Sunday, October 23, 2011

"Lush Life" by The Valerie Gillespie Ensemble (Jazz Artist from Florida)

You will be charmed by the exquisite musical talents of Valerie Gillespie and her fabulous Contemporary Jazz CD, "Lush Life." This album showcases some fine talented performers on the saxophone/vocals, piano, upright bass, and drums. The finely crafted songs are magnetic and will seep subtly into your soul as this album offers songs that are either instrumental or with thought provoking vocals. Opening up the CD, "Beautiful Love," is a beautiful instrumental featuring the enchanting sax playing a warm and inviting melodic melody. The title track, "Lush Life," reveals passionate and soulful vocals that are dynamically brilliant. "Caravan," has a mysterious tonality at first and then kicks in with a vibrant rhythm creating a delightful melody. If you are a fan of Jazz music and like artists such as Diana Krall or Dizzy Gillespie, then you will definitely enjoy the superb Jazz album, "Lush Life."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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Sunday, October 2, 2011

"Island Fantasies" by Island Frank (World Artist from Florida)

The talents of Frank Tuma shine again as he releases another marvelous CD, "Island Fantasies," that is overflowing with delightful World/Island instrumental music. Tuma, who is a great composer and musician, creates a collection of songs that make you feel as if you are on a warm tropical island relaxing in the sun. The song, "I Want to Go Home to My Island," is bright and energetic as the rhythmic beats charm its way into your heart and soul. It really has a fun and inviting melody. Another song, "Limbo and Be Happy," offers some crisp synth horns riffs and really does get you in a happy mood. "Dancing Under a Latin Moon," shines with a syncopated rhythm while the acoustic guitar complements the fascinating piano. Tuma really has fun with his music and this CD is infused with exciting melodies and wonderfully textured sounds. If you are a fan of Harry Belafonte or Jimmy Buffet, then you will definitely enjoy the warm and inviting songs on the album, "Island Fantasies."

-Diane and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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