Monday, June 30, 2008

"Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" by Duprai Marcel (R&B Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

"Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" by Duprai Marcel is an urban R&B pop album that features a soulful voice and a very modern sound. The songs on this excellent CD jump out at you. Marcel's voice is timeless, and the arrangements are full of catchy hooks that you'll want to sing and dance to. "Evolution of a Love Affair Volume 1" features Marcel's distinct urban R&B vocals and overall sound. His powerful delivery with cutting edge accompaniment will remind you musically of R. Kelly and Usher. The excellent production value readies the album for any sound medium. Highlights include the opener, "Dreams," which establishes hip-hop and R&B vibes and gives the listener an intimate taste of the artist's voice. "Hit Me Up" is ready to hit the club, with a fat beat and extreme shake-ability. "My Baby" closes things out with a great little soul number with a jazzy/bluesy flavor. If you enjoy modern R&B and talented male vocalists, start a new "Love Affair" with Duprai Marcel.
-William
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Sunday, June 22, 2008

“Gravity Rocks” by The Larch (Pop Artist from New York(NY))

"Gravity Rocks" by The Larch is a very memorable, hook-laden collection of pop/rock tunes. The musical arrangements of these tunes immediately grasp the listener's attention. Catchy, clean guitar riffs and solos, backed by groovy drum arrangements form the musical foundation of these tunes. Moreover, this band proves to have a fine-tuned talent for crafting unforgettable vocal melodies. "That's Where You're Wrong Carruthers" is a superb demonstration of this band's smooth, warm vocals, space-filling background vocal arrangements, skillful lyricism, and tightly synchronized instrumentation. "Copernican Principle" ventures more into an edgier rock arena while maintaining a refreshing pop sensibility. Moreover, this album is crafted with careful, quality production. Fans of vintage, early Beatles-reminiscent pop/rock with an attractive modern flair and witty lyricism will enjoy this CD.
-Lea and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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Thursday, June 12, 2008

“Light a Candle and Songs of Remembrance” by Paul Alexander (Spiritual Artist from Long Island, New York(NY))

"Light a Candle and Songs of Remembrance" by Paul Alexander is a CD that will give solace to anyone who hears it. Paul's mellow, gentle voice is simply a joy to listen to. On this CD, Paul has graced us with his heavenly vocals and unforgettable instrumental compositions. One standout song is the soaring ballad "Light a Candle," which is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Lyrically, this track represents Paul's skill to craft eloquent verses that pull at the heart-strings. "Tree of Memory" begins with a gentle display of instrumental excellence, fusing the lovely sounds of the keyboard, acoustic guitar, and strings. Moreover, the vocals are clear, well-balanced, and backed by stunning harmonies. What's more, this CD is produced with a great deal of attention-to-detail, allowing the intended emotional atmospheres to break through to listeners. Fans of sentimental easy-listening tunes will enjoy this assembly.
-Lea and the RadioIndy Reviewer Team
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Sunday, June 8, 2008

"Northern Drive" by Clare Cooper (Country Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Clare Cooper with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Northern Drive"
 
"Northern Drive" by Clare Cooper is driving Country Rock that features a Pop element. The songs are complete and well arranged with lots of layers. Clare has an impressive classic country voice and the album features some great harmonies. Overall, the musicianship and production on the CD are very professional. The concept is fun and happy. You'll also hear some great changes and an overall uniqueness. The album opens with "Colorado" and features fun lyrics and a big sound with some beautiful harmonies. "Cosmo and Manhattan" tells a story and throws a bit of an Adult Contemporary vibe at you. "Hole in the Wall" has a sinister vibe to it, cool horns and another fun story. If you want to check out a fun, cross-genre CD, with elements of country, adult contemporary, and rock give this CD a listen.
-xavier p.

"Angel" by Andrei Solodenko (Easy Listening Artist from New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Andrei Solodenko with a GrIndie Award for their CD "Angel"
 
"Angel" by Andrei Solodenko is a journey through his poetic mind in the form of classic instruments joined with Adult Contemporary sounds. It is a virtual sound scape with beautiful melodies and strong piano progressions. Andrei's piano and synthesizer work on the CD are very impressive. The CD is great for relaxation, meditation or just soft listening. Highlights include "River of Love," which is filled with a lot of charisma and excellent sounding flute. "One Way Ticket" has a driving beat, nice fills and is power mixed with intrigue. "Rain in New York" features some soothing Trumpet work and effectively accomplishes the feel of '70's New York. If you like Mood Music and Adult Contemporary, you will surely like this album.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
 

"Blue Circle" by Dave Foster (Pop Artist from New York City, New York(NY))

RadioIndy is pleased to present Dave Foster with a GrIndie award for their CD "Blue Circle"
 
Getting inside the music of "Blue Circle" by Dave Foster is likened to a journey to the center of the Earth, radically different yet refreshingly welcoming, as a traveler to a foreign land comes across a landmark that has beckoned for years. This songwriter reminded us of greats like John Lennon and even Dave Matthews; thought-provoking and versatile lyrically, along with a masterful use of modern beats, funky throw-backs, and synthesized vocals. We especially enjoyed "Falling To Pieces", which combines all of the aforementioned elements of genius songwriting, production, and performance. Way far out front vocals and bitter raw emotion drive us to pick our favorite, "All You Gave To Me", for it's contemporary bass-line and hip lyrical makeup.
-Terri
 

"Three Before Midnight" by Al DeGregoris (Jazz Artist from Long Island, New York(NY))

"Three Before Midnight" by Al DeGregoris is an impressive instrumental smooth jazz album cleverly infected with urban and Latin grooves. The composition is the true strength of this album. Al writes really nice lines and ties them together just as well. There are many interesting nuances within these tracks. There is a "New Yorkness" about Al's sound. Not so much because of the fusion of sounds, but because of the hazy vibe Al creates. The musicianship, especially the piano and keyboard work, throughout the CD is excellent. The album sounds great, is well produced and jumps right out of the speakers. Highlights include the opener "'J' Walkin'" with a quirky jazz line, nice changes and a tropical feel. "Hot Potato" features a deep House beat and memorable piano work. "Into the Light" has a dramatic flair to it and a nice progression. If you enjoy instrumental jazz, you'll enjoy this impressive CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Love Affair" by Drea (R&B Artist from New York(NY))

"Love Affair" by Drea is an excellent R&B album with eclectic influences and a soulful vibe. Drea's voice is very seasoned and mature. She's got a great "Old Soul" quality. She has been around music all of her life and it shows. The sound is made up of subtle hints of jazz and house fused with traditional R&B. There are rich harmonies throughout the tracks of this CD. Quality-wise the album sounds great and is well produced and filled with innovative rhythms and sounds. Highlights include "Get your Shh," with a wicked house bass, cool ambient accents and nice vocal layering. "Secrets" slows things down a bit and features some nice jazz guitar work. "Alone" has a deep beat with nice accent variations and a nice vocal performance. If you enjoy finding up-and-coming R&B artists, check out this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team

"Everyday With You" by Christopher Ames (Rock Artist from New York(NY))

"Everyday With You" by Christopher Ames is a powerful adult contemporary album centered around love, family, and the journey through life. Christopher's voice is intimate and pleasant and has a great quality that lends itself well to the style. The production value of the album is very good and the arrangements are mellow, well-layered and very appropriate for the sound. There is a lot to hear in each and every song. All in all the songs are well thought out and well performed. This is an enjoyable CD for the entire family. Highlights include the title track "Every Day With You," a beautiful story with great lyrics and a great vocal performance. "Legacy" features a nice Rhodes organ progression and gets pretty powerful when it kicks in. "Pictures of Us" is another great story with a positive message and a strong groove. If you enjoy inspirational adult contemporary songs that will have you reflecting on your life and family, you'll enjoy this CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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"Stay With Me" by Stoney Clove Lane (Rock Artist from New York(NY))

"Stay With Me" by Stoney Clove Lane is a swampy folk rock album full of great melodies and an organic sound. The vocals are intimate and real. The musicianship is great, and the sound is very polished with a great amount of energy put into the performances. There is a very effective creativity in the production and instrumentation. The arrangements are all solid and the quality of the recording lends itself well to the style. Highlights include "Tonight" with a wonderful guitar progression and a memorable vocal performance. "Stay With Me" features a great sing-along chorus, another great vocal performance and a carefree vibe. "Gone" wraps the album up nicely with a bit of psychedelia. If you enjoy new CDs with a refreshing 60s/70s rock sound, you'll dig this excellent CD.
-William and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team