Beautiful, poetic, soulful, sensual music
586576
Al has produced some of the finest music I have ever listened to, and with this latest offering from the World Sinfonia group, there is a maturity to the compositions which is mesmerizing. The players, all master musicians in their own right, including the amazing Hernan Romero and Mario Parmisano, add an almost 3-dimensional feel to the whole CD, and the orchestral arrangements, penned by Al & Mario have thrown a whole new light on things... Truly one of the most beautiful pieces of music you will ever hear..... I was lucky enough to see some of these songs performed in New York's Blue Note back in March this year...and the recording has captured the intimate feel of the live performance with grace and precision.....
1605727
Anael comes again! She returns with the new album Language Of The Soul, cleared and refreshed, even more deep and charmingly-feminine. And that gift reflects her being, has something of her heart. Her sincerity and open feelings touch you from the very beginning of the composition Come Raggio di Soleil and don't leave until the last chords of Crastina Die. And you just plunge into the unbounded ocean of feelings, where tenderness, sweet sadness, deep trust and joy of unconditioned love are melted together.

What can be said on this album? It is a beautiful example of aesthetics. Everything is perfectly aesthetic here: Anael's performance, refined arrangement by Bradfield, beautiful cover. Here Anael sings the songs using 5 languages: Hebrew, Italian, Latin, French and English.

We should also consider the texts of the songs. They are an organic part of the art of Anael and Bradfield. The original lyric poetry of Bradfield and canonical texts are interwoven there. So the words of Crastina Die are taken from Catholic Liturgy, lyrics of Chir Hashirim originates from the Song of Songs by Solomon, and even in The Tower Of Babel there are the verses in Aramaic describing the creation of the Tower in Babylon. And the original texts by Bradfield are in harmony with the canonical texts. They all are deeply religious. And Anael calls us to return to the Kingdom of God  (Lindering Stratus), inspires our hearts (A Kindred Light).

The strongest, overflowed by energy but at the same time deeply touching is certainly the initial composition Come Raggio di Soleil (words by Antonio Caldara). Generally Anael's vocal and music constitute an organic unity, where no part can be separated.

Her third solo album is her masterpiece, it is definitely a step forward, and it opens the new sides of the diamond of Anael's music.

The whole album keeps the same style. Anael's singing has something in common with Enya. But Anael doesn't repeat Enya, she goes farther and deeper penetrating into feelings, into mystical world of exalted dreams. And she does it in her own way. She remains earthly, real and tangible. And such a combination of Anael's belonging here and her heavenly spirit create a special mood, a very individual music, an inexpressible melody of soul.

One has to listen this music, to be with it, to plunge into it and then to return into the ordinary but yet quite different world filled by beauty, which Anael helps us to feel.

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2292598
I don't usually review music unless I've purchased it for myself, but I was approached by the artist to review this album. I enjoyed it so much that I decided to purchase a physical CD so that I could listen to it on my CD player/radio in my bedroom.

I love all different types of music, from classical to hard rock (although, rap and improvised jazz is a no-no for me), so when I was asked if I wanted to listen to Mystical America, which is new age, I eagerly agreed.

This is a fantastic album! I love every single song on this album (of which there are twelve), which is rare for me. I struggle to find a CD nowadays where I enjoy every single song. There are four themes (Magical Creations, Sacred Symbols, Mysterious Messages and Nature's Splendor) with three songs in each theme. Each song filled me with peace and serenity. The music is ideal for those of us who want a little "me" time from the frantic rat race we call life. This is the type of music I associate with massage therapy (aromatherapy or Reiki) or meditation. I have tried other CD's in the past (with whale calls and sea washing on a beach) in an effort to calm my mind. However, I found myself either getting bored or annoyed with it and ended up turning it off. Not so with this album. Although this is just over an hour long, I could listen to it on repeat quite easily. The piano, which is played beautifully, is accompanied by a variety of instruments including flutes, harps and violins amongst others. It has an almost Celtic/Folk feel to it. The music is instrumental, with no singing, which I didn't mind at all. Sometimes I feel that voices can ruin music, rather than accompany or enhance it. Instrumental music is beautiful in it's own right.

Laura Sullivan is an accomplished and award winning artist. As I listened to her music I felt her passion. She pours her soul into each song. I am grateful to her for contacting me, and I am looking forward to listening to more of her music in the future.

In conclusion, I would highly recommend this music to everyone looking to wind down the stress levels with easy listening, soothing music. If you like listening to instrumental or new age music but haven't listened to this artist yet, I urge you to do so soon. Whether it's relaxing in the bath or sitting on the couch with a good book, this music will help sooth the soul. If you're a beautician, Yogi, massage therapist or shop owner looking to relax your customers, this is just what the doctor ordered. - Lynn Worton
1209079
I like this recording so much because it makes me feel so good each and every time I listen to it.
I consider "Prince" to be the second best of all of Miles's recordings -- simply because it is so beautiful. Hank Mobley plays a haunting sax on the ballads and Coltrane's solos on "Prince" and "Teo" are alone worth the price of the CD. Wynton Kelly's piano playing is so beautiful, and the quality of the recording is very high. The music on this CD is simply beautiful, and played to perfection. Tracks 1,2,4, and 6 are gorgeous ballads, richly textured, each musician contributing just the right note to produce a feeling of beauty.  Every time I listen to this recording I get tears in my eyes -- tears of joy. To me, this is one of the finest recordings in any genre, and one I always take with me when travelling.
1103012
Lovely music, beautifully performed, brilliantly mastered
4239391
It is some of the most beautiful music I have ever heard.
2420271
The music on this CD is wonderful. The sound defies categorization. It allows me to meditate, zone, relax and still find a sensual and engaging rhythm among all of the tunes. Also, Lis Addison's voice is a wonderful attraction in this new age music tapestry.
4648984
Beautiful. So poetical. Each sing is so different. Each has its own sound is own story. Is using a beautiful album well worth listening to over and over. Love it!!!!
3425392
Great music to fill a room with soft, melodic beauty.  Turn it on and leave the nonsense behind.  Every track sparkles with clean, clear audio glory that seductively caresses yours ears and emotions.  Did I say that I love this EP?  Of course I did, but I was compelled to say it again.  Forgive me for being caught up in the rapture of its musical bliss.  Listen and you will be too.
2374861
This music is so astonishingly beautiful it should be reserved for rare moments.  Sometimes, I find it too emotional and as other reviewers have suggested, it combines genius musicianship with sublime improvisation.  Indian music like this seems to put great emphasis on the pure beauty of single notes, bent and polished into moments of magic. My record of 2005 by miles, a treasure generously given to the world.
849512
This album is sensual and amazing. Alina and Galimatias found a great sound, and they stick to it. Put this album on repeat and chill with someone you love.
1752076
This album is a book of exciting stories which draw your attention from the first chords and you will want to listen to this beautiful music deeper and further. Koris piano compositions are very diverse, but all of them are heartfelt and filled with pure and natural emotions.

Exact naturalness is a very important feature of the album Fire in the Rainstorm. Kori intends to bring the listeners into her innermost feelings and deepest emotional experiences. Her music flows like an unrestrained mountain stream. It is always unexpected and wild. And this music is captivating because it is born from the depths of the artists heart.

Kori Linae Carothers is a perfect pianist. Her compositions are filled with divine harmonies and elegant passages. It is refined food for true musical gourmets. The album Fire in the Rainstorm is a piece of art of the highest quality and it is very inspiring. I can only add here that it is not surprising because this release was produced by famous Will Ackerman, Tom Eaton and Kori Linae Carothers and mixed and mastered by Tom Eaton at Will Ackermans Imaginary Road Studious.

All of Koris compositions are brilliantly composed and masterfully performed, and the listeners can easily to empathize with her expressive music. You have just to open your heart and feel all the beauty of the endless inner world of the artist. The piano music of Kori Linae Carothers will heal your soul and release it from accumulated severe experiences.

There is much love in the music of Kori Linae Carothers. The album Fire in the Rainstorm is a voice of a dear and close friend's heart, which was waiting for you
1842737
One of the most fresh (compared to all the radio play garbage) and soulful albums I have heard in a long time!  Soul mixed with trip hop and a splash of downtempo equals something very special and exquisite, it's deliciousness for the ears, I cannot stop playing this!
4481769
THis album is exactly what the tag line states: "Sensual Music for Spiritual Lovers". I cannot count how many times I have purchased this album because I play it so much that I want multiple copies!
This is music to meditate by or to set up a romantic and seductive evening by. The vocals are nothing short of mesmerizing and the lyrics tell the tales of goddesses. The invocations can be used for meditations and goddess rituals, while songs like "Beneathe the Veil" and "Veil of Inanna" are to play in the background of romantic interludes. The drum beats are too slow to bellydance to, so if you are looking for a bellydancing album, check out their other album, "Dancers of Twilight", which has a much stronger beat. This is more an album to listen to by the fireplace or candle light.
935092
This is the most beautiful music I have heard recently. The richness of sound of the Viola da Gamba is unique and the music complex. A masterful performance. I highly recommend it.
4799651
I was introduced to Anouar Brahem's sound when I was doing research on the oud (I'm a writer).  I was hooked after hearing the first few sound bites of this album, and I've been listening to it every day for months.  In fact, I've bought all his CDs, and I am in love with the exotic, mystical quality of the music.  I've never heard anything like it, and love it more every time I hear it.  This album is my favorite of his CDs, the quiet blend almost like poetry. This is not 'new age', but ageless; timeless.  An ethereal, unique, earthy jazz.  Love it!
2465483
This remarkable CD is, in my opinion, the most remarkable debut album I have ever heard.  I fell in love with the song Linger as soon as I heard it, so I naturally went right out and bought the album.  I was impressed then and I'm still impressed.  This music is so distinctive and achingly beautiful that it remains as fresh and enjoyable now, all these years later, as it did then.  It is ironic that an album with such a long name features songs with short titles, but the overall disc really takes precedence over the individual songs.  I actually have trouble remembering the title for each song, but this is primarily because this album is almost organic in its completeness, simply teeming with life and substance.  I just don't put this CD in the drive and listen to a song here or there; I have to experience the whole thing every time I play it.  I'm not sure how this distinctive type of music should be classified; I don't know if its primary influence is Welsh or Celtic or something else.  All I know is that Dolores O'Riordan has the most distinctive voice I have ever heard, and her vocals make each song hauntingly beautiful and absolutely amazing.  This album creates a surreal atmosphere inside your mind and really and truly hypnotizes you with its power.  I love every single song on here; Linger is of course my favorite, while I Still Do and Dreams stand out slightly from the crowd, but the quality of this music is spread lavishly from start to finish.  This is as polished and unbelievably complete an album as a group or artist can hope to deliver.  Even the Cranberries, as much as I love their music, have never quite been able to recapture the magic of this first album.
I will end my lavish praise of this CD by pointing out the great utility of its music.  This album is perfect for just about any occasion or any mood.  If you are feeling good, this music reinforces and increases your happiness; if you are feeling sad and lonely, it touches your heart and helps you indulge your blue mood in a way that refreshes you; if you are angry, it calms you down with its hypnotizing calmness.  Many are the nights I have played this album to help me calm down and go to sleep.  Few albums can boast this sort of utility; this is music that fits every mood and never fails to move me in some way.  If I live to be 100, I will still be turning the old hearing aid up and listening to this album on a regular basis.