Release Date: January
19, 2018
Label: Independent
What does a person do After
The Rain? I am not sure but I know what I do during the rain, I watch it
and appreciate it. It is the sustenance of life. The title of this recording
can mean many things. In life situations for instance, After The Rain comes a little sunshine? Whatever your
interpretation is it can fit to this music.
After
The Rain features Neil sharing his equal talents on both guitar and
piano, and the usual procession of stars in Will Ackerman’s Imaginary Roads
Studios. Tony Levin (NS & Electric Bass), Jeff Oster (Flugelhorn), Jill
Haley (English Horn) and Tom Eaton (Piano and Keyboards), who also mixes and
masters the recordings at the studio, are some of the talented artists that are
present to make this recording a work of art. I have had the distinct pleasure
of covering all of the solo works of every one of those folks as well. It is a
treasured gift and I feel honored to do so.
After, before, or during the rain, it is all a natural
force of nature, and whether it is the climate or life situations, this music can
put everything into perspective for the listener. The 10 tracks that are
offered on this recording are as tranquil as the water that appears on the
cover of the CD. It immediately sets your mind and soul at ease. Water is from
whence we and all living things came. We need to cherish it, respect it and
protect it.
Perhaps it is no coincidence that Neil Tatar is a longtime
student of Tai Chi, for the songs – while varying in style - feel instilled
with meaningfulness. Many thoughts came to mind for me while listening to After The Rain. It always feels right
for me to share my thoughts on the music I am hearing. It moves me in the most prolific
ways, and I know I am listening for a reason. The talent that comes together on
this album is incredible, and the end result is an album you will want to hear
frequently for the many values it holds and the lessons it can teach you. All
you have to do is listen, then the heart and mind will follow in step to make
it all come together. At least that is how it works for me and I hope it does
the same for you.
This is fantastic music, it is like the masterpiece
painting that you have been looking for. One listen of After The Rain will bring that expectation to life.
5/5
Stars
Tracks:
01. Gentle Steps
02. Sunsets
03. Reflections
04. When I Was Young
05. Rush Pond
06. Nightwalk
07. Freedom
08. Welcome Home
09. After the Rain
10. Sidewalk Jam
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
January 6, 2018
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Tracks:
01. Gentle Steps
02. Sunsets
03. Reflections
04. When I Was Young
05. Rush Pond
06. Nightwalk
07. Freedom
08. Welcome Home
09. After the Rain
10. Sidewalk Jam