SHEM: Son Of Arthur

Shem

Son Of Arthur

© 2001 Shem (634479650826)

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Completely acoustically recorded music focusing on the guitar and voice. Original, melodic songs and indentifiable lyrics incorporating rhythm section, ethnic percussion and orchestral instrumentation.

tracks

1 Feel It
2 Trapped Inside Myself
3 What She Doesn't Say
4 The Happy Song
5 Serious
6 Someone I've Never Been
7 Until She Comes Home
8 Useful Place On This Earth
9 Reality/fantasy
10 Born to Take the Fall
11 Tiffany

notes

Shem's "SON OF ARTHUR" is an all acoustic recorded CD. It is a tribute to a time when music could only be recorded in such a way. Shem began being involved in music at an early age, observing and working with his father who produced and arranged for artists such as FRANK SINATRA, FRANKIE VALLI, THE LOVIN' SPOONFUL, LAURA NYRO, KENNY RANKIN, etc.... while making a name for himself in the New York jingle industry.

Growing up in a musical family, Shem soon found himself writing and recording his own music in addition to playing bass and singing for such artists as KENNY LOGGINS, LOGGINS & MESSINA, STEVE PERRY, CHRISTOPHER CROSS, TOM JONES, AMBROSIA, MARIE OSMOND and PATTI AUSTIN. "SON OF ARTHUR" is Shem's first release since moving to Los Angeles. It showcases his high, clear vocal range and his virtuosity as a multi-instrumentalist. In addition to being a seasoned songwriter, he also took this opportunity to display his talents as an arranger for symphony orchestra which he will tell you is his first love. "I'm very excited about this CD because I was able to tap into all of my favorite music styles and influences. It has been a very fulfulling experience, creatively." Shem cordially invites listeners of all kinds of music to share this creative effort with him. So do we...

Please E-mail SHEM at: bluesquadron12@aol.com

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  • son of arther
    author: michelle goodwin

    Thank you for the autographed cd. I love it, and I can picture you singing it. You are such a great talent, and writer. So much emotion in your voice. Frank.

  • Great music from a one man genius
    author: Sara G

    Shem might work on becoming an opera singer but to me he's the next Warren Wiebe. He does indeed sound like Kenny Loggins with a touch of Christopher Cross and Sting! Maybe in the future he should do a West coast pop tribute CD as a tribute to the artists he's worked with and some of the best singer songwriters of our time. I think David Foster ought to hear this guy... if he's doing an opera CD Andrea Boccelli should join him!

  • Real Music
    author: Mark Radice

    What a wonderful discovery for me. Very few artists have this kind of depth. Just astonishing, refreshing, inspiring.

  • Serious Bad Boy
    author: BobbyG

    This CD is PACKED with excellence. I am Mr. Off-The-Scale Verbal dude, but I am outa superlative adjectives for this artist. I will be buying additional copies to give away to my closest musical friends. I been seein' Shem every time Kenny Loggins comes to town (Vegas) lately, I been goin' to see Kenny for 30 years. Shem is the best. I write a blog for the baddest cats in Vegas, Santa Fe and The Fat City Horns (Google it), and I will be reviewing Shem's CD for all of my readers, they gotta get hip to this dude. I been studyin' this CD closely ever since it came, it is simply wonderful; the writing, the arranging, the playing, the singing -- off the scale.

  • I know music! I met Shem 4 Yrs. Ago, So I know Shem (A little) This CD is amazin
    author: Dr. Greg Tyree

    It is not often that one person can expell the amount of shear talent that is exhibited on this project. The production of "Son of Arthur" is well above average. I can hear the influence of "Kenny Rankin" in Shem's vocals. Seldom do we get to hear a CD that doesn't have "Fill Tracts". This is a start to finish journey to near perfection. God has surely blessed Shem with ability that most musicians can only dream of.

  • Dug it! Really dug it!!
    author: Keith Urban

    A band member turned me on to this record. This is some great writing and playing. Looking forward to hearing more stuff. Congratulations!

  • great!
    author: Sean K

    Great CD! Top 10 on my list!

  • author: Tony

    Un album hermoso. Musica en estado puro. Gracias, Shem.

  • Flawless, insired and totally honest songmanship!! Excellent!
    author: Barbara Allibone

    This is an album of song that you can feel, just by listening to them for the first time, that come straight from the very heart of the creator of the music. The words and music blend seamlessly together in a rich tapestry of varying sentiments and styles which combine to make a trully authentic, unappologetically real, and soulfelt album. A must for any music lovers collection! Way to go, Shem!!

  • Love this music and ordering was easy
    author: Robin McIlvain

    This is wonderful music

  • great CD
    author: Judy

    This is a wonderful CD. Shem is very talented. I hate comaparing him to Kenny Loggins, but he has the same mellow voice. Shem has a way of bringing his beautiful melodies to fit his powerful words.

  • Awesome CD--a great find....
    author: Stora Montgomery Kamens

    Shem is terrific, simply wonderful to listen to.... Very impressive, both musically and vocally. A must have.

  • GREAT VOICE AND TALENT
    author: DENNIS KELSEY

    FOLLOWED SHEM FOR A WHILE WITH KENNY LOGGINS BAND. THE AMOUNT OF TALENT AND THE CLEARNESS OF THE VOICE ARE AMAZING.I'M NOT SURE BUT I THINK HE CAN PLAY ANYTHING WITH STINGS. THE SONGS WERE VERY DIFFERENT, AND SHOWED THE AMOUNT OF TALENT SHEM HAS. I LOOK FOWARD TO SEEING YOU WITH THE GREAT SMILE, AS WE FOLLOW KENNY AND PERHAPS SOME DAY AT YOUR CONSERT'S.

  • I can't get enough. The music puts me in many moods. Love the talent. Shem i
    author: danielle

    The talent that Shem possesses is a gift which he shares with all. I've played the CD over and over again and find it moving. I can't get enough.

  • Beautiful
    author: Terri

    Beautiful voice! Found Shem at a Kenny Loggins concert in 2002 at Foxwoods in CT....been enjoying him ever since! Looking forward to more....

  • Best Vocals and Best Music......Two awards that are due here!
    author: Bella Meese

    This is the cd that we play at our house for ourselves and always for guests. It is a beautiful piece of work. The music is fantastic and Shem's voice is among the best out there today. This one should be a part of every music lovers library. To Shem: Hurry with the next CD !

  • great talent
    author: sue maccio

    Ambrosia played at the Lyric in Stuart FL, what a great show. 1st time I ever heard of Shem, boy can he sing. Listened to Shem's cd what a wonderful musician!

  • Great songs and production.
    author: Mike Santiago

    Shem's "Son of Arthur" is a great example of a great artist in an arena that best suits him. He showscases his mastery over songwriting and then puts his brilliant vocals on top of it. As an instrumentalist he displays his skills on guitar, bass, drums and piano. The sound of the recording also shows his excellence behind the recording console. To have never heard of Shem before, I am now going to be very interested in his upcoming projects and CDs. I highly recommend it!

  • Very soothing, relaxing and tasteful!!
    author: Deerfield Beach friend

    Wonderful piece of work with alot of taste!! I applaud Shem on his great talents musically and lyrically. I highly recommend this cd to anyone because of his great talents and not to mention he is a Hottie!!

  • Great songs, but is he trying to be Loggins?
    author: Michelle Tierney

    A friend of mine had the CD playing at a dinner party the other night; I thought it was Kenny Loggins. The music is soothing, the instrumentation really nice, but Shem's voice seems to be caught up in mirroring Loggins' voice, and it was somewhat distracting. The songs are thoughtful and beautiful--and Shem can definitely sing--but with whose voice?

  • author: Bob & Amy.......Two Rivers, Wisconsin

    For anyone who is thinking about purchasing this CD......DO IT! You won't be sorry. There isn't a song on the CD that we don't like! This CD never leaves our player! We are patiently waiting for SHEM to realease another one!

  • Great Solo Artist
    author: Scott Covingdale

    I've been an Ambrosia fan for decades and have enjoyed Shem's contribution to the band, however I always saw him in David Pack's shadow. Now upon hearing Son Of Arthur, Shem has shown me that he is a true solo artist in his own right. It's much better than anything David ever released on his own. Great work Shem and I look forward to the next CD.

  • Shem... we love it!
    author: Happy Camper In S.f.

    Oh my God!!! Shems Voice is HOT,HOT,HOT!!! Move over Sting and Kenny Logins, there's anew kid in town. Why isn't this man famous? Me and my friends ALL LOVE him up here in S.F. Keep writing Shem... We love it!!!!!

  • Beautiful Melodies and Vocals. Warning: You will get Addicted to this CD
    author: Dave Horn

    Met Shem in 1990 and have been listening to his awesome style with Amrosia ever since. Now, with the release of his solo CD his true colors shine out loud. I got a promo copy of this album a year ago and listened to it everyday for 3 weeks. Great voice, great melodies, great CD!

  • Sheer talent. The complete artist.
    author: Stewart Pollard

    I've been waiting for this talented musician to showcase his own material for over 10 years now. I find now that it was well worth the wait. Son Of Arthur is not only a must have CD. It is a display of an artist truely in touch with all aspects of musical art. Not only did Shem put out a recording that showcases his songwriting and wonderful voice but he also produced, arranged, orchestrated and engineered the entire process. Show me a talent out there that has this kind of command over his art. Show me someone else that can do all this and do it as well. Shem needs to be congratulated for this outstanding achievement. I am beyond impressed.

  • Incredibly lucky to have found this
    author: David J.

    I close my eyes and hear Kenny Loggins, early Kenny Rankin, and several other of my favorite artists -- yet the entire CD is uniquely new, fresh and original. Wonderful guitar; special voice. In a word, terrific.

  • Wonderful voice,
    author: Bengt Isaksson

    This is a perfect production, Shem's wonderful voice in perfect balance with his guitar and the other intruments. Thanks for a very good CD production. Bengt Webmaster www.westcoast-music.f2s.com

  • A Victorious Departure & Beautifully Textured Recording.
    author: Scott Gross

    In these days of over produced, programmed & packaged music, one can be hard pressed to find any true artists in the marketplace. With this debut album, Shem has stepped forward to create a personal, beautifully produced statment that the art form of acoustic recording can still be acheived with tremendous results. The detailed CD booklet gives you the background and goals of the project & the rest just flows forth from the speakers. With the acoustic guitar as the foundation, Shem has crafted a richly textured multi level marvel of yesterdays recording tecniques into a collection that stands head and shoulders above any of todays 'six chord songwriting geniuses.' Shem also shines as he plays nearly every instrument on the album and conducts the orchestral pieces. His introspective lyrics and complex arrangments make the collection something to infinitely enjoy and rediscover.

  • A must in your record collection
    author: Kenneth Bremer

    Shem has made an album that you will listen to forever, it will last a lifetime. Thanks for making music that touch and don´t go the commercial way

  • One of the brightest new artists of the millenium.
    author: Gary Owen

    This CD is one of THE best examples of acoustic contemporary music. The production is outstanding, the material is beyond the normal pop shallowness, and the artist is short of genius. This first CD from SHEM is a must have!

  • It's about time!!
    author: Walter Pecot

    This is an artist who shows that he is true to his vision and not affected by the masses. A true objectivist. With this much talent to show to the world, it is no wonder that he has put forth such an amazing CD. Songwriting, singing, playing, orchestration all top notch. Track 10 is a Masterwork.

  • Unbelievable!
    author: Sharon Lyons

    Saw Shem at Bodles Opera House in Chester, NY and what a pleasant surprise. I haven't stopped playing the CD since I bought it at the show. The best $15 I've spent in a long time. Can't wait for the next one.

  • does his dad & mom proud
    author: arthur

    i'm glad these songs are being heard. there are more and i've heard them all, one's better than the other and i know more are coming.

  • westbury music fair--christopher cross
    author: donna haas

    shem's voice is soooo amazing and his musical artistry is awesome...not to mention...he's adorable:-)!! i got the chance to view his talents at the concert last night with christopher cross--which was fantastic!! i was pleasantly surprised to find a new artist to become interested in!! shem is fabulous...what a voice!!..and terrific guitar talent. i'm so excited to begin to listen to and enjoy his work!! a new fan:-) sincerely, donna haas commack, ny

  • The Best
    author: Nina*

    This CD was awesome. I'm not a very big acoustic fan but the singing and playing was the best i've ever heard. Shem really makes the music some alive. And I have to say the first song is my favorite but the whole thing is great.

  • What a Voice!
    author: Frank C

    Excellent voice. I didn't know Shem had such a vocal range until I sat and listened to this CD. The backing instrumentals are fantastic. VERY relaxing music.

  • A top 10 in my book
    author: Sue Ellen

    This is the most different CD I've ever listened to. The compositions are totally unique as he's taken his influences of voice and style to a new level. Anyone looking for something that's a genre all its own should pick up this one.

  • Excellent CD. To describe Shem's music I think of precision, range, emotion and
    author: Jennifer R.

    These expressive, beautiful songs are such a refreshing change from the typical harsh rock or lack-luster fare we've been inundated with recently on certain FM stations. I commend Shem for writing such honest and bittersweet lyrics (all are easy to identify with). There are two songs I would consider excellent modern folk songs which have great, thought provoking messages. The artist's songs speak to me and are moving, both lyrically and musically. I really enjoy the violin (and other string) arrangements; they add an elegent and passionate layer to the existing accoustic sound. I would highly recommend this CD to anyone. The various styles presented can be appreciated by all music lovers.

  • Shem's Son Of Arthur is simply one of the best CDs I've heard in a long, long ti
    author: Robin

    With a variety of styles and Shem's surprisingly versatile vocals, Son of Arthur is brillant - soul searching, heart wrenching, forehead wrinkling funkiness.

  • Shem's voice is awesome and so is each and every cut on the CD!
    author: Sumati

    Shem shines through on this CD. Each cut is a treasure. The vocals and instrumentation are brilliant, and I do not tire of this collection, no matter how often I play it. The recording quality is crystal clear so you hear every beautiful nuance. His music captures the deepest levels of emotion. A gem!

  • Can't stop playing it!
    author: Heather

    This CD has not been out of my stereo since I bought it. It is clearly a complete work both musically and lyrically. I can so relate to the emotional vulnerablility he expresses. A true joy to listen to.

  • Shem rocks my world!
    author: Frankie

    Shem... His music tugs at my heart strings. I am in love with his beutifull and sexy voice. Frankie M.

  • Shem, Son of Arthur.
    author: Lindsay Bracken

    His talent & heart are surely gifts from above, it clearly can be heard on this c.d.!

  • This stuff is great! Can't wait to hear more. More music should be like this.
    author: Ed

    Saw Shem play in Chester NY and love this CD! Could he be any more talented? Great voice, great writer, and a hell of an orchestrator. Look forward to his next release

  • sounds awesome
    author: Chrissy

    Can't beleive how great it sounds, the clarity is awesome, and so are the lyrics......all this hard work and devotion is all paying off now! keep it up..

  • Great display of talent
    author: Psdolphin

    What a joy to listen to, varied styles with a great voice.

  • Outstanding music!!!
    author: Marti

    Your music is wonderful. I could listen to it all day.

  • Varied song styles - all delivered with fine expertise.
    author: Sandy P.

    A marvelous recording. Shem created a CD of varied song styles and delivers them all with fine expertise. The artist's voice is as refreshing as a cool ocean breeze. Look for Shem to become a household name. Shem: son of arthur does his daddy proud!

  • Love the Music!
    author: Pam

    Shem's music is lyrical and beautiful. I am and have been a fan of his and his father's for a long time and I believe these are some of his best compositions yet. He started in his father's footsteps, but has now beautifully created his own footsteps. I wish him the best. God Bless you Shem. Pam

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