Album Notes

Picture this... Tropical sunshine on a warm beach, a romantic interlude under the stars, a scene from a crowded jazz club, breakfast at a sidewalk cafe, a lullably before bedtime-- Ellen Silva, Denée Deckert, Preston Carter, Sue Smith, Felonius Smith: The Ellen Silva Band!

See www.ellensilva.com for soundbites and gigs in the San Francisco Bay Area.


Rave reviews:"The first cut, "Island Dream," starts out with snappy rhythms of the islands. Denée does a great job on the ukelele and Sue's conga work made me want to dance! Felonius' mandolin performance and Ellen's guitar work compliment the tune perfectly. This is a great song and it beautifully showcases Ellen's vocals and excellent craftsmanship."
Jeff Lionz, California Coast Music Camp Quarter Notes, CD Reviews

"I have just been listening to "Island Dream," I like it very much. It is... a real taste of tropical sunshine! The songs are moving, and they make you feel good. Also, the sound is quite excellent... Very versatile songwriting and a great band sound to boot."
David Stafford, KKUP Radio, 91.5 FM, Friday Folk-Off Show, Santa Clara, CA

"Just finished listening to "Island Dream" for about the fourth time. It's a great CD and I always enjoy listening to your CDs... I know of know one else who incorporates such a distinctive sense of rythym into their music. Lots of people seem to forget the R -word in music."
Ken Luey, California Coast Music Camp Alumni, amazing sax player!, San Diego, CA

"Whether they're folk, jazz, Latin-flavored or swing, Ellen's songs communicate hope. Optimism is liable to pop up anywhere.