"Common Ground is one of the most beautifully produced CD's that we've come acro
author: Unsigned Music Magazine
Common Ground is one of the most beautifully produced CD's that we've come across. Yael Meyer is the soft, sensual voice delicately layered over the provocative South American influenced rhythms.
It is so difficult to classify, or should I say pigeonhole this CD into a genre; what the heck I'm saying it here first; TO HECK WITH GENRES, you should buy this CD simply because its wonderful! You can’t go wrong with this CD. Yael has delivered a very eclectic mix of sounds, thoughts and visions-yes I said visions- on Common Ground.
A number of the tracks have a Stuart Matthewman feel to them, and you all know how I love his work with Sade. So needless to say this album hits a very special place. There’s a section at the end of the song Tanango that has a very Chilean-Venezuelan tango style accordion that is just so darn cool!!
This is driving, working, chilling, sexing and grooving music at it’s finest; there are so many different atmospheres and moods that can be set with this CD you simply can’t go wrong.
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"A beautiful CD of breathtaking depth and artistry. Engaging every minute of the
author: The Muse's Muse
Wow. This is one of those CD's that comes along every now and then and just hits you and goes right through you.
Described by the artist herself as 'electro-organic', the music encompasses folk, pop and experimental electronica. But the star of the show is Yael's very engaging vocal styling. Again, wow. Although many possess a great set of pipes, you just know when you're hearing a voice with something special. That honesty and integrity of delivery that you hear from a artist deliberately and consciously creating and streaming herself authentically. This is very original and very powerful.
Her lyrics are positive and uplifting, approaching 'new age'-iness, but sounding so real that they never cross any uncomfortable lines. I hear her voice and her message and have to concur.
Songs are very esoteric, but very melodic and strong, often being grounded by a backbeat or loop. Even on instrumental passages there is constant interest, a testament to Yael's ability to ingrain the music with the same sense of immediacy that her vocals also bring.
Old-tyme sounds lend a feel of other times, and other-worldly sounds bring other cultures into the mix without sacrificing the moment and the new sound Yael has got going on.
Throughout, the programming is excellent - crisp and bright. It's a great recording.
A beautiful CD of breathtaking depth and artistry. Engaging every minute of the way along.
World music infusion through her collaboration with artists around the globe, but still decidedly electronica and with Yael's signature vocals all over.
I love it. Yael is a world musician and vocal stylist of the highest calibre.
A breath of fresh air, so take a deep breath all and enjoy. Steve Allat, The Muse’s Muse.
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relaxing sounds that are good for the soul...
author: Austin C.
Found Yael via myspace and rushed over to purchase the cd. The greatest collection of music I've encountered in quite some time. I was on the highway, got cut off and began getting angry. Then I was like, ahhh, this music is so good. I highly suggest this to anyone familiar with and looking to escape the wretched world of stress. The relaxing sounds are good for the soul.
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A Wonderful Debut!!!!
author: Autumn Moss, Happy House Records
Wow. Yael´s music and the meticulous production of her debut album are truly amazing. I LOVED IT!!! The songs are woven like sonic tapestries and her voice commands your attention because she sings her whole heart out, fearlessly.
Yael collaborates with various musicians who give the album an eclectic and expansive feel (you are kept wandering what intruments they've used...) Yet, the album is so connected, flowing like a soft charged current. It's like she's walking through a house filled with charming and sourcerous creatures and has to keep naming them all.
Yael Meyer has a unique voice and a fresh, grounded, connected sound. She writes very organic songs with strong melodies and inspired arrangements. You can tell she is searching, and she is finding so much on her way to the top!
JUST LISTEN TO IT!!!!
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