Wednesday, August 13, 2008

“Felicia” by Felicia Punzo (Electronica artist from Pennsylvania (PA))

"Felicia" is the five-song electro pop debut EP from fifteen year old phenom Felicia Punzo. Prepare to hear about Felicia for years upon years to come, as her smooth and clean vocal performance puts her in the same vein as Miley Cyrus and early Madonna. Suffice to say, she has mainstream written all over her. This EP is filled with great electro and hip-hop beats that, even if dared, you couldn't sit still to. Felicia writes her own lyrics, which is more than you can say about most young pop sensations. She sings about love and lost love, including one particularly heartfelt song, "Angel," which is about a young friend of hers that passed on. The recording quality is excellent and ready for club play, or to be cranked up at a house dance party. "Do It Anyway You Wanna" has a nice electro beat and a great use of synthesizers, showing Felicia's minimalist side. "Love of a Lifetime" is a more lyrical track ready for radio play that is sure to make you marvel at Felicia's maturity level considering her age. Overall, "Felicia" is an impressive debut from a young new artist sure to consistently make her way to the radio waves. For fans of electro pop and the likes of Miley Cyrus, Felicia Punzo would make a worthy addition.
-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team

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“The Greatest Hits of Mr. X” by Clive Stevens (Electronic artist from Florida (FL))

"The Greatest Hits of Mr. X" is an eclectic grouping of songs that span a variety of global genres brought to you by Clive Stevens. This is the ninth solo release from Stevens, and this album shows his musical experience and maturity, as well as his knowledge of world music as a whole. Stevens' influence is based firmly in jazz music, and this album is even dedicated to great jazz musician Miles Davis. The complete sound of his arrangements are derived from funk, rock, reggae, electronic, and new age as well. The songs are diverse, rhythmic, and true to the Clive Stevens sound. The majority of the tracks are instrumental, but when Stevens sings, his vocal performance is reminiscent of Sting and Peter Gabriel, often coupled with a talented female vocalist. "The Greatest Hits of Mr. X" is well-produced, with clean vocals and arrangements that are ready to burst through your speakers. "Mystique Chic" is a smooth jazz instrumental with great saxophone and guitar solos, as well as some nice guitar and drum work. "Saturnight" is an electronic jazz fusion track with a great instrumental arrangement that makes you want to move. Overall, "The Greatest Hits of Mr. X" is a solid album from a seasoned professional. It's great for fans of jazz fusion and a Miles Davis-inspired sound.
-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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Thursday, August 7, 2008

“Alchemystical” by Audio Buddha (Electronica Artist from New Mexico(NM))

Audio Buddha's "Alchemystical" is an ambient electronica album from a trio of classically trained musicians. This New Mexico outfit is comprised of vocalist Ishtar, keyboardist Steve Brisk and violinist Nathaniel Mahlberg. Each member is classically trained at their respective instruments and all of them show their immense talents on this collaborative effort. All of the ambient and electronic sounds are created by Brisk's keyboard, often coupled by the strong, classically influenced performances on violin and vocal to create a unique sound. Audio Buddha's songs are intelligent, eclectic and spiritual, aimed at getting themselves and the listener in touch with the divine. The production quality of "Alchemystical" is great, so the album sounds polished, professional and ready to bounce off the walls. "Birth of Dance" opens up the album nicely with waves of ambience, a sudden burst of violin and a beautiful vocal performance that collectively tell you what Audio Buddha is all about. "Mother Goddess" has whispering, summoning vocals and an incredible backing arrangement. With "Alchemystical," Audio Buddha has created a fascinating and unique genre of music you've likely never heard, but certainly should hear. Fans of spiritual, classically trained electronic music should take the time to see what Audio Buddha is all about.

-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008

“osh10” by osh10 (Electronica Artist from Australia)

"osh10" is a self-titled trip-hop album with elements of funk and jazz from a talented Australian duo. The group is made up of two people and one instrument – Mike Macgregor on the electronic bass and Aimee Chapman as the vocalist who unleashes beautiful melodies and harmonies with her big cute voice. All of the sounds you hear on "osh10," with the exception of the closer "Lullaby," are either made with Macgregor's bass or Chapman's vocals without any additional instruments. They are more stripped down than The White Stripes, yet they create a sound just as solid. The arrangements are excellent and interweave Chapman's strong vocal performance with Macgregor's funk and jazz-infused bass licks. At times the two play off one another and at other times they give one another the spotlight with an a cappella performance or a bass solo that would certainly impress the pants off of Les Claypool. This album is also well-recorded, the bass licks and the vocals sound clean and crisp and the album is ready to go to eleven - so to speak. "Mr Sheen" opens up the album with an outstanding funk bass line, great lyrics and an excellent vocal performance. "Sferics" is an instrumental track that loops Macgregor's bass to give the track an ambient electronic sound. "Lullaby" closes things out by introducing the xylophone and piano to the instrumental picture to imitate a wind-up music box and back another outstanding lyrical and vocal performance. osh10 is a unique band with a unique sound created by a talented bassist and a great female vocalist with a big voice. Fans of trip-hop and great bass styling, check out osh10.
-Chris & the RadioIndy.com Review Team
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