Lori Glori - Count Your Blessings (Steely M & Cary August Remix)
CAPP Records is excited to introduce an incredible new, original track from a power house singer and songwriter, Lori Glori. The track, Count Your Blessings, is itself a testament to the energy, attitude, and faith of Lori herself. In fact, her story of courage and determination will draw you in as much as the heartfelt songwriting and polished production that you’ll find in our remixes. Born Lori Ham in San Francisco, she and her sisters Denise and Angela started out by singing gospel. Later, she served as a front woman for Bill Summers and Summers Heat, and it was touring with Summers that took her to Europe. While there, she fell in love with Germany, establishing a foothold in the country where she’d eventually find romance, and build a life and family. But the early years of her music career there were bittersweet; a big-name producer engaged Lori to write and perform Eurodance tracks that would eventually become multiplatinum successes in the 1990’s — but not for Lori. Her voice stolen through contractual fine print, Lori’s songs and vocals went uncredited; and for videos and performances, another performer lip synced to her work. Devastated, Lori stepped away from music. The episode would later become the subject of a book release in Germany, Lori Glori: Die bewegende Geschichte einer Sängerin (Lori Glori, the moving story of a singer), which is currently being adapted into a musical stage production in Switzerland, premiering in 2024. Thankfully, Lori’s indominable spirit couldn’t be suppressed, and she eventually returned to music — this time, on her own terms with the track Count Your Blessings. With its message of positivity, it’s the perfect track for today’s challenging times, and it’s a message we all can relate to. But the journey to this release was fraught; having recorded it at a studio in Paradise City, California, the California wildfires in November 2018 destroyed both the studio and the master recordings, leaving Lori with only a rough demo recording. Presenting the demo to us at CAPP Records in late 2023, we immediately recognized the song’s incredible potential. Producers Cary August & Steely M were able, with the help of AI technology, to extract and rescue Lori’s powerful vocal performance. In the process, they created a vibrant mix that brings a mainstream 90’s filter-house vibe to the track, with production that’s both contemporary, and generation-spanning, letting Lori’s amazing lyrics and vocals shine brightly. Staying true to her own words, even though times have been tough, Lori Glori has never given up. Here she stands, ready to take the world of music by storm!
LAST NIGHT A DJ TOOK MY LIFE
Lori Glori: The Voice Behind the Hits and the Heart of the Stage
Recently, Lori Glori captivated audiences in Zurich with the musical “Last Night a DJ Took My Life.” This powerful production tells the compelling story of Lori’s journey through the music industry, where she made her mark as the voice behind DJ Bobo’s iconic hits. The musical not only highlights her incredible career but also delves into the challenges she has faced behind the scenes. A standout feature of the show was its visually striking stage design—a giant vinyl record, slowly cracking as the story unfolds, symbolizing the fractures and hardships of the music business.
The production masterfully intertwines Lori’s personal experiences with the timeless narrative of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid, blending rich musical history from the 1970s through the early 2000s. It’s a journey through time, sound, and struggle, resonating deeply with fans of Lori’s work and newcomers alike.
Featured extensively in Swiss media, including SRF, the performance concluded with Lori Glori’s heartfelt live rendition of her newest single, “Count Your Blessings,” which earned a standing ovation from the audience. This performance underscored her resilience and enduring spirit, adding a personal and emotional finale to an already powerful production.