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"Blindsided
By Hope" - Alive Day
You know how some acts just have all their
ducks in a row? The name of the band is perfect for the style of
music they play. Even the artwork seems to reflect the vibe of the
record. Well, Alive Day is one of those acts.
Alive Day delivers an ambient pop sound, set in a somewhat classic
rock template. It has the great singer/songwriter lyric and vocal
appeal, courtesy of singer and guitarist Dan Arrecis. Reminiscent of
Seals & Crofts, or perhaps even Steve Winwood, Arrecis's subtle
tone seems to caress the deepest regions of the soul. That soft and
comforting tone is found in songs of tenderness, but it also
resonates through songs with strong pop hooks and classic rock
influences. If you can imagine the vocal sound of Seals & Crofts
fronting an adult contemporary rock act like the Gin Blossoms, you
might have an idea of what Alive Day might sound
like.
This is a very unique sound. It's also a
sound that might carry you away to your own personal utopia. When I
started to listen to the disc, I found myself daydreaming about my
younger years and my old neighborhood. I would invite anyone that
can appreciate great melody and vocal tone to take a journey of
their own, and allow Alive Day to do the driving.
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