Wednesday, April 28, 2010

"We'll Take Time" by Mike Matisa (Pop Artist from New Jersey)

Mike Matisa and his recently released single, "We'll Take Time," is a beautiful Pop love song that will seep gently into your soul. The lyrics are thought provoking as they lead you on a journey of the love of a lifetime. Matisa is a talented songwriter who sings his song with an air of sincere honesty and soulfulness. His charismatic voice will take on the passage of love that is truly everlasting. The multi-layered instruments harmoniously color the melodic melody with a magnetic dynamic balance. Fans of Pop love ballads will surely enjoy the single, "We'll Take Time" as it is a song of love that one hopes to find.

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Frame Work Revisions" by R.X. Bertoldi (Accoustic Artist from Seattle, WA)

R.X. Bertoldi serves up some great modern Folk/Blues music on his latest CD, "Frame Work Revisions." Bertoldi is a one man show as he plays acoustic guitar and harmonica and brings it all together with his vocals. Although this album was recorded live at an intimate bar setting, you can hear a nice dynamic balance as the production is crisp and clean with warm and friendly ambiance. The opener, "Guiding Light," is a testament of Bertoldi's terrific musicianship as he draws you in with his sincere and heartfelt voice. Generous helpings of Blues on the songs, "Built for Comfort" and "Natural Fools" are dished out as Bertoldi confidently alternates between strong and solid vocals and catchy harmonica solos. If you're looking for modern acoustic Folk/Blues music with originals and well known covers, then you will really enjoy the compositions on, "Frame Work Revisions."

- Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"The Ancestry" by Jillian LaDage (World Artist from California)

The shimmering Contemporary World/Celtic songs on the album, "The Ancestry," by Jillian LaDage are rich in sound and texture. These melodies are not only interesting and melodic, but offer a mysterious quality to them. LaDage voice is crisp and clean as she sings with intense lyrical content. The song, "Midsummer's Night" is a beautiful blend of instruments that swirl around the dynamic rhythms. Tender and sweet, "The Black Woods," is delicate in sound and filled with mysterious poetic lyrics. A hint of Middle Eastern tonality on, "Keltoi" gives way to an alluring ambiance as each instrument is genuine about its roots and sound. If you're a fan of Contemporary Celtic music that is fresh and inviting, then you will be delighted when you hear the charming songs on, "The Ancestry."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Monday, April 19, 2010

"No Misconception" by Chris MacDonald (Country Artist from Tennessee)

Chris Macdonald and his album, "No Misconception," show off a collection of good old fashion Country songs that feature his deep yet velvety singing voice. "No Misconception" kicks off the album and is a faced paced Country song replete with backup singers and wonderful fiddle playing. "She Likes Spanish Guitar" is a slow moving and old-fashioned sounding Country song in which Macdonald croons about a girl he loves. "Do it, Don't Talk About it" is a quicker, fun song that features some excited piano playing and might just make one want to square dance. This is an album created for those who appreciate the timeless approach to Country music, with simpler sounds and a high level of focus on the singer's voice and what he has got to say. If you are one who appreciates that classic Country and Western sound, then "No Misconception" is an album you should own.

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Waterwheel" by Aoeria (Hard Rock Artist from New Nork)

Aoeria and their album "Waterwheel" spin a collection of heavy, gritty, yet straightforward collection of Alternative Rock songs. The opener, "Apocrypha" begins with an exotic explosion of drums and guitars before mellowing down to follow a steady bass line with strong and solid vocals. "Wonder" is more of a relaxed song, at least at first, as it focuses on guitar riffs and reflective vocals before sonic excitement takes over. In "Imminent" we find enlivened drums and guitars keeping up a quick pace in a real rocker of a song. This album is one that harks back to the days when Alternative music was filled with fervent guitars and powerful drumming, while still having its own completely unique feel to it. Fans of Smashing Pumpkins material and similar music should check out Aoeria's "Waterwheel."

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Damaged Goods" by shoebox letters (Country Artist from Portland, OR)

"Damaged Goods" is the newest album from the talented group Shoebox Letters. It is a collection of swinging Alternative Country songs that have a strong rock n' roll influence. "Something Didn't Stick" is a swaying Country/Rock song which features an impressive steel guitar and wonderful harmonies between the male and female vocalists. The title track, "Damaged Goods," is a sweet and charming Country song with a little bit of a pop influence. In "Chaos and Darkness" we find a traditional foot-shuffling Country song with lyrics that address some of the aspects of a relationship gone wrong. This album is filled with catchy hooks, emotional reflection, and crooning guitars. "Damaged Goods" is a thoroughly enjoyable album that would be greatly appreciated by fans of Alternative Country music.

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Simply Me" by Marian Marie (R&B Artist from Los Angeles)

"Simply Me," by the talented vocalist Marian Marie, is a soulful R&B/Neo-Soul album. Ranging from high tempo beats to slow, flowing harmonies, this is a full album with lots of variety and style. "Let's Talk About Love" recalls the experiences of true, romantic love with a slow and subtle groove. "Should We Try" is a piercing ballad telling of the struggles of love. With harmonious background vocals and a well-experienced piano, this track really stands out. Towards the end of the album, the artist takes a more spiritual/contemporary turn which really exposes, lyrically, the feelings of this talented artist. The melodies are softer and fashionable with sweet style and grace. If you like R&B on any level, then take an insightful journey with Marian Marie as she sings of love and life experiences on her terrific album, "Simply Me."

-Trent C. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Return from Broken" by Matt Soren (Rock Artist from Utah)

Matt Soren's newest album is "Return from Broken." It is one in which Soren fuses intense Electronic and Psychedelic Rock techniques to present a very cutting-edge sounding album that was made after Soren's successful battle with addiction and recovery. In "Breathe" we hear an echoed and industrial-type beat interact with Soren's effected voice and dancing synth tones. "Become" is a complex and building song with a lot of electronic sounds moving in and out giving way to a more soothing sounding tonality. For "On the Edge" we hear Soren play a relatively simple song as he begins by playing on his acoustic guitar before more hallucinatory sounds slowly move in. This is an album that is best described as Psychedelic/Industrial Rock, where the traditional use of the guitar is abandoned for more industrial sounding effects. Fans of Nine Inch Nails or Muse would find themselves drawn to Matt Soren's album, "Return from Broken."

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Walk Humbly" by Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising (Bluegrass Artist from Oregon)

"Walk Humbly" is the most recent album from Kathy Boyd & Phoenix Rising. It is a Christian music album that professes faith and love through the medium of bluegrass music. "Cast The First Stone" has a pleasantly rambling backwoods sound to it with crystal clear and spiritually inspiring lyrics. "I Ain't Afraid To Die" is a playful and swiftly paced bluegrass number with a message that if one has faith, death will no longer be a fear. "Faith Hope Bluegrass Music" is the song that best projects what this band is about, in a lively song that relies just on the strings of a guitar and mandolin with wonderful vocals/harmonies. This album is a collection of beautiful sounding traditional bluegrass songs that stand up on their own with the ever-present addition of a loving Christian message. If Christian music and bluegrass are two things you enjoy, then "Walk Humbly" is an album that needs to be in your collection immediately.

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Sunday, April 18, 2010

"The House Jazz Concert Series, Volume 1" by Dave Powers (Jazz Artist From Ohio)

The enchanting album, "The House Jazz Concert Series, Vol. 1" by Dave Powers is a collection of Jazz songs played live - in Dave's house no less - by piano, guitar, and drums that have a vibrant, yet genially relaxed energy. "The 'In' Crowd" is a toe-tapping, foot-shuffling song with a soulful energy. "Jitterbug Waltz" is a mellow Jazz waltz with almost mysterious-sounding piano playing along with soft drum brushes and subtle guitar hits. For "Joy Spring" we have a softly spirited Jazz song in which the electric guitar delightfully takes the lead as the piano and drums create a sweet and colorful sound-scape. This album is filled with highly entertaining Jazz songs that definitely have the familiar feel of an impromptu performance while still being overtly professional. If you are a fan of Jazz piano in any form, then "The House Jazz Concert Series, Vol. 1." by Dave Powers is an album you would definitely enjoy.

-Sean B. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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