"Falling Awake" by Kirtana (New-Age/Easy-Listening artist from California (CA))

"Falling Awake" by musical veteran Kirtana is a refreshing, soul-pacifying collection of easy-listening/new-age tunes. "The Train Song" provides an excellent presentation of Kirtana's heart-felt vocal performances. Her soft, airy, and smooth timbre successfully passes on a mood of tranquility and peace. The piano-driven "Home" urges listeners to look within to find innocence, and to not define their self-worth by the words of another or even their own mood. Kirtana consistently treats listeners to motivational and spiritual lyrics that encourage healing and freedom from pain. Unencumbered production provides a perfect musical atmosphere for these songs, allowing Kirtana's angelic voice and the accompanying instruments to shine in their true beauty. If you enjoy inspirational, spiritual, new age, or easy-listening songs, "Falling Awake" should be at the top of your to-buy list!

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"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!

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"Tonight" by Paul Phillips (R&B artist from Memphis, Tennessee (TN))

Paul Phillip's "Tonight," is an impressive collection of R&B tracks. The CD features excellent song structure, compelling lead melodies, groovy beats and mature, well-developed lyrics. Moreover, Paul's silky smooth timbre is irresistible! "September" delivers a great musical hook, a rockin' electric guitar solo, and a heavenly arrangement of background and harmony vocals. "You're The One" opens with an incredible acoustic guitar arrangement and tells a heart-wrenching story of genuine love. Song after song, Paul manages to transfer his passion to his listeners. Putting the finishing touches on "Tonight" is production that discovers a brilliant balance between Paul's emotion-invoking melodies and contagious musical grooves! Fans of Marvin Gaye and Luther Vandross will undoubtedly find themselves hooked on "Tonight"!

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"I.O.U." by Soul J (Reggae/Easy-Listening/Spiritual artist from Ontario, Canada (CA))

"I.O.U." by the soulful Soul J offers a pleasant assembly of spiritual tunes spiced with R&B, reggae, soca, and easy-listening flavors. Soul J's voice rivals with this CD's compelling instrumentation for the number one spot on the list of best qualities. Soul J delivers impressive vocals that are stylistically diverse, sultry and soulful. "Saved By Grace" immerses itself in island zest, flaunting the cheerful sounds of native steel drums. Followed by the title-track, Soul J demonstrates her ability to shift vocal styles and tones effortlessly from reggae/soca styles to this easy-listening vibe. Moreover, the tunes on "I.O.U." deliver verse after verse of encouragement and inspiration through lyrics that focus on faith and biblical promises. Brought to a shiny finish with bright and balanced production, fans of Christian reggae, soca, and easy-listening will find great joy in Soul J's debut release!

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"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!

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"Reflections" by John Paul Rudolph (Easy-Listening artist from Bloomington Peoria, Illinois (IL))

"Reflections" by the stunning vocalist John Paul Rudolph is a heart-warming reinvention of easy-listening and modern opera classics! Featuring break-through hits like "You Raise Me Up," John Paul does an excellent job at recreating timeless classics made popular by icons Josh Groban and Michael Bublé, and favorites from popular musicals such as Phantom of the Opera. With absolutely no hesitation, any listener can assert that John Paul's voice is the biggest commodity of "Reflections." His warm, soothing timbre, likened to the Broadway vibes of Josh Groban, radiates sincerity, passion, and timelessness. These songs required a very wide range and complete vocal and pitch control, all requirements that seem to come effortlessly to this extremely talented musician. What's more, "Reflections" is composed with articulate and masterful instrumentation – beautiful pianos take the main stage, accentuated by emotion-invoking string symphonies and acoustic arrangements. Wrapped up with solid professional production, "Reflections" comes across as the complete package. Fans of Broadway and musicals, as well as artists like Josh Groban, will fall head-over-heals for this inspiring release!

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"Intersections" by Roberta Duchak (Jazz artist from Illinois (IL))

"Intersections" by Roberta Duchak is a vibrant assembly of delightful jazz tunes. In these broadway-influenced tunes, Roberta's perfect pitch and flowing tone fuse to create the most seducing component of "Intersections." The excellent vocal performances are nicely complimented by top notch musicianship. "Let Me Sing" shows off Roberta's beautiful tonal texture and the passion that she puts into her performances. "Seasons Of Love" stands out as extremely melodic, memorable, and musically compelling. Moreover, "Raise the Roof" takes an enjoyable venture into the upbeat sounds of Spanish-flavored jazz. Lyrically, Roberta crafts tunes of joy, love, pain, and fun with great skill! Brilliant production that allows Roberta's captivating voice to stand out above the instrumentation brings this CD to a nice close. Fans of Jane Monheit and Nancy Wilson will find genuine pleasure in the beautiful music on this CD!

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"Suavee's Groove" by Suavee (Jazz Composer from Indiana (IN))

Suavee's sophomore release, "Suavee's Groove", shows off his ever-increasing talent as a jazz composer and instrumentalist. Getting things started is the upbeat "Right On Time", which acquaints listeners with Suavee's stunning piano arrangements and groovy drum beats. "Can We Work It Out" ventures into a softer, more slow-paced arena with its solemn mood. The title track stands out as particularly groovy and contagious, introducing a smooth bass line and trumpet solos that are hard to shake! From beginning to end, "Suavee's Groove" takes listeners on a compelling journey through emotional highs and lows. Outstanding production brings this jazz collection to a nice close! Fans of instrumental jazz don't want to miss out on this one!

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"Short Stories, Infinite Corridors" by Sebastian Lorefice (Electronic Instrumental artist from Australia (AU))

"Short Stories, Infinite Corridors" by the artistic Sebastian Lorefice is a spell-binding collection of epic electronic soundscapes. The musicianship on this CD is very impressive. "Soldier," the opening track, sets a perfect theatrical mood for the rest of this CD. Perhaps the most compelling part of these tunes is their ever-changing structure – changes in tempo, driving instruments, drum arrangements, and emotional atmospheres progress seamlessly and effortlessly! "Espionage" perfectly illustrates Sebastian's skill for creating music that conjures up a specific mental image. This track appropriately radiates a dark atmosphere of mystery, conspiracy, and secrecy. Even more impressive is this CD's quality production! Fans of electronica, jazz, ambient, and instrumental music will loose themselves in this mystic adventure!

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"Starry Night" by Sue Bell (Jazz artist from Washington (WA))

"Starry Night" by the elegant Sue Bell is a heart-warming collection of age-old classics revamped with brilliant new jazz-inspired arrangements. Immediately stealing the limelight is Sue's sultry, soul-stirring vocal performances. "I Won't Last A Day Without You" and "Let Me Be The One" demonstrate the compelling instrumentation displayed on this CD– stunning jazz piano compositions backed by amazing trumpet solos and free-flowing drum arrangements make these songs unforgettable! With production as compelling as Sue's smooth vocals, music-lovers can't go wrong with "Starry Night." Fans of jazz and the timeless classics of Stevie Wonder, Carole King, and the likes will fall in love with this CD!

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"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!

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"Weakness In A Man" by Mel Gibson (Blues/Easy-Listening artist from California (CA))

Mel Gibson's "Weakness In A Man" has it all! This concoction of blues and easy-listening tunes meld into one irresistible CD! Opening with the Elvis-reminiscent "Reconsider Baby," listeners are drawn in by the energetic, upbeat blues sounds of the band and Mel Gibson's classic, smooth vocal tone! Variety is a staple in "Weakness In A Man." Slowing things down are the beautiful and emotional ballads "If We Don't Use Love" and "Am I Ready." Moreover, the title-track stands out as a musically captivating composition, and reiterates Mel Gibson's gift for crafting lyrics that are heart-felt, sincere, and poetic. Hailing professional production, this new release should be on the shelves of every Elvis Presley or Engelbert Humperdinck fan! Pick up a copy today!

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Self-Titled Release by Adia (R&B/pop artist from Dallas, Texas (TX))

Hailing talent and a voice well beyond her years, Adia accomplishes a mature and enticing CD with this self-titled R&B/pop release. The energetic "Loose It" demonstrates the hook-filled beats and loops that form the foundation of these groovy tunes. "I Got It" takes a more soulful twist, showing off Adia's smooth, soulful vocal tone likened to the sounds of Aaliyah and Beyonce. Moreover, the emotion-invoking ballad "Wasting My Time" introduces the beautiful sounds of grand piano. Skillfully written lyrics that use repetition to its advantage make for tunes that are catchy and memorable. What's more, the production of the CD allows Adia's beautiful vocals to shine through! Fans of JoJo and Aaliyah will get hooked on this fresh collection of R&B/pop hits!

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