6 out of 5
Well, it doesn't get better than this folks. Hence 6 out of 5. "So In Love" is timeless with a brilliant arrangement and out-of-this-world vocals that are so filled with soul that at times, one might be fooled into thinking he's listening to Aretha Franklin. A stunner! Wow!
Listen here: "So In Love" by Jennifer Holliday
5 out of 5
"Waiting For The Love" is one of those tracks that makes you smile as you listen simply because it's that good. It's a mixture of soul, blues and pop and here's the thing, it's done very, very well. The vocals are top-notch, soulful but not too dramatic and the arrangement works like a charm. I like how the song begins with just an acoustic guitar and some keyboards but little by little grows into a full-blown pop production. As wonderful as the final product is, the acoustic beginning makes you realise that "Waiting For The Love" would have also worked as an acoustic number, it's that well written.
I heard this song in the car for the very first time and it fit the moment perfectly. It was close to midnight, it was raining and I felt down and out. In other words, I was in the right headspace to listen to the blues. Obviously, what I got was much more than that. Some songs have healing power. This is one of those tracks.
Oh, and while I'm not sure if it is wise to wait for the love to come find you, I do know this much: I absolutely adore this track.
Listen here: "Waiting For The Love" by Wild Celia
I just want to say a big massive thank you to all these artists, from both amazing albums, for giving up their talentand time for my dream. I love you all! Phil G.
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And now a little about some of the artists on the album.
Paul Shortino is an American rock singer and musician who has sung for Rough Cutt/The Cutt, Quiet Riot, Bad Boyz, and Shortino. He briefly recorded with J.K. Northrup as the duo, Shortino/Northrup. He has also recorded as a solo artist, writing and performing the song "E.G.G.M.A.N." as the theme for Dr. Eggman in Sonic Adventure 2 for Sega, and in Shadow the Hedgehog as "E.G.G.M.A.N. Doc Robeatnix Mix". Shortino recorded lead vocals for the Heavy Metal benefit project Hear 'n Aid in 1985. The single from this project, "Stars", also features lead vocals by heavy metal singers Ronnie James Dio, Rob Halford, Geoff Tate, Don Dokken, Kevin DuBrow, Eric Bloom and Dave Meniketti.
Brad Walsh is an American singer and record producer known for his own pop and experimental music, as well as his dance remixes of pop artists including Britney Spears, Adam Lambert, and Lady Gaga.
Lorenzo Gabanizza
Lorenzo
is a long life singer songwriter. Starting at an early age, 3 years old, he
worked with legends and hit makers such as multi platinum Jeff Christie, Snake
Davis, Rusty Wright, Vic Elmes, Grammy fiddler Ian Cameron and many more.
Romantic (he likes to be remember for being born in Verona, town of the
Shakespeare 's tragedy) passionate, always exploring and expanding, he likes to
break barriers as an advocate for freedom in life and Arts so that you may find
him on multi genre patterns from symphonic to country music. He often involves
himself in important human rights, health and social campaigns like Mercury
Phoenix Trust, R. F. Kennedy H.R., Mbtm, 320 Changes Direction etc.
SchizoFranic
is an musician from Toledo, Ohio USA. SchizoFranic started this journey in
music when she was six years of age, ever since her father introduced her to
music. Over the years SchizoFanic has learned how to play an array of
instruments, but mostly concentrated on guitar and piano. For the most part SchozoFranic
is a self made musician that has a passion for ambient electronic music, music
from the soul... Music that expresses peace, happiness and tranquility.
Those
Men are a UK based progressive art pop project.The duo work in the area of
concept albums dealing with subjects ranging from the disposability of the
modern world (Sobgod 2007) to a day in the life of a
municipal car park (Car Park 2003); pollution on the earth in its many facets
(Ponky Hates Pollution 2000) to reflections on the overrated
concept of movement (Why Move? 2006); a musical interpretation of the pituitary
gland (Pituitary 1999) to a four second internal journey of a middle aged man’s
thought processes in response to his wife’s question ‘What’s the matter darling
you don’tseem yourself?’ (Theman Simpulse 2010).
Using
diverse musical forms ranging from pop songs to prog epics, from ballads to
comedy moments, from dance to new millennium psychedelia Those Men have
addressed these issues in a number of recordings and videos stretching over
four decades. Their latest release ‘Fecundness’ (2022), which pays homage to
the energy of The River and its associated elements of growth, has been
released on the Minds Behind The Music label.
Phillip
Foxley is a multi-genre songwriter and musician. He writes and produces music
from his home studio in Conwy, North Wales, UK.
With
influences from every corner of the world, Foxley has long experience in
writing music in any genre, including original blistering blues rock guitar and
soft acoustic and piano tracks, and is delighted to have a track selected for
the Born Free compilation album released by MBTM in July 2022.
Haakon
Rian mAncient Ueland is an artist, DJ, healer, therapist and Viking Buddha.
Since 2018 he has been a pilgrim monk. His music genre is called 'Earth House',
which is also the name of his charity. His music can be found on all the major
services - search for "mAncient" - and is healing. He started with
music at the age of four, 51 years ago, and his best friend and bodyguard is
called Trollheads Nessi.
Web: https://earthhouse.church/
Coen
Rhys is a positive over-thinker and experimental singer-songwriter drawing
inspiration from music through the ages, balancing reality with hope for a
better future.
He first started writing music after picking up the guitar at
the age of 11, and has since written music to “diarise” his thoughts while
trying to work out this wonderful yet mad world.
Twitter: www.twitter.com/coenrhys
Doctor
Zee are a family based band comprising of Will Jack - electro acoustic guitar &
Vocals; Willie Jack Lead guitar & backing vocals; and Paul Ringrose - Bass
guitar. With songs destined to be classics, they perform ‘anthems' for festival
crowds to sing along to epic choruses & soaring
guitar
riffs written for the 'lockdown generation.' Vocals that convey an angst ridden
21 st century message link with subtle dynamics & melodies delivering
hook's which make Doctor Zee something truly special! They are about to shake
up the jaded mainstream music scene and bring about a 'musical revolution!'
with songs that are simply.."too good to be ignored!".
The Star
Prairie Project is the brainchild of Nolen R. Chew Jr., a song writer from Star
Prairie, Wisconsin. The purpose of his recording project is to write original
songs and make them into records. Nolen collaborates with musicians and
producers from LA to London to bring his songs to life. The Star Prairie
Project is named for the village of Star Prairie (50) miles NE of
Minneapolis/St Paul and the Alan Parsons Project from back in the day.
Find them here www.thestarprairieproject.net
They say
that music is the language of the soul, and nothing could be truer for this
Rock Band.
Composed
of a group of inspirational musicians and skillful performers, the artists
behind Bad Scullianz have earned their reputation as a talented band to look
out for. From live gigs to studio sessions and more, they continue to touch
fans around the world with their distinct and enjoyable musical style.
Jay Elle
is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player currently residing in New York City.
Jay Elle has a soothing and passionate voice, blending perfectly with unique
guitar arrangements. His songs bring together lyrics and music in a singular
fashion.
Tom has
had an illustrious career with number one hits, awards and more. In 2021, Tom
Tikka won the ISSA award for International Male Emerging Artist Of The Year. He
was also awarded four Josie-Award nominations as well as a nomination in the
prestigious Hollywood Music In Media Awards. His new album, Better Man, was
released in 2022 under the Minds Behind the Music Record label. He also appears
on Born Free!
