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MP3 Randy Singer - Harmonica Dreams
randy singer''s cd "harmonica dreams" takes the harmonica and contemporary smooth jazz to a whole new level
miami, fl (january, 7, 200
12 MP3 Songs
JAZZ: Smooth Jazz, EASY LISTENING: Mood Music
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Review by Jonathan Widran
In listening to the veteran harmonica player''s stylistically eclectic, dreamy and joyous debut--billed on the packaging as "the world''s first smooth jazz harmonica CD"--a quote from Clifford Brown about the legendary Toots Thielemans comes to mind: "Toots, the way you play the harmonica, they should not call it a miscellaneous instrument!" While certainly not the household name Thielemans is, Singer has amassed an equally impressive sideman resume working with the best pop, country, Latin and Brazilian singers--from Blondie to Garth Brooks and Djavan! Only time will tell if this winning indie effort can break through the sax/piano/guitar domination of his chosen genre, but catchy, melodic tracks like the zesty samba "Rio Dreams," the reggae-tinged "Jamaica Jam" and soulful, laid back "Bells of Venice" would fit into the format perfectly. Singer shows his romantic side both instrumentally on the lush, moody "My Love" and later on a series of vocals, which are pleasant enough but limit his beautiful instrument to a quieter, supporting role. Although it''s not the track most listeners will gravitate to, his best vocal is an eloquent, classically tinged revisit of Lesley Duncan''s "Love Song,", first popularized by Elton John on 1971''s classic Tumbleweed Connection. Perhaps Singer''s biggest dream is that he can bring his instrument into a center stage role for both himself and others who, like him, master the beauty of it. This collection is an impressive first step.
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Renowned South Florida Harmonica Player Produces and Releases The World''s First Smooth Jazz Harmonica CD
Randy Singer''s CD "Harmonica Dreams" Takes the Harmonica and Contemporary Smooth Jazz to a Whole New Level
Miami, FL (January, 7, 2004) - Renowned South Florida harmonica player and vocalist Randy Singer creates a new and unique sound in his newest CD release, Harmonica Dreams. Singer, known as a virtuoso harmonica player and vocalist by many in the music industry, has taken the sounds of his harmonica and contemporary smooth jazz and infused it into what is considered to be the world''s first smooth jazz harmonica CD. Rio Dreams, a track from Harmonica Dreams is currently receiving airplay on South Florida radio station Love 94 FM WLVE.
Those who have been lucky to listen to Harmonica Dreams all agree that the CD is "radio-friendly" and contains many songs that have "HIT" potential and musical artistry. Jazz lovers are sure to enjoy Harmonica Dreams'' original sound and concept. Many who have heard the CD contend that there has never been a harmonica that has captured the sound of "today" as this CD does. Several agree Harmonica Dreams could be compared to the harmonica magic of Stevie Wonder with the production/songwriting skills of great musicians such as Boney James, Dave Koz, Kenny G., Pat Metheny, and Spyro Gyra.
Harmonica Dreams is an original mix of a unique sound that instantly identifies the artist and his instrument; a quality which surely sets this CD apart from others in a market where so many songs and beats can be confusing and sound alike. Harmonica Dreams is co-produced by Claudio Spiewak, the brilliant Brazilian guitarist/producer who has performed with some of the top Latin acts and currently performs with Nestor Torres.
Randy Singer''s ability to adapt his harmonica style into almost every genre of music has placed him on-stage and in-studio with some of the greatest legends in the music industry.
Randy Singer recently finished a series of performances with Jimmy Buffet as well as providing his musical genius to the new Julio Iglesias CD. Singer also just completed a tour with the great Franco da Vita.
Randy has also played recorded studio sessions with harmonica-legend Toots Thielemans, Gilberto Gil, Larry Coryel, Desmond Child, Rudy Perez, Juan Luis Guerra, Pim Pinella, Garth Brooks, Emmy Lou Harris, Carlene Carter, Tanya Tucker, Blondie, Spanish Fly, Caetano Veloso, Steven Marley (of the Bob Marley Family), Billie Meyers, Djavan, Bebu Silvetti, the Big River Broadway Musical, Raul Midon, The Planet Earth Project, Howard Levy and Charlie McCoy.
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Industry Testimonials
"I heard Randy Singer sit in at the Van Dyke with Toots Thielemans and he played so incredibly to the point where you couldn''t tell where Toots left off and Randy began--talk about well-schooled and precise! I was blown away then and then I was happy when Randy played on my gig earlier this year in Ft. Lauderdale, once more spinning his harp magic, but this time with my guitar sound--I thought it was a heady blend! I wanna do some more stuff with this cat!"
Larry Coryell- Recording artist
"One of the most expressive musicians to come in a long time! He evokes the very core of emotions through his harmonica playing that connects us to his beautiful imagination in a rich and creative way! "
Al Di Meola-Recording artist
* Randy Singer virtuouso harmonica playing brings a new and interesting flavor to the smooth jazz table.
Steven Halpern- Recording artist/Producer
* Randy Singer is the real thing. His music and talent comes completely from his heart and soul. Refreshing!
Gina Martell- Love 94 DJ
Hostess of Latin Corner
* When it comes to performing and recording, Randy Singer definitely has game. My favorite track on the album, Rio Dreams, can easily be a radio hit and / or a theme song for an ad campaign or movie.
Jason Klein,
Producer whose credits include
Beny More, Alexandre Pires,
Jim Brickman and Marc Anthony.
* Harmonica Dreams fills a void that no one knew existed. A highly evolved, wonderfully listenable jazz disc with the chromatic harmonica as the centerpiece. These beautifully crafted tunes by Randy Singer could very well be a springboard for a whole new direction in smooth jazz. I give it a 10."
Randy Fuchs
Artist Relations Director and Music Consultant
* Once in a while an instrumental CD comes along that helps redefine a musical instrument. Randy''s "Harmonica Dreams" is one of them.
* Lanny SmithPlanet Earth Project
For more information:
Randy Singer / 954-929-7733
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