Album Notes

From breezy Latin rhythms to intense soulful balladry, the AquaVenus CD is full of originality and flair. A journey inspired by life and its universal spiritual nature. AquaVenus’ voice sounds like Astrid Gilberto meets Sade with emotions of brooding contemplation to determined resolve. As the guitarist, arranger and producer, Hollow Reed is the sonic architect behind it all. The music is upbeat Latin inspired rhythms mixed with alternative-rock, positive and eclectic. Song description overview: INNOCENT BLOOD is an intense Latin meringue story about a woman caught between true love and injustice. GATOR IN A MONKEY SUIT with funky horn sections and some simple advice. DANCE WITH ME is a fast Latin merengue invitation to dance! THIS PRAYER a sincere plea to help to those in need. SO IN LOVE oh my how the tables of love can turn… A LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT a humorous and searing expose on gov’t institutions. DON’T BE DOWN you’re on a sunny tropical beach so smile and don’t be down. BRING YOUR SMILES the reggae vibe kicks in to stay positive and have fun with the kids. INTIMIDATION ratchets up and rocks the house of politics as usual. IMAGINE A WORLD a Celtic ballad with visions of hope for a better world. WHO is Latin woman threatened by her lover’s wandering eye faces her competition. TOO SHY (TO SAY I LOVE YOU) a neo-Classical piano intro and epic visions of romantic love.