Wednesday, April 30, 2008

"Being Visited" by Lo Galluccio (Pop artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Being Visited" by Lo Galluccio is an avante-garge pop album full of delightful oddity. Lo has a wonderful voice and her mixed styles of delivery – both spoken and sung – is delightfully unique. This CD's sound draws from many genres and regions, and stretches the boundaries of traditional pop. Lo's seductive vocals are certainly the centerpiece of these tunes. Also adding to the appeal of this album are some cool harmonies, overlaying of verses, and general weirdness. Moreover, the arrangements take their appropriate place behind Lo's captivating vocals, and successfully accentuate the mood of each song. Highlights include "Black Sun," which flaunts an intense vocal performance and some good tabla work. The cover of "You Go to My Head" is ambiently jazzy, with a powerful build and sultry vocals. "Being Visited" is a spoken-word piece with otherworldly lyrics, nice vocal layers and an array of haunting instruments. If you like Bjork and Patty Smith, you'll like this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Tuesday, April 29, 2008

"Taking the soul for a Walk" by Dafnis Prieto Sextet (Jazz artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Taking the soul for a Walk" by Dafnis Prieto Sextet represents some of the best in jazz. The piano and trumpet on this CD will make those of us who love jazz take a deep relaxing breath and say "yes"! The CD fills nicely changes tempos to keep the listener's interest. Great trumpet, piano, drum, and sax flow expertly throughout the entire collection. "En Las Ruinas De Su Infancia" will make the stiffest dancer loosen up and want to sway. The brilliant piano work in "Until the last minute" can make the classically trained turn green. The production is precise and gives each of the tracks radio-ready finished quality. This is a CD featuring some extremely talented jazz musicians: A must listen for all jazz lovers.
-Lea & The RadioIndy Team
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Friday, April 18, 2008

"Speak Low" by Bari Hyman (Jazz Artist from New York, New York(NY))

"Speak Low" by Bari Hyman is a classic Jazz album that puts you right in front of the fireplace with a glass of Brandy. Bari's voice is earthy, rich and her lyrics are delivered gently with a touch of flair. The band behind her is top-notch and there is no shortage of sounds with 7 different instruments to tickle your ear drums. The arrangements are classic and yet innovative. Highlights are the opener "Moonlight in Vermont," which displays the full sound of the band with a high-energy, all inclusive arrangement. The title track "Speak Low," is the most naked of all the tracks and showcases Bari's beautiful voice. "It's Magic" features some beautiful guitar work along with another fine vocal performance. If you enjoy female jazz vocalists you'll like this one.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 

Thursday, April 10, 2008

"Where We're From" by Remy de Laroque (Acoustic/Rock artist from New York (NY))

Remy de Laroque brings you a world of sounds in his album, "Where We're From." Remy's voice is warm and filled with personality. The harmonies are enriching and subtle. The arrangements are very textural, yet raw at the same time. A unique feature in the vast lineup of sounds is the use of the saxophone, an instrument you don't hear often in the acoustic genre. It works well and certainly adds to this album's unforgettable quality. "Now What" opens the album, quickly introducing listeners to Remy's impressive guitar work and passionate vocals. "Be Like Water" is a skippin'-down-the-way track with some beautiful harmonies, sax and a little whistling. Moreover, "1000 Lives" is a powerful ballad with some great classical elements and lots of vocal range. With production that is not overdone and of top-notch quality, this album is one that deserves to be heard.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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