Rafi Levy
Desert Cruising
© 2004 Rafi Levy (820320007424)
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Latin, reggae, and Middle-Eastern influenced instrumentals.
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Somewhere between here and DubLand, a breathtaking sound has captured the soul of music fans. Rafi Levy is a young, ambitious guitar player and is an L.A. transfer from Israel. He has seamlessly bridged the gap between Latin, Reggae and Middle Eastern melodies and created an original and overall infectious Dub flavor. In his latest release, Desert Cruising in a Dub State of Mind, Rafi wrote, arranged, produced, and hand-picked some of today's most talented musicians to accompany his six strings.
Rafi's dedication and commitment to music know no limitations. He has been exploring and studying different sounds and styles, both foreign and timeless, since the age of twelve. Other recent projects include a six-piece funk, drum&bass, and reggae fusion known as Hypnology. The band debuted their collective sound in early 1997, fronted by the guitar player's imaginative sound display. In Hypnology, Rafi's hypnotic licks and unique melodies often mimic and resemble entirely different instruments. He has the ability to think outside the confines of the guitar.
Hypnology has shared the stage with top national acts, such as Mix Master Mike, Xzibit, The Alkaholiks, Pennywise, Black Eye Peas and more. Rafi is determined to continue to release new and different flavors and to grow and challenge himself as a musician, guitar player, and songwriter.
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Really Awesome
author: CharliI LUVVVVV this CD. Awesome - Awesome. Love the guitar = Perfect mixture cannot put it to one genre which is perfect for my taste. Should get you some airtime here in South Africa, I know people would love it here. MWAH! xoxoxoxo
Really worth buying
author: CarloswI really love this CD. Ihave heard only one song and already knew I want that CD. IT's absolutely wonderful. It's a pity it's not possible to buy it in Europe...fortunately it's internet!
Diffrent from what I normally listen to but I love it!
author: JanetVery relaxed, and very cool
author: Daniel WishartI found this CD whilst searching for music that was evocative of the desert - and I got so much more! The relaxing, chilled out guitar combined with the Middle Eastern flavour of the music and twists of reggae create a very unique musical atmosphere, and it's one that I return to time and again. Very highly recommended :)
Outstanding!!!!!!!
author: JanelleI work in a Chiropractic clinic and have had to listen to clasical ALL day long. I slipped Rafi Levy's Desert Cruising in the CD player and now my days sound great. I also have the cover next to the CD player for in case anybody's interested. Great plug for Rafi!! :-)
it was great
author: robertthe cd was the most interesting and soothing music i ever heard. thank you.
it was great
author: robertthe cd was the most interesting and soothing music i ever heard. thank you.
Fantastic Artistry!
author: Sleven Rucci-AiroThis is such a great blend of styles and textures, it is very very listenable and filled with memorable melodies. It is very well done!
Absolutely unbelievable
author: fred hodgkinsonThis is the first time I have heard Rafi Levy and his music stays with you.
Vibrant music for the soul
author: Adam AtzionRafi Levy is one of Los Angeles' most intruiging musicians, and an aspiration to us all. His music is touching, and moves deep into the soul. Desert cruising is recomended to all seeking vibrant music to help relax as well as inspire oneself.
just the right sound!
author: Ron MooreI've been looking all over for an album of this caliber! This album has the PERFECT mix of Reggae, Latin, Surf, Middle Eastern and down right GROOVE! Buying this album was a worthwhile gamble!