Release Date: February
10, 2017
Label: Michele McLaughlin
Music
Prior to this review we got a sneak peak of what was in
store on the Rate The Tracks site streaming
“At Home.” Now it’s time to take a look at
the entire offering Life.
Although we put music into a several different
classifications and genres, there is some music the defies that thought
process. Michele’s music is along those lines. With a combination of new age
and classical she lets her fingers glide over the keys with ease. What she
produces is significant and stunning. She weaves melodies and progressions of
the keyboard like a magician casting a magic spell.
Life is
simplistic yet far reaching, crossing over preconceived ideas of what category
to put it in. It is contemporary and listenable at any time of day or night.
Its ability to reach a listener regardless of tastes is the beauty and
perfection of it. I am sure the intent of the artist is to reach a receptive
audience and one that allows barriers to disappear knowing the enjoyment and
relaxation that awaits.
The therapeutic value of music like this goes beyond just
listening. Its straight forward clean production values featuring one
instrument, allow a listener or potential listeners, an opportunity to get
centered and focus.
The title track is without a doubt, for my ears, the most
prolific composition. “Life” does have a certain flow to it- like a raging
river, a clear running stream or stagnant pond. Life has its moments and time periods where things are moving at a
rapid rate, evolving, changing or slowing down or staying the same. So, the
parallel is drawn in the music presented here. Ms. McLaughlin’s soul is
mirrored in the music and a listener can view their own truth by listening to
it and looking inside. Music is the one thing that has the power to do that for
us, it is a gift.
Human Life is
complex however everything seems to get more simplified when you hear music
like this. I appreciate the artist and the music showing us the way, providing
an outlet that brings only peace and joy. I would suggest giving this recording
a good listen, your Life will be
better because of it.
4.5/5
Stars
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
January 28, 2017
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Tracks:
01. The Gift
02. The Storm
03.At Home
04. Life
05. Belonging
06. A Deeper Understanding
07. Drifting Through a Dream
08. Heartbroken
09. Stronger
10. Precious Memories
11. Crossroads
12. Guilty Pleasures
13. Give It Time
Tracks:
01. The Gift
02. The Storm
03.At Home
04. Life
05. Belonging
06. A Deeper Understanding
07. Drifting Through a Dream
08. Heartbroken
09. Stronger
10. Precious Memories
11. Crossroads
12. Guilty Pleasures
13. Give It Time