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The Magic of Think by singer/songwriter and voiceover actress Janyse, helps empower kids to achieve greatness by promoting self-confidence and self-respect through music, games and merchandise. Honored to be an OSCAR and GRAMMY exclusive gift to the nominees, the concept is all about the way we choose to "think". Join band members Coochi Coo, Aldis and Little Red on this fun musical adventure that gives the priceless gift of confidence!

The concept originates in the magical Think, Iceland where you will find Vikings, fairies, volcanoes, glaciers, and geysers.

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Studio

Magical Voice Productions: info [AT] MagicalVoice [DOT COM]

Voiceover Agent

Play Management: Trina [AT] PlayMgmt [DOT COM]

Reviews

"Singer and songwriter, Janyse, introduced her new album, The Magic of Think, that provides a powerful message for children. After experiencing the effects for the Make a Wish Foundation during her time on the hit children's show, Ed, Edd, and Eddy, she was inspired to make her own difference in boosting the self-esteem of young children. She does this through song in her new CD, a perfect gift for shaping a child's first perceptions of themselves" Analee Pepper, LA's The Place

"Canadian singer/songwriter and voiceover artist Janyse is not just a pop star but also a first-rate children's artist and one of the top voiceover artists in the world. Janyse has voiced characters in projects such as Hulk Vs. Thor, Hulk Vs. Wolverine, Gene Roddenberry's Andromeda, Batman: Black & White, My Little Pony, and Ed, Edd n Eddy. We previously reviewed Janyse's singles Dreamers and This Day Is Mine, but today we're taking a listen to her Children's project, The Magic Of Think.

Opening with Boots, a song about the courage to be yourself, Janyse affects a persona that's part Arthur and part Cowboy. Boots is very catchy and will keep the little ones moving to the beat while delivering a positive message. Boogie Oogie Man is a comedic song about things that go bump in the night that you can jitterbug to and makes the dark a little less scary. Janyse goes for big daydreams on Hero, looking to save the day. It's a decent song although a bit cliche. Shoulda Woulda Coulda returns to the early Rock N Roll of Les Paul for a rockin' good time. It's amazing listening to the songs on The Magic Of Think and hearing all of the voices that Janyce Jaud manages to inhabit in the course of about 40 minutes. Why is a song all about self-esteem and learning to like yourself. It's a strongly positive message delivered in a cute musical package that the kiddos will love. Janyse revisits Boots thematically in Stomp, a how-fast-can-you go hoedown that will have the kids and you in stitches before you're done. I Won't Worry is an upbeat, positive message in song that is as positive for the adults as it is the kids; the characters and tune are, as throughout The Magic Of Think, magically alive and full of energy. Janyse includes her pop tune, This Day Is Mine, which we previously reviewed as a single and closes out with If I Believe, the theme song of The Magic Of Think. This is, in fact, the best song on the disc, sounding like an Alan Menken/Tim Rice concoction from a Disney movie.

Janyse seems to spin gold with whatever she touches. Her voice talents (as both a voice artist and a singer) are prodigious. Janyse breathes life into what can at times be a tired children's genre with songs full of heart and belief in the magic of childhood. The Magic Of Think is definitely a worthwhile investment if you have little ones. Janyse is up there with folks like Elizabeth Mitchell, Trout Fishing In America and Laurie Berkner as a Children's Artist creating music accessible to kids but with a musicality and intelligence that will also appeal strongly to adults." Wildy Haskell, Wildy's World

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"I listened to this CD three times after I received it - the songs are fun and well-suited to the target audience of kids aged 3 to 6. I think that some of the songs on the CD would even appeal to kids a little older. In fact, by the time I had listened to the complete CD the first time, I was easily seeing a stage show in my mind - if any of you have seen Les Miserables on stage, I think you will easily be able to relate "This Day Is Mine" and "If I Believe" to the mood set by Cossette's solo "Castle On A Cloud". As a parent, I would have had no qualms whatsoever about my children listening to Janyse's music when they were younger. Everything from the music to the voices she gives her characters is positive, and her lyrics carry messages which kids today need to hear. In fact, I would have dearly loved to have had this CD when my son (now aged 17) was going through his Barney phase. Even though Barney's message was supposed to be positive, his methods of delivery drove me crazy." Tami Quiring, Village Gamer

About Janyse

THE MAGIC OF THINK by Janyse

The Magic of Think helps empower kids to achieve greatness by promoting self-confidence and self-respect through music, games and merchandise. Honored to be an OSCAR and GRAMMY exclusive gift to the nominees, the concept is all about the way we choose to "think".

Janyse Jaud, an award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter and actress, developed the idea after her experience with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Four children made their "one wish" to meet Janyse and the cast and crew of the hit children's show "Ed, Edd n Eddy". Witnessing the strength, hope and joy of these children, Janyse was inspired to create "The Magic of Think".

"I called it The Magic of Think because I believe that courage, belief and the persistent pursuit of your goals are the key to achieving your dreams. By igniting the mind of a child, Little Voices can inspire Big Change."

The Magic of Think concept became so popular with parents that Janyse has now created inspirational pop music for teens and adults. The inspirational message of her new single, "Dreamers," was taken from her own first hand experience, after being in a car accident. "The doctor told me that I could end up in a wheelchair, and that I should seriously consider changing careers," she recounts. "None of the things he warned me of came to pass. I took care of myself and I recovered. It was from that I learned that a dream can be achieved and that sometimes, it's just better to look at life in a humorous way."

Janyse (pronounced Jen-niece) is one of the top voiceover artists in the world, and works with Marvel Comics, The Cartoon Network, Discovery Health and Hasbro, performing voices in series such as Strawberry Shortcake, My Little Pony, Baby Looney Tunes and the Emmy award winning Adoption Stories.

Achievements in music include the song "Stomp", Nominated for Best Song at the Independent Music Awards, "Dreamers", Nominated for Best Dance Song at the Toronto Exclusive Magazine Awards and "Blessed Is This Holy Night" (a lullaby) Nominated for Best Song at the Hollywood Music Awards. Janyse also has several of her songs placed in Film and Television, including works starring Pamela Anderson, Dean Cain, Chad Allen, Sally Pressman and more.

Raised on a farm in Kelowna, British Columbia, and of Icelandic and French descent, Janyse had the opportunity to experience a variety of musical styles. From her parent's jukebox blaring out rock n roll and country to the classical music absorbed from her piano and ballet lessons, Janyse's influences are an amalgam of different artists and genres. "I've always been a big fan of great songwriters - such as the technique of Diane Warren, the humor of Shania Twain, and the lyrics of John Lennon. ABBA has also been an enormous influence on my music."

It's more than obvious that Janyse has stayed on her mission - to inspire people through her music.

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Testimonials

"I LOVE IT! It's fun! It's great! It's alive! Love the messages in your words! And your voices are incredible! Hmmmm! "This Day Is Mine". WOW! Very powerful. Riveting right to my toes. What a voice you have. Deep rooted. Very powerful words. Lots of meaning and thought. Strong. Love the beat! My heart feels full and wants to soar. And my feet want to tap dance! I just want to smile with joy! LOVE IT. WOW!" Lori-Ann Muenzer - Olympic Gold Medalist

"I run a small private daycare and my preschool group is in LOVE with 'The Magic of Think' CD. They tap their toes, twirl, sing, laugh and dance along to the beat. They even get out the keyboard, drums and tambourine and play right along. Thanks for the smiles and laughter - this was a fast favorite!" - Marlo Boux

"Thank goodness for this CD. It's the first children's cd that didn't drive me bonkers when listening to it in the car. I used it for a week every morning during my drive to child care. As you can imagine there are many mornings that tears are a reality - the cd was enough to snap my 1½ year old daughter out of her state. My 3 year old would tell me who was singing the songs - he related to the characters on the front of the cd. Although both of my children are too young to really get all the wonderful messages from the songs, the fact that he was trying to sing along and remembered the words made me feel good. I loved the variety of songs - different types of music and varying voices." Leigh-Ann Stewart

"I could not believe your CD "The Magic of Think" would be so wonderful for children. Listening to it, I laughed, cried, and tapped my foot to the rhythm. I then proceeded to purchase 1 for my granddaughter and 6 additional ones for her to give as presents to her friends. All parents, grandparents and day care should have this CD. I can't wait for the sequel." Holly

"Janyse's previous album "Magic of Christmas" touched my heart with its upbeat, sexy and jazzy Christmas tunes that light up the mood. This time around, she releases an album with a hidden meaning....
The Magic of Think is an inspirational album, that gives it's listeners not only the soothing sounds of Janyse's voice, but also courage, friendship and happiness. All three are the key element themes used in this album, which are fun to hear and sing along to. Janyse's voice work as Little Red, Coochi Coo (my personal favorite) and Aldis is absolutely adorable. Each character has his/her own story to go along with the songs. It's all about positivity, and it's the right message for not only children, but adults. The sound of the music is quite good, very country/pop dance-ish this time around, with (of course...) Janyse's perfect vocal work. In short, the sounds of the music and Janyse's vocals really complemented each other. Which make it a great experience! The album is fun to sing along with, the lyrics are cute and VERY catchy! Boogie Oogie Man is stuck in my head, and I can't help but get up and groove to Best Friend Forever. Awesome beat this time around! Even though Janyse moved away from the jazzy Christmas theme album, she scores again with "Magic of Think" It's fun, cute, and puts smiles on people's faces. Recommended for children and adults, Magic of Think is a winner!" Luis

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"My 3 year old son loves this CD. We like to play it in the car although he will also put it on at home to dance around too. I enjoy the singing as well, which is not what I can say for all children's CD's. I also like the fact that the lyrics have a positive message. One day, as my son was trying to climb down a steep hill, he quoted Coochi Coo, exclaiming, "I've got courage!" Rebecca

"I first discovered Janyse through her voice work in animation, but grew to love her music after hearing "The Magic Of Christmas". So, of course, I had to give her latest CD a listen too! "The Magic Of Think" is great! I love how it's set out like a live performance - just the kind of thing I would have adored when I was small. All of the voices are up to her usual high standards too, of course. As for the music itself, I just adore its positive theme. And I'd say it's enjoyed by its target audience too, judging by how my nephew and nieces (aged 2-6) kept singing random songs after hearing it the first time! The tunes are just so catchy! The lyrics are perfect for getting you through a rough day, whatever your age though. "If I Believe" is my personal favourite - a beautiful song, and perfectly performed, both musically and vocally. Once again, Janyse, thank you so much for brightening our days with your beautiful music!" Desiree

"My daughter likes your entire CD, she hasn't asked me once to "skip" a song. It's a permanent fixture in her room." Rory

"What sound. When you hear a song for the first time and it sends a magical shiver up your spine, you know the artist has a very special gift. After listening to The Magic of Think by Janyse I was in awe not only by her voice but by her skill as a songwriter. Each song, from the characterized up beat country rhythms to the power and strength of "This Day is Mine" has a story to tell about values in life we often taken for granted. Janyse's gift of story telling and sharing knowledge through her songs is "pure magic". Although the CD was created for children, every adult friend and family member who I have shared it with have been touched by Janyse's magic. Can't wait for her next CD!!!" Patti

"My niece loves this! A wonderful, positive, thoughtful CD for children of all ages that they can listen and learn over and over again! Highly recommended!" Dina

"It's fast moving, fun and there is a great variety of voices. It really makes you feel happy! 'This Day Is Mine' is a powerful message and it could be used to help those who are dealing with depression. The music and the lyrics blend together really well. 'I Believe' brought tears to my eyes. I recommend this CD to all ages!" June