Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 CD

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 What first began in 2008 as a one-man-show side project by Nick Whetro under the Icarus Himself moniker has developed into an indie psych-electro-folk trio for 2010. The band's third release, a five-song EP entitled "Mexico," will be released by Madison, Wis. , label Science of Sound on May 25. Leaning slightly more toward the electronic limb of the band's sound, the songs on "Mexico" utilize a good helping of drum machine beats and baritone guitar run through effects pedals, with added noise from electric guitar, percussion and various keyboards/organs for good measure. The band's instrumentation sets the perfect tone for Whetro's haunted tales of death, a childhood obese babysitter and love almost lost. The new EP is the follow-up to 2008's "Icarus Himself" EP and 2009's full-length, "Coffins," which found Whetro teaming up with fellow National Beekeepers Society bandmate Karl Christenson. The duo worked together turning their minimalist folk songs into sampler-and-effects-pedals-infused soundscapes garnering them comparisons to Neutral Milk Hotel and David Bowie on acid. "Coffins" grabbed the attention of Science of Sound, who re-released the album in May of 2009. While "Coffins" was made with the help of some local musicians (other members of National Beekeepers Society and Sleeping in the Aviary), Icarus Himself was still a two-piece for live shows, and toured much of the midwest promoting their album. For "Mexico" the band adds a third member, drummer Brad Kolberg, on both the recording as well as to the live set. --------------Praise for 2009's "Coffins": "If you want to get Coffins in a single sound bite, try 'lost Bowie demo tape overdubbed with acid confessions. '" -CokeMachineGlow "Freewheeling pop songs flavored with a splash of sonic whiskey." -No Ripcord "Where many have compared the guy to Beirut and Neutral Milk Hotel (I'll give you the lite-psych of "This Means Nothing"), to these ears it's more Spoon-noir shuffling." -World of Wumme "The solo outlet of National Beekeepers Society's Nick Whetro. Icarus Himself emphasizes what lurks under NBS's reassuring guitar fuzz...he accompanies his death 'n' degradation tales with lonely echoes, double-tracked vocals, and the occasional drum machine." -The Onion, Madison A/V Club "Confused characters traipse through a cold, ill-fated world, in which everything and everyone are imperfect and death rattles the bones of both the living and the dead." -The Isthmus "...Whetro makes great use of macabre lyrics over music that is oftentimes soft, or at the very least unassuming." -Delusions of Adequacy "I never cease to be amazed with the layers I uncover with each listen of 'Coffins. ' I hate making comparisons but Icarus Himself do at times remind me of Neutral Milk Hotel in both sound and lyrical delivery, but those similarities wash away with repeated play when you realize the creative breadth within the band." -Dane101 ----------------"Mexico" Credits:Nick Whetro: vocals, guitar, samplerKarl Christenson: baritone guitar, loop pedal, sampler, keyboards, organsBrad Kolberg: drumsJentri Colello: guest vocals on "Half Ton Load"Recorded at Science of Sound and Orthtenson RanchMixed at Orthtenson RanchMastered by Justin PerkinsSleeve artwork design by Mike Krol Recording information: Science Of Sound; The Orthtenson Ranch. Photographer: Tom Christenson.

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 On this, his latest CD, the ubiquitous Kenny Sasaki takes us on an evocative musical journey through the tropical paradises of his and our collective imaginations. An effortless blend of surf guitar, latin rhythms, the occasional gentle reggae beat, Hawaiian melodies and lush exotica, "Island Slumber" conjures up lazy, sun-soaked days and lost, haunting nights under a mellow tropic moon. From the classic, atmospheric lounge of "Fly Me to The Island" to the jazzy, jet-set, mod groove of "Rum and Coke", this is the perfect soundtrack for island life - whether real or imagined. Tiki Music for the 21st Century beachcomber.... Jay Strongman, D.J., Author

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 Soulful vocals, Groovy/funky rhythms, well produced string lines and tight acoustic/rhythm guitars...Truly diverse album with some great 'heartfelt' songs. From love ballads to funky numbers about life in these times with guesting backing vocalists and MC's on some tracks..... Some previous Ben Golding reviews:'Treated to a quality of musicianship that could hold itself on any big release album''Reminiscent of artists such as Seal''Massive chill out factor with electronic beats and warm guitars' Website: bengolding.co.uk

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 In this version of GRT (Guided Relaxation Technique), it only takes 24 minutes to begin to train the mind to stay focused on the present moment. Ideal for anyone who relies on concentration and acute attention. Many athletes rely on visualization and meditation before taking action on the court or in the field. Tethering the mind to a single moment in time literally integrates you with that moment. In that moment, there is nothing but you merging with your activity. The dancer becomes the dance. The baseball player becomes the home run. By allowing yourself to let go during this guided meditation, you will begin to let go of those distractions that keep you off task. You don't have to have faith in the process, you just have to let go and let the process work its magic on you. "With GRT my skills at the plate have improved. I connect with the baseball like it's the only thing in the world when I'm at bat." -Chester G.

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 Juan Osoria nacio en la Republica Dominicana y se mudo a los Estados Unidos a los 9 anos de edad. Inicia su inclinacion hacia las bellas artes a la temprana edad de 10 anos participando en un concurso de baile en las escuelas de talentos. Esto encendio la chispa y su pasion para exponer su talento delante de un publico lo cual con el tiempo lo lleva a una exitosa carrera musical como compositor y cantante de los ritmos de la calle. A la edad de 17 anos su talento llamo la atencion de un ejecutivo de Miami del sello disquero Caimi”n Records. Juan Osoria (conocido en el ambiente musical como Fresh) y su amigo Papote fueron contratados en el verano de 1997 para su primera produccion musical titulada "Papote y Fresh". El exito de su primera produccion les abrio las puertas para compartir el escenario junto a Chichi Peralta, Grupo Alquimia y otros. Aldo Mari­n, Presidente de Cutting Records de Nueva York le hizo una oferta a Fresh (Juan Osoria) para firmar un contrato bajo su sello grabando dos discos "Inocentes MC" y "Fiebre del Reggaeton". Estas dos producciones fueron nominadas y ganaron los "Premios Globo 2000" Revelacion del Ano (Mejor Grupo del Ano), Premios ACE 2000 Revelacion del Ano (Mejor Grupo del Ano). Durante el mismo ano el grupo estuvo dominado por el Premio Lo Nuestro 2000 (ilbum del ano). El punto culminante de su carrera lo fue durante su 2do i”lbum "Fiebre del Reggaeton" que el grupo Inocentes y "Fresh" colaboraron con artistas de renombre tales como Fulanito, Trebol Clan, Las Guani”banas, Sir Speedy, Chavito y Tiguere, Sancocho, Rankin Stone y asi­ tambien con productores conocidos como DJ Nelson, DJ Joe, DJ Reflex y DJ Lucho. Esta mezcla de artistas y productores les hizo ser los ganadores de la cancion del ano por los Premios ACE 2002 como cancion callejera del ano "Vamos a bailar (Lets dance)" en esta produccion el artista invitado lo fue Rankin Stone. "Vamos a bailar" fue el primer reggaeton que estuvo en rotacion en cada estacion de radio en espanol en el 2002 abriendoles las puertas por primera vez en la historia a un grupo en espanol para participara en un show totalmente en ingles como artistas invitados. Esto se dio lugar en el famoso show de Jenny Jones "Talk Show" en la ciudad de Chicago. Trabajando en su 5ta produccion la cual era esperada por muchos, el Senor Jesus llego a la vida de Juan Osoria el cual hizo como el Apostol Pablo, abandoni”ndolo todo y poniendolo como basura para seguir el llamado que Dios le haci­a en su corazon. Luego de dos anos de perseverar fielmente en el camino de Dios llega el deseo de producir su primer i”lbum cristiano llamado Thank you Lord (Gracias Senor) recopilando las melodi­as, poemas y li­ricas que Dios le fue dando durante esos dos anos de conversion. Hoy las alabanzas de su primera produccion han sido de impacto en las diferentes congregaciones donde SDC "Juan Osoria" se ha presentado a ministrar. Juan Osoria presenta esta su primera produccion de musica sacra como una ofrenda de olor grato a su Senor y Salvador.

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 David has developed a rich folk-rock style, which draws upon addictive melody, pure emotion and stripped-down story telling. A natural performer, David's originality, humor and sensitivity make him a truly beguiling stage presence.

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 Features their two top singles from 1985; 'And We Danced' and 'All You Zombies'

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 "Amazing Grace," an old standard, was said to have been finally introduced to the year 2010, with Gayle Wendell's arrangement to the House of the Rising Sun. "When a Soldier Dies," written by the Oregon Department of Veteran's Affairs Director, Jim Willis, was in honor of Sergeant Travis A. Moothart who died on January 27, 2004. Gayle personally suffered a loss in 2004, when her close friend, Sergeant Ben Isenberg, died at the wheel of his Humvee, victim of a roadside bomb while conducting a routine patrol outside of Taji. Gayle has had the opportunity to sing this song at many Veteran's events, including the Afghan-Iraqi Freedom Memorial dedication in Salem, Oregon. Gayle sings this song in the hope of reminding everyone of the price paid by our military.

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 One of the best Original bands in the South Jersey area. Machines of Penalty have steadily risen in popularity since their inception in 2006. The current line up came about in 2008. It features Matt Fox on vocals Brad Meyers and Mike Collins on guitar,Steve Veach on Bass, and Jason Brown on drums. For more info check us out athttp:// myspace /machinesofpenaltyand coming soon machinesofpenalty

Prokofiev: Romeo & Juliet; Symphony No. 1 Featuring some of the hottest,the most premiere reggae musicians of today? If so, Rough Sounds Presents Close Encounters, a strictly roots all instrumental reggae recording. Dance to the wicked Dreamin' Sounds from the legendary drummer Santa Davis-Drummer for reggae greats Bob Marley, Peter Tosh and Jimmy Cliff also providing other unique rhythmic groves is famed Sly Dunbar . known as reggae's Techno Roots Wizard. Adding to the brew are the haunting melodic keyboard sounds from the man called Eric "Zacky" Bernard, original keyboardist for Jamaica's famed Twinkle Brothers, and performances from Rough Sounds own Guitarist Alberto Fernandez and Bassist Mike Irwin.