TOMMI ZENDER: Will Work For Harmony

Tommi Zender

Will Work For Harmony

© 2005 tommi zender (837101072762)

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Multi-instrumental wide-screen song-oriented pop rock music

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Tommi Zender is a multi-instrumentalist based in Chicago IL. He wears many musical hats: Producer, singer/songwriter, accompanist to other Chicago and national artists, music teacher, children's rock music drummer, colorful guitarist, studio session guy, and much more. His first record was released under the moniker Trinkets of Joy, titled "Just Like Mom Used to Make" in 1999 on Hear Diagonally Records.

The 2005 solo release "Will Work For Harmony" was written, produced and performed by Zender, with a host of guest backing vocalists from the Chicago music scene. It was recorded by Jeff Oliver at Riverbend Studios in Chicago. Influences are wide ranging: Jon Brion, Kevin Gilbert, Prince, David Hidalgo & Latin Playboys, Daniel Lanois, Steely Dan, Aimee Mann, Bang on a Can, and much more.

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  • Great songwriting, Great instrumentation, Great production
    author: Don Cooper

    Stop Right now!! Do yourself a favor and hit the repeat button now. One listen just isn't enough. Let it play through a few times. Gives me the feeling of walking out in the rain, smiling, and seeing the sun break through right in front of you. One of those perfect moments. Kudos Mr. Zender. Great songwriting, Great instrumentation, Great production. Wonderfully sublime backing vocals throughout. Tommi handles all the instuments with an apparent ease and grace.....(is that a hint of Keith Moon on The World Already Knows !?)..and have you noticed how Tommi sounds just like Tommi Zender!

  • Harmonious
    author: Jonah

    Excellent singer-songwriter pop. Solid playing and singing, confessional lyrics, smart arrangements, thick orchestration, no stone unturned.

  • Harmonious
    author: Jonah

    Excellent singer-songwriter pop. Solid playing and singing, confessional lyrics, smart arrangements, thick orchestration, no stone unturned.

  • great stuff! Tommi's talent shines here
    author: Curfewless

    It was a lucky coincidence that lead to me stumbling upon Tommi's music... and I thank my lucky stars that it happened! I got my copy of WWFH a few weeks ago and it has quickly become one of my favorite albums purchased this year. The variety of songs and the extent to which each is crafted with love and heaps of talent is a thing of beauty. Highlights for me: The World Already Knows, and Madeleine (love that groove!). Now if only Tommi would tour down to Texas!

  • Buy This CD Now!
    author: Plasticsoul

    From the opening moments of "Something to Hide", the beautiful guitar harmonics, Tommi's nearly flawless vocals, I had a feeling that this CD would dominate my CD player for weeks to come. I wasn't wrong. The songs on "Will Work for Harmony" have a scenic quality to them. The music tells just as much of the story as the song's lyrics. Listen to "Cinnamon Apple Cider" and find yourself sitting on an "island in the sun". And wherever I am when I hear "Home at Last" I can close my eyes and be transported to a quiet front porch in the country. Another impressive thing about this CD is that Tommi plays most of the instruments. Something he does quite well. Fans of tasteful guitar playing (think George Harrison, Jon Brion) will surely enjoy Tommi's fretwork. I really can't say enough good things about this CD. Every song is strong. The arrangements are fantastic. The lyrics are scenic and uplifting. The musicianship is truly phenomenal. My only complaint is that I'm bummed when it's over. But then I just hit the play button again. You will too.

  • author: FLM2112

    Nice tight musicianship here. Very clever lyrics and interesting sounds from start to finish. If you like Progressive + Pop with a little attitude thrown in, you will like this disc.

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