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Josh Kelley's Always Been Honestnew
So while this album might not be the strongest thing he's ever done, it's likely not to be the strongest he'll ever do.
Metro Spirit |
Stacey Hudson |
02-27-2008 |
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Tags: Josh Kelley, Special Company
Doug Munro is a Phenomenal Guitaristnew
His style reflects the influence of flamenco, jazz and bossa nova. You can hear elements of his influences such as Segovia and Al Di Meola.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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'Draw' Has a Driving Soundnew
The Details have a new, catchy sound that combines elements of contemporary pop and alternative rock to achieve a uniqueness.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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Keith Marks Keeps Funky Flute Playing Alivenew
Keith Marks is a very accomplished flautist in his own right. His playing reminds me of a Lalo Schifrin movie soundtrack or Chris Wood, who played with Steve Winwood and Dave Mason of the band Traffic.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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Tags: Foreign Funk, Keith Marks
The Jazz Singer Taeko is a Unique Artistnew
She has her own individual singing style that sounds similar to Sade and Barbara Streisand.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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'Cody's Dream' is Country Noirnew
Not for the upbeat, Mark Pickerel's album illustrates solemn, descriptive stories with emotional fervor.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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Silly Love Songsnew
Don't roll your eyes at us, guys. Without this list, you might not get some this Valentine's Day.
Metro Spirit |
Staff |
02-27-2008 |
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This DVD is for True Pelican Fansnew
Evolution is the whole point of After the Ceiling Cracked, and the foundation upon which Pelican's very existence is based. The impact is considerable, especially when you realize that seeing the band live is an extension of this whole experience.
Metro Spirit |
Josh Ruffin |
02-27-2008 |
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Tags: Pelican, After the Ceiling Cracked
Impressive Beats are Always in Abundance on 'Conversations'new
The album features some of the most talented producers on the underground scene, including DJ Premier, 9th Wonder, and Khrysis.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
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Tags: Daily Conversations, Torae
Dan Johns Proves the Divine Hustle is the Key to Successnew
Evidenced from his latest mixtape effort, it seems like he will rap until every muscle is sore, and every square inch of his throat is strained.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
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Budden is Still Coming With Hard, Raw Emotionnew
Mood Muzik 3: For Better or Worse proves that since Budden's start came from mixtapes, coming full circle means perfection for the Jersey City native.
Metro Spirit |
Frazia Lee |
02-27-2008 |
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Dub Trio is More than Groove-Metalnew
Earphone nerds and head-nodders alike have their new favorite album.
Metro Spirit |
Josh Ruffin |
02-27-2008 |
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Tags: Another Sound is Dying, Dub Trio
The David Finck Quartet Has a Great Jazz Soundnew
Future Day is great jazz by musicians who can play at breakneck speed.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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Marianne Keith Has a Contemporary Sound with Pop Overtonesnew
Beautiful Distraction provides the kind of catchy pop you expect to hear in heavy rotation on the radio.
Metro Spirit |
Rich McCracken |
02-27-2008 |
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Back to the Basicsnew
Nashville trio Cheap Time draws out grit and stamina on 7-inch.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Chad Radford |
02-27-2008 |
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