...Miss
Palmer has a sure-fire hit under her this time!"
DANCEMUSIC.ABOUT.COM
Luv 2 Luv
Five stars
"No doubt that when the time comes at the end of the year for DJs to pick their top dance tracks of the year,
Suzanne Palmer's "Luv 2 Luv" will be at the top of most lists...(It) is packed with six stellar remixes and helps
to maintain Palmer as one of the top divas in dance music. With her new album, "Home" to be released in the next
few months, I can hardly wait to hear what we are in store for. If this track is any indication, dance floors better be prepared
to be turned out."
"Sound of the Drum" Five Stars
"I love me some Suzanne...She's
got to be one of the brightest stars (vocally speaking) in dance music... This CD single is...a track taken from her most
recent album, "Home."...Sure all the mixes are great but everybody has their favorite. Get the CD already and you're
bound to find your favorite remix. Do not ignore Suzanne Palmer. Sound of the drum indeed."
DJ TIMES
Suzanne Palmer “Home” Star 69 Records
"House music fans have been waiting what seems like an
eternity, but it’s finally here. The voice that has been featured on such amazing mixes as Peter Rauhofer’s mix
of “Hide U” and Tiesto’s mix of “643/Love’s On Fire” now has a debut artist album. The
title track is now circulating in the clubs and if it’s any indication of what’s to come, we are in good hands.
Produced by the Beat Hustlerz, this has a more commercial appeal than previous appearances... There is also a great mix from
Offer Nissim. Please support the voice that has given us so much joy over the years." DANCEMUSIC.ABOUT.COM
Home – Suzanne Palmer – Star 69 Records
"Hot
on the heels of her massive mainstream hit “Luv 2 Luv”, Suzanne Palmer is back with a blazing new track produced
by Ellis Miah and Jody Den Broeder (Beat Hustlerz) and remixed by the man of the moment, Israel’s Offer Nissim...Also
included in this package are two outstanding new remixes of “Luv 2 Luv” by David Morales and Angel Moraes. With
quality production across the board, the powerful vocals of Suzanne Palmer and enough versions to appeal to many DJs and dancefloors,
this is an outstanding EP from the Star 69 crew."
BOI Magazine
"Sound of the Drum" Suzanne
Palmer (Star 69)
Oh, this track is just delicious...Ms. Palmer and the folks at Star 69 are on a roll of late with
last year's highly popular "Luv 2 Luv" and the more recent "Home." They most certainly continue their
winning formula with "Sound of the Drum."
www.metroweekly.com/Soundwaves
Suzanne Palmer,
Home
Suzanne Palmer's...driving remake of the nearly 20-year-old house hit ''Fascinated"...(is)a standout
track on Palmer's standout debut artist album, Home.
IN Los Angeles Magazine
"Home"
As the voice behind countless Peter Rauhofer/Club 69 floor filler singles in the late '90s, Chicago's Suzanne Palmer finally
steps into the solo spotlight with her much-delayed debut collection. Home is a non-stop flogging of beloved circuit anthems,
including the recent hit singles "Luv 2 Luv," "Sound Of The Drum," "Show Me," and the title
track. Anything but a disposable voice and another pretty face, Palmer solidifies herself with the release of an album that
proves she's more than a generic vocalist shoved behind the mic. What seems to set Palmer apart from the wailing diva pack
is how much gospel and warm soul she packs into her performances, and that she has chops as a songwriter, too. Another highlight
is her cover of the cheesy '80s club hit, "Fascinated" (by Company B). Palmer gives the track -- and its undeniably
catchy chorus -- a breathy, understated sex appeal...As far as flat-out circuit collections go, Palmer more than keeps up
with the pace and rhythm and adds some class and warmth to the all-night party.
www.ivibes.nu
Home
(Star 69 Records)
The Chicago born diva Suzanne Palmer...is now ready to release her solo album and it features
an allstar cast of producers with New York Tribal King Peter Bailey, legendary house producer and deejay David Morales, Eric
Kupper, Cevin Fisher, Angel Moraes and Peter Rauhofer...Palmer’s voice is outstanding...(she) continues to just make
my jaw drop...her voice just shines on this album...this lady got vocal range and boy does she ever use it...this is so good...Certainly
give this a chance.
www.lesbination.com
SUZANNE PALMER: HOME
Suzanne Palmer, where have
you been all my life? Or more importantly, when are you coming to my living room to serenade me as the girls and I get ready
for a night on the town. Packing one hell of a wallop to her soul tinged voice and catchy, instantly hummable dance tracks...Palmer's
Home is created as a dance disc first and foremost...Palmer pulled out dance music's big guns to help craft this debut offering,
and because the tunes are written to be played at hi-def on a packed and sweaty dance floor, that sense of urgency, passion
and grit come pouring out of the speakers on every track...As inspired and captivating as the tracks are, it's Palmer's voice
that is truly the discovery here. Vocally, she's almost unmatched by anyone on the radio today. Hats off to the girl - this
is the sort of voice I want busting out of the speakers at Pride.
www.poetblu.net
Suzanne Palmer: Home
This hot-long-awaited debut solo album from Suzanne Palmer is exactly what I've been waiting for...After luv'n her
hit "Luv 2 Luv" for a long long time...and groovin' to "Home," I was eager to hear what this project was
going to contain, as I was sure it would be nothing less than a new dance music classic! With other stand-out tracks like
"Eye Can See U" (my fave on the album), "I Want You," and "Keep The Faith," I'm sure Suzanne
will be around bringin' it on for a long time. But what astounded me was her remake of the Company B 80's classic "Fascinated."
Amazing Amazing Amazing!
www.frontallabs.com
Home - Suzanne Palmer
The highly anticipated
Suzanne Palmer's debut album has finally been released...An entire album of full-on vocals with peak-time dance numbers conspicuously
laid down the full track listing from renowned dance producers like Peter Rauhofer, Cevin Fisher, Eric Kupper, Angel Moraes
and Peter Bailey. With that alone it's certainly a worthy pick-up than any other dance albums of recent. Edge Boston
Prior to "Home," Palmer earner her diva cred with a long string of hits...but "Home" established
her as a bonafide album artist. While she certainly possesses the pipes of a belter, she also understands restraint.
The material is up to par, which is refreshing, and it doesn't allow for filler or require over-singing. Never mind
renting, Palmer's "Home" is worth buying. Twistedhouse.com
Suzanne Palmer - "Keep The Faith" "Another great track by Suzanne Palmer, and it proves that she's not only a great
vocalist but a great writer too."
Suzanne Palmer/DJ Bill Bennett - "Fame" "Some have said it was almost blasphemy to cover suck a classic. The same has been said about many
covers that turned out fine, and this one is no exception. Ms. Palmer nails it. Comparisons will definately be
made between the original and this neew cover, but this cover is totally comparable."
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