Stranded (CANADA)
Napísané: 18 Jan 2025, 18:01
Stranded - New Dawn (2019)
Year : 2019
Style : Melodic Hard Rock , AOR
Country : Canada
Audio : 320 kbps + front
Size : 110 mb
Bio:
Perhaps you've never heard of the obscure Canadian band Stranded, or its principal visionary, multi-instrumentalist and song writer Lewis Nitikman. Neither have I. As usual, information and history is sketchy. Nitikman, also from Canada, was in another obscure Canuck band called Stonebolt. Additionaly, press material implies that Stranded has recorded previous albums. I can neither confirm or deny that Senator. Nevertheless, Nitikman and Stranded return with a new album, appropriately titled, New Dawn, featuring vocalist Troy Reid (from another mysterious band, Agent).Musically, Nitikman plays essential AOR melodic rock with a strong West Coast vibe. The signature, and distinctive compoment, to his songwriting is his piano lines which form the basis for compositional melody. His piano style is light, fluid, and spry, giving most every song a breezy and warm feeling, ergo the West Coast groove. At times, I found Nitikman's piano work both compelling and meesmerizing, giving me a relaxed feeling that reminds of a warm sunset and a cool glass of Pinot Grigio. After this, the guitar lines are also more mellow, with the acoustic guitar flair attributing once more to the warmth and sweetness of each tune. For his part, Troy Reid sings melodic and smooth with a soulful timbre to his voice. There's no strain nor lack of control to his vocal style. His voice easily tunes to and carries the melody of a song.
Album:
After many years on hiatus, Canadian AORsters STRANDED are back with a new album titled “New Dawn”, still with frontman Troy Reid and multi-instrumentalist / songwriter Lewis Nitikman at the helm. Some of you will remember their first album from 1999, a delicious slice of melodic tunes, and I’m pleased to say they continue in this vein with “New Dawn”.All these cats are seasoned musicians, Nitikman was part of cult melodic rockers Stonebolt, Reid’s well known set of pipes graced albums by Canadian favourites ‘Agent’ and ‘Diamond In the Rough’, and both are joined here by ex-Stonebolt member guitarist Ray Roper.Reid vocals are a perfect fit for Stranded’s delicate AOR sound in the classic Canadian pristine style, a passionate and melodic singer which is an essential part for any decent AOR album.Although the recordings are new, the songs were written over a number of years and as Lewis himself commented “These songs were written during a particularly tumultuous time in my life and I’m very pleased that they are getting this opportunity to be heard”.The lead song ‘Not Enough Sorry’ is a superb piece of traditional AOR, from the classy vocals to the exquisite musicianship. Fellow fans of lush keys and piano arrangements will love this song. It reminded me a lot of Soleil Moon, both vocally and in the chorus.Different style entirely on ‘More Than Words Can Say’, which has a late night, bluesy West Coast feel to it. Again the production and arrangements are spot on.‘Take Good Care Of Me’ would appeal to ’80s Michael Bolton fans as Reid’s vocal is like Bolton at his peak. Add in some stylish keyboards and you have another winning combination.The sunshine almost pours out of ‘I’ll Be The One’, helped by acoustic guitar and a soothing rhythmic beat.Co-produced by Nitikman, the end tweaks and the mixing was carried out by award winning Bill Buckingham and it must be said that he has done a great job. “New Dawn” contains 11 very well crafted AOR tunes ideal for FM radio airplay thirty-five years ago, when melody ruled the airwaves.
Top quality music from start to finish, smooth classy AOR with West Coast touches.
Line Up:
Troy Reid - Lead Vocals (Agent)
Lewis Nitikman - All Instruments (ex-Stonebolt)
Ray Roper - Guitars, Backing Vocals (ex-Stonebolt)
Bill Buckingham - Additional Guitars
Production:
Produced by Lewis Nitikman
Mixed by Bill Buckingham
Mastered by Alan Douches
Tracklist:
01. Not Enough Sorry
02. I’ll Be The One
03. Get Over This
04. Arrow
05. More Than Words Can Say
06. Take Good Care Of Me
07. Power Of Love
08. Cindy
09. One Piece Of Heaven
10. Give Me Love
11. I Believe In This Love
Download links for all albums only on our blog here: http://goodmetalandhar.do.am/
Year : 2019
Style : Melodic Hard Rock , AOR
Country : Canada
Audio : 320 kbps + front
Size : 110 mb
Bio:
Perhaps you've never heard of the obscure Canadian band Stranded, or its principal visionary, multi-instrumentalist and song writer Lewis Nitikman. Neither have I. As usual, information and history is sketchy. Nitikman, also from Canada, was in another obscure Canuck band called Stonebolt. Additionaly, press material implies that Stranded has recorded previous albums. I can neither confirm or deny that Senator. Nevertheless, Nitikman and Stranded return with a new album, appropriately titled, New Dawn, featuring vocalist Troy Reid (from another mysterious band, Agent).Musically, Nitikman plays essential AOR melodic rock with a strong West Coast vibe. The signature, and distinctive compoment, to his songwriting is his piano lines which form the basis for compositional melody. His piano style is light, fluid, and spry, giving most every song a breezy and warm feeling, ergo the West Coast groove. At times, I found Nitikman's piano work both compelling and meesmerizing, giving me a relaxed feeling that reminds of a warm sunset and a cool glass of Pinot Grigio. After this, the guitar lines are also more mellow, with the acoustic guitar flair attributing once more to the warmth and sweetness of each tune. For his part, Troy Reid sings melodic and smooth with a soulful timbre to his voice. There's no strain nor lack of control to his vocal style. His voice easily tunes to and carries the melody of a song.
Album:
After many years on hiatus, Canadian AORsters STRANDED are back with a new album titled “New Dawn”, still with frontman Troy Reid and multi-instrumentalist / songwriter Lewis Nitikman at the helm. Some of you will remember their first album from 1999, a delicious slice of melodic tunes, and I’m pleased to say they continue in this vein with “New Dawn”.All these cats are seasoned musicians, Nitikman was part of cult melodic rockers Stonebolt, Reid’s well known set of pipes graced albums by Canadian favourites ‘Agent’ and ‘Diamond In the Rough’, and both are joined here by ex-Stonebolt member guitarist Ray Roper.Reid vocals are a perfect fit for Stranded’s delicate AOR sound in the classic Canadian pristine style, a passionate and melodic singer which is an essential part for any decent AOR album.Although the recordings are new, the songs were written over a number of years and as Lewis himself commented “These songs were written during a particularly tumultuous time in my life and I’m very pleased that they are getting this opportunity to be heard”.The lead song ‘Not Enough Sorry’ is a superb piece of traditional AOR, from the classy vocals to the exquisite musicianship. Fellow fans of lush keys and piano arrangements will love this song. It reminded me a lot of Soleil Moon, both vocally and in the chorus.Different style entirely on ‘More Than Words Can Say’, which has a late night, bluesy West Coast feel to it. Again the production and arrangements are spot on.‘Take Good Care Of Me’ would appeal to ’80s Michael Bolton fans as Reid’s vocal is like Bolton at his peak. Add in some stylish keyboards and you have another winning combination.The sunshine almost pours out of ‘I’ll Be The One’, helped by acoustic guitar and a soothing rhythmic beat.Co-produced by Nitikman, the end tweaks and the mixing was carried out by award winning Bill Buckingham and it must be said that he has done a great job. “New Dawn” contains 11 very well crafted AOR tunes ideal for FM radio airplay thirty-five years ago, when melody ruled the airwaves.
Top quality music from start to finish, smooth classy AOR with West Coast touches.
Line Up:
Troy Reid - Lead Vocals (Agent)
Lewis Nitikman - All Instruments (ex-Stonebolt)
Ray Roper - Guitars, Backing Vocals (ex-Stonebolt)
Bill Buckingham - Additional Guitars
Production:
Produced by Lewis Nitikman
Mixed by Bill Buckingham
Mastered by Alan Douches
Tracklist:
01. Not Enough Sorry
02. I’ll Be The One
03. Get Over This
04. Arrow
05. More Than Words Can Say
06. Take Good Care Of Me
07. Power Of Love
08. Cindy
09. One Piece Of Heaven
10. Give Me Love
11. I Believe In This Love
Download links for all albums only on our blog here: http://goodmetalandhar.do.am/