Search - Marcel :: You Me & The Windshield

Something else to look forward to...

DanD | 05/17/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Basicall, this album seems to me about a journey. It starts with a young boy's dreams; progresses as he travels to Nashsville; his heartbreak over the loved ones left behind; finding new love; giving that new love up; and ultimately returning home. Maybe I'm just reading too much into this CD.Okay, if you aren't into country music philosophy, try this: this is a great CD! That better? Seriously, Marcel is a new talent to be reckoned with--his voice alone soars, and his songwriting is pretty darned good.Let's take a few of the songs. "Country Rock Star," "Nothing to Lose," "Perfect Situation," "The Working Day," and even "Tennessee" show Marcel's "rapping" talent: the abilty to speak fast, quickly, and eloquently. Not that they're rap songs; no, they're country, country/pop, and even a little country/bluegrass. Marcel's sense of humor shines on this album as well, especially on "Perfect Situation;" hell, who WOULDN'T want Shania Twain to sing "You Win My Love" to them?Also take his influences, expressed on the opening track; John Cougar, Springsteen, Brooks & Dunn, The Bee Gees, Johnny Cash, etc. You hear them all (yes, all of them) on this album, somewhere, in some form. Whether it's the humorous uptempo "Country Rock Star," "Perfect Situation," "Nothin to Lose," or the down-home travelling songs "Tennessee" and "This Old Diesel," you will be taken through a world of genres and influences. Incredible stuff.Okay, what have I missed? A good CD...you know that by now, don't you? Either you've listened to it and know what I'm talking about, or you've read this review and others and trust what you hear. Marcel, although only one-named, is someone to watch. I know that gets said a lot, in situations like these...however, between "You, Me, & the Windshield" (couldn't resist), Marcel is one hell of a singer/songwriter. Buy this CD...and say you were there when..."

WOW

Mary Matheny | Athens, Georgia USA | 05/05/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Wow is all I can say! I bought this CD the day it came out after a long wait! It honestly is one of the greatest country cd's of all time! I have seen Marcel in concert 3 times already and he is SPECTACULAR! he has an amazing voice and an amazing talent for music! BUY THIS CD, you wont regret it!!!!!!"

Brilliant!

J. Conry | UK | 07/13/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"There's just one word to describe this album - BRILLIANT!Marcel's debut album contains something for everyone: heartrending and heartwarming ballads right through to rip roaring barnburners. I challenge anyone to keep their feet still when listening to 'Country Rock Star' or not to smile when you hear 'Take It'. The production style is crisp, fresh and vibrant and blends both traditional and contemporary instruments in a unique way. Better still, the album is not overproduced, so Marcel's vocals come through crisp, clear and unhindered.

Marcel has a tremendously versatile voice and can sing with genuine pathos and humour; he can rap and then can just let it go on the up-tempo numbers. On top of that he's a great songwriter. Marcel is a genuinely talented individual who richly deserves success. It's very rare for me to like every song on an album but I can truly say that each and every song is a real gem. It's hardly been out of the CD player since I bought it. If you only have $15 to spend on an album this year, don't look any further. Just go and buy 'You, Me and the Windshield'. You will not be disappointed."