Freeman Is Da Man!
author: Ursus
Freddy Freeman takes you on a musical excursion to the depths of his soul, using poignant lyrics, captivating vocals and slick instrumental arrangements as the vehicle. Every track on the CD invites you to experience what it means to be Freddy Freeman, "perfect in his imperfection". From the anthemic "Freeman", an eponymous paean to self-acceptance, to the emotionally charged ballads "If You Don't Love Me" and "Strip Me Naked", "Letting Him Go", among others, Freeman paints a vivid portrait of himself, his life and his loves for you to reflect upon, all the while providing solid entertainment that never fails to engage the listener viscerally, time after time. His range of vocal expression is impressive, his songwriting superb, and his willingness to let you into his world make this CD an exceptional value. It's too difficult for me to pick a favorite track, since they are all so very good. However, I would say that the bonus track, which is a collection of outtakes from his recording sessions, is absolutely hilarious and at the same time hints at just how much work goes in to making a polished CD such as this one. The tracks on this CD will touch your soul, lift your spirits, and make you very glad you bought it.
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Freddy Fereeman's voice shines on this beautiful and original CD
author: Kendall
Freddy Freeman has a writing style that transcends genres.On BREAK THE SILENCE he speaks to the everyman and delivers an emotional and heartfelt wisdom that only someone who cares as deeply about his craft can. His voice is smooth and soulful and floats above folk and rock influenced chord structures. In Echo ,an incredibly catchy sing-along, Freddy sings I'm searching for signs of life in the emptiness waiting for an echo. Of course when he sings this he himself is echoing the music he has been inspired by ,like Joni Mitchell , who's song A Case Of You he covers brilliantly on the CD. On Steam he creates a metaphor for the culmination of a deep and natural love. I always feel as though I've been crying for hours when I hear this. One of my favorite songs is Free Man where he sings about finding his identity ,overcoming shame,and accepting his flaws and contradictions. The Virgo mix of the song has Freddy's mellifluous and emotional voice contrasted by electronic blips and scarce percussion which works beautifully.Break The Silence is a warm and emotional journey of finding and accepting one's self through the heart of a very gifted and mature songwriter. A must have.
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gorgeous voice, powerful songs
author: Kevin Hannan
There is no weak cut on this album, every song stands out. On Break the Silence, Freddy has mastered the art of being plaintive but never self-pitying, erotic but not over the top, fun without being frivolous. And that's just the songwriting. The VOICE here will grab you. Sweet as honey, with such a range of expression and intimacy- you feel he is somehow sitting across from you, strummin that guitar and looking straight at you. Tip - listen to the disc start to finish, without skipping...while each song is a story, the disc is as well and you won't want to miss out.
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An album and an artist that keeps breaking the rules
author: Jon Gilbert Leavitt/JGLSongs
Freddy Freeman keeps breaking the rules, and with 'Break the Silence,' his ability to deliver innovative songs and performances - wonderfully crafted with lyrics that break the rules coupled with music that is clearly from the heart, is a rarity. Socially and politically, Freeman touches on thematics that need to be heard, albeit difficult, and his voice (could he have been the unknown love child of James Taylor and Norah Jones?) brings it all home. 'Break the Silence' starts with power and intensity and keeps going - it won't drag the listener on to the battlefield, but will create change with a quiet revolution.
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