"Alligator Allegory" by Stravener (Rock Artist from London, England)

Stravener releases another fantastic Classic Rock CD, "Alligator Allegory." Stravener gets back to the roots of Classic Rock and comprises a superb collection of songs that are reminiscent of the '70's. These songs are crisp and clean and are dynamically balanced with mellow vocals, exceptional harmonies, and excellent instrumentation. The title track, "Alligator Allegory," grooves with a free flowing energy as the smooth vocals sing the engaging lyrics. Another song, "The Long Game," has sweet strings that complement the laid back vocals. Taking a turn to a slower beat, the ballad, "Soul Thieves," has emotive lyrics that are sung with a sweet and charming tonality. "Sleepers," is a song with a bouncy tempo, beautiful harmonies, and leaves you with an uplifted spirit. If you are a fan of David Bowie or Rolling Stones, then you will really enjoy the outstanding Classic Rock songs on the album, "Alligator Allegory."

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"3 Kingdoms" by DaMaDa (World Artist from San Francisco, CA)

The talented group, DaMaDa, release their excellent Asian/World music CD, "3 Kingdoms." This album is comprised of songs featuring the styles of Chinese Folk/Pop music and offers the vocal talents of Luo Danna who is accompanied by free style Jazz guitarist, Marc Schmitz, and drummer, Dave Mihaly. Danna sings with a soft and delicate clarity as she easily hits the upper register notes. The superb talents of Schmitz and Mihaly and their free style performances complement Danna's wonderful voice. Starting the CD, the song, "Good Morning Miao Mountain," is uplifting as it has a bouncy beat and grooves with a fun loving vibe. Another song, "Wan Wan De Yue Liang," is a softer song and has expressive lyrics which Danna sings with emotive sensitivity. This group also explores the musical styles of Middle Eastern intonation as you will hear on the song, "Sun Drum." Fans of Asian World music will find the terrific album, "3 Kingdoms," overflowing with a wonderful collection of Chinese Folk/Pop music.

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"I Love Myself When I Am Laughing" by Lenora Zenzalai Helm & The Zenzalai Project (Jazz Artist from North Carolina)

Lenora Zenzalai Helm releases a spectacular Jazz single, "I Love Myself When I'm Laughing." Helm, who is a highly talented vocalist, composer, lyricist, arranger, and teacher, based this single on the writings of Zola Neale Hurston. This inspiration creates a song that is soft and charming as Helm's silky voice sings the poetic lyrics with a polished style and grace. She projects her strong vocals with expressive qualities that gently float above the relaxed instrumentation. You will find the lyrics will be etched in your mind as they speak of Hurston describing a photo with an amusing flair. This song will have you wanting to hear more from this fabulous Jazz artist. If you like smooth Jazz that moves with sophisticated style, then you will enjoy the single, "I Love Myself When I'm Laughing."

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"Wood & Steel" by Pat Mead (Pop Artist)

"Wood & Steel," is the recently released Pop/Folk CD by talented artist Pat Mead. As you listen to this beautiful album, you will hear generous helpings of heartfelt lyrics that will seep into your soul. There is a nice dynamic balance between the vocals and acoustic instrumentation as these songs are performed with soft and soothing expression. The song, "Time," is a lovely piano driven ballad that moves with a smooth and easy feeling while the emotive vocals sing with thought provoking style. Another song, "The One Left Behind," has a sweet acoustic guitar that complements the charming vocals. "Broken Hearts," will tug at your heart strings as this song captures the trials of relationships with a gentle tonality. If you are a fan of James Taylor and Elton John, then the excellent Pop/Folk album, "Wood & Steel," would be one you will really enjoy.

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"Luminessence" by Kim Malmquist (Classical Artist from Sweden)

Highly gifted pianist, composer, and conductor, Kim Malmquist, releases an exquisite collection of beautiful instrumental Classical piano music on his recent album, "Luminessence." This album captures the essence of nature and light as Malmquist performs his songs with soothing intonations. Even the song titles lets one visualize how the power of light can stimulate the mind and body. The first track, "Light reflecting on a window," is delicate and dreamy as the melodic piano gracefully swirls across the keys with a silky fashion. "Echos of a memory," is a song that flows with passion and soulful spirit. The song, "Remembering a moondream," stimulates meditative ambiance as the melody takes you away to a place where you will be absorbed with reflective sensations. "Luminessence," is a superb album that will liberate your inner tranquility and is an album you will truly enjoy.

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"I Need Smooth Jazz" by Dennis Angel Band (Jazz Artist)

"I Need Smooth Jazz," is the recently released Jazz CD by the talented group, Dennis Angel Band. This group does a fantastic job in creating an album that has strong vocals and complementary instrumentation. Opening up the album, the title track, "I Need Smooth Jazz," features rich vocals that sing the charming lyrics with a well polished style and grace. The song, "Clandestine," has a sweet, rhythmic beat as the bright and crisp horns plays the melodic melody with a relaxed and expressive form. You will like how they take the trials and tribulations of Wall Street and spin tasty lyrics on the song, "The Wall Street Recession Time Blues." "From Bebop To Hip-Hop," is a great song that has excellent vocals interwoven with dynamic instruments. Fans of original and well performed Jazz music will really enjoy the smooth grooves on the album, "I Need Smooth Jazz."

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"10 Cents Above A Beggar" by Mark Gresty (Adult Rock Artist)

Musical artist, Mark Gresty, releases his terrific debut Adult Contemporary CD, "10 Cents Above A Beggar-Mark Gresty's Pappadom Songs." Gresty has taken his talents and has comprised an album that has many musical styles such as Jazz, Blues, Latin, Folk, and Pop. The song, "The Only One," grooves with a smooth flowing rhythm as the vocals sweetly sing the charming lyrics. Take a trip to a tropical paradise as you hear the song, "Palm Trees." This song has a Latin appeal as the syncopated beats cascade around the soft vocals. Get a soulful taste of the Blues when you listen to the song, "Blues For Billy Strayhorn." It moves with a toe tapping beat that glides around the strong vocals. If you like an album that has an enticing blend of musical styles, then you will like the great CD, "10 Cents Above A Beggar-Mark Gresty's Pappadom Songs."

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"Around The World" by Guitarsnake (Instrumental Rock Artist)

Guitar virtuoso, Guitarsnake, aka Nicolas Notorianni, releases another spectacular instrumental Rock CD, "Around the World." Guitarsnake will mesmerize you with his collection of superb music as he fascinates the soul with his captivating talent. He impresses with his ability to make his guitar "sing" these dynamic and well balanced melodic melodies. He opens up the CD with the song, "My Religion," which has 4 parts to it. Each track is electrifying as it is richly textured with complementing strings that swirl around his entrancing guitar. The title track, "Around the World," is an enticing song that shimmers with a melodic guitar that evokes emotive ambiance. "Surrounded," is a song that has slithery guitar hooks and you will like how the delicate strings incorporate a delicate and dreamy tonality. If you like the smooth grooves of Joe Satriani, then you will definitely enjoy the brilliant Rock album, "Around the World."

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"MANUKA HONEY" by CEILI RAIN (Rock Artist)

The outstanding Rock CD, "Manuka Honey," by the talented artist, Ceili Rain, is a wonderful blend of soft Rock infused with colorful elements of Celtic ambiance. Rain generates a feeling of easy listening musical style as you listen to his finely crafted songs. The first track, "The Sweetest I've Seen," has a nice bouncy beat as the vocals will charm you with its sweet sincerity. Another song, "Can't Love Without It," moves with an easy flowing groove as the flavorful instruments compliment the magnetic vocals. Taking to a slower tempo, the song, "This Is the Moment," is a beautiful ballad that captivates the listener with its enchanting appeal. "You're Better Than This," is another excellent song that is vibrant and upbeat and has a catchy melody. If you are a fan of the Beatles, then you will find the album, "Manuka Honey," offers an excellent collection of well crafted Celtic Rock songs.

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"Jail" by Sideburn (Hard Rock Artist)

The Swiss rockers, Sideburn, release another spectacular Hard Rock CD, "Jail." This album is bursting with powerful music which reels you in with the gripping vocals and searing hot guitar. As you listen to this CD, you will find that Sideburn creates an album with a maximum speed of hard Rock intensity. Opening up the album, "Live To Rock," is intoxicating as the vocals burst with "in your face attitude" while the guitar shreds some edgy rock riffs. Another song, "Rock 'n' roller," seethes with classic rock fury as this group melds a perfect balance of vocals and impressive instrumentation. The title track, "Jail," will rock you to the bone as the driving beats burns with full throttle energy. For all fans of AC/DC: "Jail" is one album you will definitely want to hear as it is jam packed with driving hard rock music.

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"I Wanna....." by Lisa Panagos (Pop Artist from Los Angels, CA)

The talented singer, Lisa Panagos, releases another fabulous Pop/R&B CD, "I Wanna……." which features the single, "I Wanna Be Your Lover." Panagos let her talents shine as she charms you with a soulful style that caresses your spirit. As you listen to this song you will hear her voice express sweet and delicate intonations as she sings her melodic lyrics with a rich and impressive vocal technique. This song is a must for the dance floor as it moves with sweet flowing rhythms and offers colorful instrumental elements. It will soothe you into a body rocking groove and will make you want to hear more from this talented artist. There are also excellent harmonies that delicately swirl around Panagos' silky voice. Fans of Pop/R&B music will really enjoy the excellent album, "I Wanna……." as it has refreshing vocals by an outstanding artist.

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"Chromatic Freedom" by Dialeto (Adult Rock Artist from Brazil)

The excellent Rock CD, "Chromatic Freedom," by the talented group Dialeto, breathes new life into the world of musical styles and genres. Their free form melodies are created by using the chromatic scale which generates expressive originality to each track. This album has a terrific variety of music as some songs are instrumentals and others have great vocals. The song, "Dialeto," has a cutting edge tonality and gets you rocking to the mellow mood it forms. The title track, "Chromatic Freedom," produces an interesting vibe as the slithery guitar licks entices with a gritty, modern edge. Taking to a more upbeat tempo, the song, "Rainha Perversa," hooks you in with its smooth and powerful beat as the electrifying guitar contours the catchy melody into an impressive song. Discover the musical talents of Dialeto and their fabulous album, "Chromatic Freedom," as you won't be disappointed by the brilliant collection of well crafted Rock songs they have created.

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