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Styles that range from rock, pop, jazz, classical-(and beyond) of which after put into the "band blender", come out as an original and unique combination of heartfelt progressive rock and is sure to captivate the ear upon a careful listen.
Genre:
Rock: Progressive Rock
Release Date:
2006
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Josh Charles and Carealot Productions is proud to announce the release of J.C. Bosco: BEING IN THE ENERGY FUNNEL--(12/06). There was a lot of work and care put into this CD - (similar to A POSITIVE FLOW-{Second Edition}, the last release) but with a few significant differences: the addition of a few new band members who've also contributed some of their song ideas into the mix as well as some guest horn players and a percussionist. So the sound of J.C. Bosco as a "band" shines through on most of the tracks - and with a vengeance that's displayed on cuts like "In Some Laughs/Energy", "Take Flight", "Passing the Time" and "Mofungo" among others.
With Being in the Energy Funnel, Josh Charles is also much closer by way of finding his own voice as an artist - incorporating compositions with varied styles, yet which the end result is a clear blend of original/unique "prog" which is evident upon a careful listen. Plus one of the great things about BITEF is that it sounds just as much "today" as it does from another period on many of the tracks, making this CD of interest to a broad range of listeners. Most of the melodies and "hooks" are quite strong as well-- something that JC has been known for with his compositions. So far, folks like Jeff West--(the head of NYC's top notch rehearsal studio, Ultra Sound) has called this CD "amazing in terms of its new sounds and is an improvement over the last one"-(though Jeff still likes APF-:). For a project like J.C. Bosco, its been a bit "the small miracle" that even without the aid of "the Majors" and being on a low budget, album creations like Being in the Energy Funnel and A Positive Flow have been realized. In fact, we're hoping you (the listener) feel as we at the J.C. Bosco camp do: that BITEF gives a few Major label releases a run for their money nonetheless!...Take that careful and due listen... we feel there's a few sounds that are sure to captivate and if you're a fan of true progressive rock in general, you'll find this CD an even more special experience with a few surprises to boot. And yet because of the strength of BITEF as well as the fact that many may find it hard to label in its entirety, it may just be one of those rare CD's that could be timeless. This is a work that's not to be overlooked. (Oh, and the use of headphones is recommended!..)
The J.C. Bosco special band dream continues on...
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Being In The Energy Funnel
author: Vincent Giovannantonio
This album is a Masterpiece! Such diversity! Every song leaves you on the edge of your seat!
Jigsaw Lady and Passing The Time are my favorites!
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Being in the Energy Funnel
author: Wendy G.
Retro, playful and personal this album lets you unwind on cushions of sound. This album is full of cool sound effects and great instrumental interludes. My favorite tracks are "Passing the Time" and "For Cecile."
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The Bosco's Standards Remain Unshaken
author: Drummer Bear (Mike Fass)
This album is one of those rare pleasures for which one waits a great deal of time, so much so that one hopes not to be disappointed. "Being in the Energy Funnel" is well worth the wait.
Back in 2003 we were treated to an early single release from this newly finished and released collection of deliciously groovy compositions. That single was "They Danced" and I knew it was a sign of more good things to come. Finally, here it is and, after so much anticipation, it's almost impossible not to pit it critically against the Bosco's last masterpiece, "A Positive Flow", a record that I and others have hailed as one of the greatest pop albums ever made ("Child of the Sun" still raises the hair all over my body and not every performer can do that to me). That's one heck of a standard to live up to with any kind of follow up but, upon hearing this entire new offering, my hat's already in the air. How does it differ? Well, let's see.
I recall that the ONLY fault I could find with "A Positive Flow" was the use of synthetic drums (only because I prefer them live). A petty concern at that but it was all I had. On "Energy Funnel", the addition of live drums and new instruments and textures gives this album a decidedly earthier feel, although an unmistakably JC Bosco outing nonetheless, with all the playfully trippy quirks that have been a staple of their sound since the 1980s when we knew them as JF Bosco.
It is, in fact, a perfect companion piece to its predecessor and, dare I say it, even exceeds it in terms of production and presentation. Not only that but the songs are just damned fun! The vocal harmonies are as sumptuous and beautiful as we've come to expect and the musicianship is, as always, top notch.
Is it coming across yet that I love this album?
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Great Songwriting!
author: Claire
Call it "new" or call it "retro"-(or inbetween)- the main thing is that Being in the Energy Funnel is great songwriting with alot of passion behind it!
Very recommended!*****
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