FINOTEE: Finotee

Finotee

Finotee

© 2005 Solosoul, Inc. (837101076999)

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Soul, Reggae, Rock

tracks

1 Blue Skies
2 Missing You
3 No Other Way
4 Waves
5 Celebrate
6 Grown Man Cry
7 Lips of Time
8 Swing From the Moon
9 Times Are Cold
10 Committed (live)

notes

Music plants seeds in fertile minds. The seeds of the Finotee experience consist of lyrics that weave stories coupled with sounds that seduce you to journey inward. Blending rock, reggae, funk and soul music, Finotee is a band that is difficult to pigeonhole. Through the use of live instrumentation, Finotee's songs and lyrical content communicate social consciousness, personal truth and insight into the human experience.

Finotee is an adaptation of the Ethiopian Amharic word "fenote," which means "the way." The use of this name reflects Finotee's respect for every individual's unique path through life while encompassing the universal way of love.

The members of Finotee consist of guitarist Peter Hucey, drummer Alvaro Rodriquez, bassist Ian Shaw, keyboardist Eric Wilson, percussionist Joe Barnes and vocalists Justice and Swan. Peter, Alvaro and Justice, the founding members of Finotee, met in Miami in 1996 and began writing music together. Determined to immerse themselves in a more musically diverse environment, they moved to New York in the fall of 1999. Soon after their arrival, Justice called upon her friend and former schoolmate, Swan, to join the group as a vocalist. Over the following year, Ian Shaw, Eric Wilson and Joe Barnes completed the band with their experience and passion for the music.

The New York-based group has graced the stages of SOB's, Wetlands, Le Bar Bat and CB's Underground. Audiences have been known to truly "wake up" when Finotee takes the stage. Their live performances are popular because of the energy the band exudes which is as unique as their original music. As they continue their grass roots musical mission, Finotee allows the music to continue to speak for itself.

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  • Wonderful Music
    author: Freya

    Thank you for the great voices, great lyrics and music. This CD is a pleasure to listen to and has been on repeat in my house since I bought it!

  • finotee is beautiful music!
    author: Veena

    I was fortunate to get this CD from a beautiful friend of mine for my birthday. This music is what the world needs. Nice mellow sounds to relax to and enjoy life! I just want to thank the band for sharing their music with all of us and I hope to here more from you in the future.

  • author: Zsa

    It's very rare these days that you find music that really moves you...that really reaches into your core and touches your soul. There is nothing better than being transported to a place of passion and positive bliss. The music on this album is extrordinary. Having seen Finotee perform live, I am sure this is just the beginning of their musical creative journey. Congratulations in advance for all your success!

  • author: Zsa

    It's very rare these days that you find music that really moves you...that really reaches into your core and touches your soul. There is nothing better than being transported to a place of passion and positive bliss. The music on this album is extrordinary. Having seen Finotee perform live, I am sure this is just the beginning of their musical creative journey. Congratulations in advance for all your success!

  • Musical spiritual therapy
    author: Erin

    Finotee's music - live and recorded - is musical and spiritual therapy... Blue Skies, Grown Man Cry and Committed are my top 3. It's soulful, it has depth, it's substantive, it's danceable... evokes all kinds of emotions. We need more music like this today!

  • Fantastic band to listen to live
    author: Herve

    I have had the wonderful chance to see this band play live several times, and they never fail to move the crowd. They take the listener into such a beautiful place. Their lyrics are heartfelt and are delivered so precisely that you can't deny their truths. This CD is a great collection to add alongside other great CDs from Bob Marley, Natalie Merchant, Miseducation of Lauryn, Jill Scott et. al.

  • uplifting...inspiring....beautiful
    author: hiwet

    this kind of music has been missing in the music world.....I would love to check out a live show....CELEBRATE....BLUE SKIES and NO OTHER WAY are my top 3 tracks.....it sounds like they poured their hearts into it. It will stay in my permanent rotation....RESPECT.

  • Fresh, Funky and Profound!!
    author: Bobby

    I was pleasantly surprised by the depth and uniqueness of this CD. I have never heard of this band but they are awesome! When the two vocalists harmonize it sounds like one voice. I especially love the the track, CELEBRATE. The message is for everyone. I strongly recommend this album!

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