Release Date: February 3, 2015
Label: Green Hill
Website
Some performers stick in your heart long after the last
note is played. David Arkenstone and Charlee Brooks are two of those. After
their last album, Lovéren, I fell in
adoration and was thrilled to find out about Inamorata. David Davidson performs the violin and his contributions
as always are beautiful. The release
in February 2015 couldn’t have been timelier. Just in time for Valentine’s Day,
this album is a spell of love and longing with eight original tracks along with
renditions of the Game of Thrones main theme as well as, “Did I Make the Most
of Loving You” from Downton Abbey, Zedd’s “Clarity” and “Harem” from Sarah
Brightman. The last song on the album is dedicated to Arkenstone’s niece who
was born during the recording of the album.
Label: Green Hill
Website
Inamorata
begins with the earth shattering song, “Believe.” Stains of gorgeous
multi-instrumentation paint a celestial canvas of fairy tale proportions.
Twinkling bells and piano sequences make way for Charlee’s angelic voice.
Strong and clear, her singing brings to mind Disney princesses and epic
journeys. Castles in the air filled with love and optimism radiate outward with
these transcendent lyrics and seamless harmonies.
The second song on the album is the theme from Downton
Abbey. “Did I Make the Most of Loving You” is presented flawlessly with
orchestral quality sound and Charlee’s gossamer vocals. Radiant and vibrant
with percussive elements that inspire imagination, the piece is magnificent.
“Inamorata” is the title track for the album. A ballad of
love and hope, this song is the light in the window of the soul. This is an
original work and personifies a love that lasts forever. It leads into the
“Main Theme” from Game of Thrones. I found it fitting that they were next to
each other on the track lineup. With the Celtic strains and magical imagery
invoked, this piece brings to life a world of adventure just in time for a new
season to arrive on DVD. Every fan of the show will love this rendition. Clear
and melodic with harmonies that reach up and grab you, this piece will make
your blood pound and your fingers itch to grab the remote to watch more of this
epic series.
“Clarity” is filled with breathy wisps in the background,
piano and multi-instrumentation. Charlee’s sparkling vocals echo in the heart.
We don’t always want to fall in love but sometimes the very person we fight
against is the one who will be our salvation. Poignant and full of emotion,
this piece will warm the heart of romance readers everywhere. It reads (sounds)
like a romance novel and that makes this one of my favorite songs on the album.
Love. Angst. Love. Can’t get much better than that.
David Arkenstone has been making music for twenty five
years and is a performer that gives nothing less than perfection. The love and
care he put into this album is truly beyond the pale and he surrounds himself
with artists that give only their best. Love songs are always well met and this
album takes eight original pieces along with four favorites and weaves a fairy
tale mix of epic proportions that will hook you in the first few minutes of
listening.
5/5
Stars
Key
Tracks: Believe, Inamorata, Did I Make the Most of Loving You, Game of Thrones,
Clarity
Tracks:
01. Believe
02. Did I Make The Most Of Loving You? (Theme From "Downton Abbey")
03. Never Forget
04. Inamorata
05. Main Title (From "Game Of Thrones")
06.Clarity
07. Beautiful Storm
08. Don't Let Me Go
09. Harem
10. Invisible
11. Great Love
12. Lullaby For Belina
Tracks:
01. Believe
02. Did I Make The Most Of Loving You? (Theme From "Downton Abbey")
03. Never Forget
04. Inamorata
05. Main Title (From "Game Of Thrones")
06.Clarity
07. Beautiful Storm
08. Don't Let Me Go
09. Harem
10. Invisible
11. Great Love
12. Lullaby For Belina
February
19, 2015
Review
Provided By New Age Music Reviews