"Amazing Hang"
F. R. Thomas | 05/26/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I agree with DanaeJade's review of this CD. The first song, "Mi Corazon," is a real tour de force and remarkable for its depth. With every playing you hear different things going on. Randy's voice on "Mi Corazon" reminded me right away of Milton Nascimento, but with the hang, digiridoo flute, and Granger's artistry, the song is also quite innovative. "Lavender Lover Lullaby" is another great song--simple words but deep structure and emotion. Listen to the way Granger gets out of this song (the ending) as well as the way he gets into it. There are many moods and emotions on this CD by an accomplished musician. Great album."
A Wild And Wonderful Trip
DanaeJade | 05/06/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Ever listen to music that just swept you away to another world? Well, that's exactly what Randy Granger's new cd, The Roswell Incident does. With it's haunting blend of Native American flute, vocals, digeridoo, and an unusual instrument call a hang (pronounced hung) drum, Randy weaves a musical landscape that is both peaceful and exhilerating.
Before I continue with this review, I would like to explain a little about the hang drum. It has a sound that is similar to a calypso steel drum, but at the same time, produces unique tones of it's own. It looks like two woks stuck together. Or, as my friend's stepson put it, a ufo. (And the joke is not lost on Randy. Which is obvious both from the album title and the little green alien topper that sits on his drum.
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Among the many wonderful tracks, my favorites are: Mi Corazon, Lavender Lover Lullabye (both which display Randy's amazing vocal talents.), Spiral In Beauty, Solstice (For Ancho), Full Moon Insomnia, and Dancing At The Totem; a fun song that combines chanting, flute and hang drum, with spoken word by poet Wayne Crawford.
The music itself invokes a spiritual and sensual atmosphere that soothes the soul and invigorates the spirit. It is the perfect background for massage, meditation, and even dancing. This is one ufo you definitely want to hitch a ride on.
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Track Listings (10) - Disc #1