Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Self-Titled CD by Falu (World artist from New York City, New York (NY))

Falu's self-titled debut is quite the audio treat. Producing a signature sound that fuses traditional Indian lyrics and melodies with contemporary American pop and rock musical styles, Falu has ventured into a new self-discovered territory. All aspects of this CD are solid - creativity, recording quality, musicianship, and songwriting. Falu's smooth, Jewel-esque tone is simply mesmerizing throughout this CD. Another appealing aspect of this debut is its well-crafted lyrics about love and spiritual matters. The opening track, "Without You," is a great upbeat and energetic kick-off to the rest of the CD. Its serene and soft melody provides an opportunity for Falu's amazing vocals to take the center stage. Moreover, "In the Rain" is a beautiful ballad that opens with traditional Hindi lyrics. Flaunting professional production, Falu's self-titled release is not only ready for mass exposure, but rightfully deserves it.
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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Tuesday, November 6, 2007

"Romero" by Robert Sabin (Jazz artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Romero" by Robert Sabin puts a unique spin on what we know as jazz. Innovative compositions are brought to life by Robert's skilled musicianship. These free-flowing structures vary widely in mood, from very dark and somber to mysterious. "Helicopters" and "ZWKDD" both exhibit great brass arrangements, and assume a form closest to traditional jazz. "Dog Shot" radiates a very thick theatrical atmosphere of dread and mystery. Moreover, "Monkey Farm" takes on a nice rock edge with its lead electric guitar melodies. All in all, "Romero" is an outstanding instrumental jazz collection finished with brilliant production! Fans of jazz will be both intrigued and amazed by this collection!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com
 
 
 

Friday, October 26, 2007

"Woodstock Creative Magic" by Cliff Adam (Country/Pop artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Woodstock Creative Magic" by the skillful Cliff Adam is an eclectic collection of country/pop tunes. Cliff's songwriting takes the center stage on this CD, with meaningful, thought-out lyrics, and hook-filled songs. Each song on this CD acts almost as separate entities, creating a unique life of its own. The music is solid and Cliff's vocals take on a variety of different styles. "I'll Be There" fits best into the easy-listening genre and demonstrates Cliff's passionate, Elvis-esque vocal tone. "Fashion Model Dream" incorporates beautiful string arrangements and tells the story of a little girl with a big dream. Creative production elements, such as the animal sounds on "Crystal Ship," make these songs extra special. Fans of Elvis Presley, Tim McGraw, and even Elton John will find songs that they can relate to on this delightful collection!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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"Under The Influence" by Zak Alister (Rock artist from New York City, New York (NY))

"Under The Influence" by Zak Alister is an impressive rock album, bearing a myriad of unique sounds and musical influences. The CD includes elements of blues, rock n' roll, and world music. The CD includes top-notch production and musicianship, especially guitarwork. The highlight of the CD is the excellent songwriting, producing hook-filled bluesy rock songs. "Coconut Blues" makes a very lively opening for "Under the Influence." This blues-rock tune delivers some excellent electric guitar work, and immediately acquaints listeners to Zaks appealing voice. The heavily reggae-influenced "Sister of Mercy" again flaunts great song structure and lyrically explores themes of faith and hope, like many of the songs on this CD. "Riff for Frank" and "Slimy Fishes" are among this collection's biggest rockers. Fans of Jimi Hendrix and The Rolling Stones ought to add this CD to their collection, ASAP!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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Friday, October 12, 2007

"Unbroken" by Virella (Jazz Composer from New York (NY))

Virella's sophomore solo effort entitled "Unbroken" is a tranquil assembly of jazz instrumentals. Bearing heavy influences of rock and Latin flavors, Virella devises a very tasty concoction of impressive guitar-driven instrumentals. The Latin-infused "Paraiso" stands out as extremely refreshing to the ears with its mesmerizing lead electric melody blended with pacifying acoustic guitars and percussion. Adding to these soundscapes are skillfully composed piano arrangements. "Back in the Day" switches vibes, driven by beautiful sax melodies and groovy drum beats. From start to finish, "Unbroken" keeps listeners engaged and compelled. Moreover, the production of this CD is superb! Fans of Jeff Beck and Mike Stern will thoroughly enjoy this serene soundscape!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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"Where Do We Go" by Matt Stamm (Adult Rock artist from New York City, New York (NY))

Matt Stamm's first EP, titled "Where Do We Go," is an uncommonly strong debut that leaves a lasting impression! Matt's deep and poetic lyrics, delivered by his smooth, passionate, and pitch-perfect vocals meld to create highly alluring songs! The production and musicianship on the CD are totally professional. Furthermore, the songwriting provides melodic, hook-filled songs. "Mr. Perfect" tells the bitter tale of rejection and stands out as the song with the greatest rock edge. "Saving Grace" is a sure-hit, propelled by its motivational lyrics, catchy melody, and climactic chorus. Devotees of Del Amitri, Oasis and Ben Folds, you don't want to miss out on this amazing album!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com






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Friday, October 5, 2007

"Classical Masterpieces For Flute & Guitar" by Laurel Zucker & Mark Delpriora (Classical composers from New York City, New York (NY))

"Classical Masterpieces For Flute & Guitar" by Laurel Zucker & Mark Delpriora is a collection of classical compositions that every classical fan should own! With nothing more than their two instruments, Laurel and Mark demonstrate their mastery of music and their instruments, through their innovative and eloquent creations. Laurel and Mark's performances are very tight on these musically complex tracks, and provide emotional dynamics throughout the tracks, clearly showing the work of accomplished musicians. For most of these tunes, the flute assumes the lead melody while the guitar provides a soothing and graceful rhythm foundation. The recording quality of the CD is crystal clear, which allows the beautiful instrumentation to shine through. Fans of classical instrumentals, set the tone for relaxing evenings with this CD as your soundtrack!
-RadioIndy.com and Xavier P.
 
 
 
 

Tuesday, October 2, 2007

"Salt Water" by Pat Killian (Acoustic/Easy-Listening artist from Long Island, New York (NY))

Pat Killian's "Salt Water" is an engaging eclectic collection of adult contemporary, acoustic, blues, and jazz tunes. Well-written, soul-searching lyrics grip listeners with a tight grasp. Pat opens the pages of his life for all to read on the compelling blues track entitled "Daddy's Blues." "Better Life" is another example of this CD's honest, heart-felt lyrics, tackling the internal struggle of making sense of the loss of loved ones. Comforting acoustic guitar arrangements accentuated by skillfully placed piano and light percussion give these songs a sound that is purely addictive. What's more, Pat's voice rings with a deep sense of serenity, emphasized by his smooth, emotional tone mixed with a delightful dose of oldies-vibe. Wrapping up this package is production that strikes an excellent balance between instrumentation and vocals. Fans of Gordon Lightfoot will accept Pat Killian with open arms!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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"Believe" by Aje'h (Pop group from New York (NY))

"Believe" by the young and talented Aje'h is a hip collection of energetic pop anthems! Enticing vocal arrangements and harmonies stand out above all the beat-driven and professional instrumentation. Don't be fooled by Aje'h's youth – they bear an arsenal of strong and powerful voices marked by maturity, passion, and great control! Offering some positive and easy-to-relate-to lyrics in a combination of original and cover songs, Aje'h reaches out to their peers with tunes about love and unwavering ambition! "Dance With Me" stands out as particularly groovy, with its catchy drum arrangement and instrumental hooks. Adding to the delight of "Believe" is the addition of rock classics like "We Will Rock You" and "Boogie Shoes." Outstanding production assures that this album will be a big success! Fans of Hilary Duff and Hannah Montana won't be able to take this fresh collection of pop hits out of their stereo system!
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com





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Friday, July 27, 2007

Welcome to the New York Music Scene

Radioindy is pleased to showcase our picks for the top new bands from your area. Look here for local gigs, featured bands, free MP3 downloads, new CD reviews and more.