One of the finest independent releases in recent years!
author: Steve Pappas
After listening to Jim Meese's debut recording Listen I am convinced that it has to be one of the finest independent releases in recent years. From the well-crafted songs,meticulous production... etc.it is a recording that stands head and shoulders above the rest. In addition, Jim has brought together some of the finest musicians in the business. There performances on this recording are nothing short of amazing! Do yourself a favor get yourself a copy of Listen you'll be glad that you did!
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Nine tracks with really cool vibes, nine very diverse attitudes.
author: Cornel Bogdan
Jim Meese is an extremely talented producer, who has worked with a number of decent artists and bands--using his skills to mold their songs into something beautiful. Meese didn't mind the role of "second fiddle" on all of those previous works, but finally has released a collection of HIS own music.
Jim Meese (the producer), now adds writer/singer/musician to his credits. Get ready for the welcome sounds of "Listen"--Meese's first solo effort.
Nine tracks with really cool vibes, nine very diverse attitudes--"Listen" has a little something for everyone.
You want it heavy? Check out the punchy groove on "Mother Why?".
Acoustic piano reigns supreme on the Elton John-sounding ballad "Grey In Green". Sort of like Meese's own "Someone Saved My Life Tonight" (which ain't bad company!)
"Poem" is a track that Sade would love to wrap her vocal chords around.
"Stone Unturned" takes you back to the Allman Brothers Band of the early 80's.
Listener-friendly vocals pack the cd from beginning to end.
Progressive Rock meets Jazz. Jam tunes meet ballads. Poppy hooks meet Steely Dan.
Sassy saxophone, hypnotic organ riffs, subtle guitar licks, gentle piano playing...Young Jimmy learned alot from sitting behind the console all those years.
Give "Listen" a listen.
It's fine music to ease your mind and free your spirit.
In this troubled day and age, that's ALWAYS a good thing.
-Cornel Bogdan, WNCD 93.3FM WNCD - Clear Channel Radio Youngstown, "Tangled Up In Blues"
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