I first heard tracks from this wonderful CD on MySpace and put in an order for it soon after.
*Paradise Swamp* is one of the most listener-friendly Fusion records I have heard in ages. Whereas a lot of musicians of this genre often become self-indulgent, favouring pyro-technics above taste, Cathererine has managed to blend all musical ingredients just right and came up with a superb album. Catherine's melodic compositions and interesting arrangements are the perfect vehicle for her fluid and soulful guitar style that aims straight at the heart with every note. As if her prowess on the guitar isn't enough, Catherine is also an accomplished keyboardist. The energetic support of her husband Kevin on drums, along with three different bass players on various tracks make *Paradise Swamp* a musical treat that will surely please the most discerning listener.
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It is a moist Sunday night here at my home in Virginia Beach but I’m not there at the moment, I’m in “Paradise Swamp.”

What useful can I write about Catherine Delgadillo’s “Paradise Swamp” that might interest prospective CD purchasers? She’s such a multi-faceted and eclectic artist…

Okay, I think I’ve got it now…

“Paradise Swamp” is an aural treat, earthy and sensual melodies performed with a spiritual sense of tone and rhythm. As it is with musicians of her caliber, she is an artist; her songs are paintings in which every brushstroke is meaningful. A multi-instrumentalist, her music displays an awareness of each note and each nuance of that note, when to speak and when to remain silent … every musical syllable uttered is spoken with a purpose, like a conversation between friends that listen to each other rather than merely waiting for their chance to speak.

Stylistically speaking, I hesitate to pigeonhole the work with arbitrary labels but I also do not want to throw so many superlative adjectives about that they become meaningless. The music is, above all, lush with an uncommon depth of composition. Catherine’s tones tend to lean in the direction of jazz fusion with undeniable progressive echoes … at various times I found myself thinking of Alan Holdsworth, Carlos Santana, Steve Howe, David Gilmour, Al DiMeola … the list could easily continue but that would be pointless, it’s all Catherine.

I’m hard-pressed to point out any particular moments as being personal favorites; every song carries the seeds of transcendence. I am at this very second immersed in the absolutely gorgeous “Through the Window” and transported by it’s instrumental lyricism but will again find myself in moments to be a thousand miles away to “Another Level” with it’s own dramatic expression … each song is a world entire and Catherine will be your guide if you let her take you on this amazing journey.
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I run EER-MUSIC.com and JazzRock-Radio.com, hung with folks like Scott McGill, Chris Poland & the late Shawn Lane and pride myself on finding great fusion axe music but this fine release TOTALLY slipped by me. I am reall glad to have discovered this fusion rock queen. If you like a more melodic and soulful DevaDip Santanesque-heart to your fusion that sings then grab this NOW! Good job, Catherine! Bravo! Tight, masterful and engaging composition and chops throughout. My hats off to ya! Great musicianship by the WHOLE band.
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Recieved CD,s on time and in good condition.
This is indeed a great CD ,just love it.
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