Translated from Sanskrit, Maitri (“my tree”) means undeniable love, compassion, and friendship. This group was formed to embrace both the hardship and ecstasy of life through song. Based on her experiences with loving the self and others, Caroline Davis (voice and saxophone) has written a collection of songs to bring people to a place of acceptance. The music is heavily influenced by soul and jazz music, as well as modern R&B. Rob Clearfield (keyboard), Matt Ulery (bass), and Charles Rumback (drums) complete the group for a band of soul stirring music. released 28 January 2014 Caroline Davis [vocals + saxophone] Rob Clearfield [keyboards] Matt Ulery [bass] Charles Rumback [drums] Neak [poet] [track 3 and 6] All compositions by Caroline Davis, [ladymaitrimusic] BMI, except Ten Years Gone [flames of albion music] Recorded at JoyRide Studio [March 2013] and the Attic [April 2013] in Chicago Mixed by Greg Magers [The Attic] Mastered by Collin Jordan [The Boiler Room] Artwork by Victor Franco [Industriks] Layout and design by Jeff Swanson Much love to Rob, Matt, Charles, and Neak for always inspiring me and creating beautiful music. Love to Harjinder Singh for his supportive direction and to Leslie Beukelman for her everlasting encouragement. Translated from Sanskrit, Maitri means undeniable love, compassion, and friendship. I truly hope that you come to understand this idea when you listen and that this feeling grows from within.