Celebrated local artist, Karen Jacobsen, has been nominated for an Australian Independent Record Award in recognition of her Misogyny Opus masterpiece.
The Mackay-born artist, known widely as the ‘Voice of Siri’, moved back from America with her family several years ago, electing to make the Whitsundays her home.
Since then, Karen has been cultivating a career in Australia, becoming a popular personality and talented artist both locally and nationally.
The acclaimed pop orchestral work, Misogyny Opus, recites word for word Julia Gillard’s historic speech and is performed by Karen who is accompanied by musicians from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
Nominated in the Best Independent Classical Album or EP category, the song is vying for the award against The Australian Chamber Orchestra among other prominently known performers.
Karen says she feels deeply honoured to be seen alongside these incredible musicians.
“I truly feel like I have already won!” she expressed.
“The other nominees in comparison are very well-known, it’s such a boost to be alongside them and flying the flag for female composers.”
Karen said she would like to thank the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre (MECC) for being her co-commissioning partner, along with Mayor Greg Williamson, MECC Acting Manager Jemma Carey and the rest of the team.
The news of the nomination could not have come at a better time for Karen who has just released a new album, The Slipstream, which features 10 cinematic, timeless, melodic, piano-driven songs which were written and recorded remotely between Airlie Beach and New York City.
Karen Jacobsen has been nominated for an Australian Independent Record Award in recognition of her Misogyny Opus masterpiece. Photo supplied
