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With a voice that can be sparse and serene and at moments desperately mournful, Sarah Harmer incorporates a rich texture of roots, pop and folk sensibilities into her music. Having previously led the critically-acclaimed Canadian rock band Weeping Tile, Harmer now steps forward with her Zoë solo debut You Were Here, a moving collection of twelve songs recorded at the Toronto studio of co-producer Peter Prilesnik. Harmer's originals range from the whimsical to the forlorn, yet all feature her impressive melodic and lyrical gifts, and all sound as though they contain the essence of the songwriter. You Were Here is a welcome offering, one that is sure to bring the charms of this talented Canadian artist to an appreciative American audience. In the last several months, Harmer has been touring continually with her band, featuring Kevin Fox on bass and cello, and Gavin Brown switching off between drums and guitar. Her recent American appearances have included dates with Billy Bragg, Indigo Girls, and Ron Sexsmith. Produced by Sarah Harmer and Peter Prilesnik