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2003 Articles

12/17/2003

Orange

This self titled first release by Orange is a unique musical experience that stirs up memories of some of the great "jam" bands of the '70s. As you move through the tracks on the CD, you can't help but be reminded of some of the great songs from that era such as "Closer to Home" by Grand Funk Railroad or the classic keyboard sounds of Deep Purple. Their sound is a refreshing change from the mainstream of today's music. > More

12/17/2003

Upper Palette

Tom Mac's solo debut CD "Upper Palette" features a combination of four original compositions and five musical adaptations of songs that everyone is sure to recognize. Mac brings several musical styles together on the CD. From soft jazz to experimental fusion to Gershwin, Rogers & Hammerstein and Dylan, the music flows effortlessly through the use of acoustic guitar based arrangements. > More

07/20/2003

On The Island

It's a hot summer's afternoon. You're sitting under the cool shade of a sprawling elm tree on the banks of a meandering stream. A tall cold drink in hand, you sit back and just relax watching the sun glistening off the ripples flowing down stream. > More