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"Chameleons In Disguise" Review Featured In Roughedge.com g9 Line
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Review of "Chameleons In Disguise"

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By: Christopher J. Kelter

letter was lucky enough to be afforded the opportunity to review Rullian's debut CD, "Is This My Guitar or An Albatross?", way back in 2002. As we move forward and 2006 comes to a close I am happy to have the pleasure of reviewing Rullian's latest effort, "Chameleons In Disguise."

As was indicated on "Is This My Guitar or An Albatross" Raoul's creativity knows no bounds - "Chameleons In Disguise" is more evidence of that. Raoul has the skills and knowledge to exploit that creativity into unique nuggets of musical sound. He likes to describe his efforts as music for the soundtrack minded - not that I disagree, but what I hear is sonic ruminations melded and orchestrated into joyful, often playful, songs. Sonic territory explored includes everything from rave-ups, to swinging jazz, to sweet ballads, to bouncing funk, to quasi-techno outbursts, to various forms of world music, and straight-ahead rockers - it's all included on "Chameleons In Disguise."

Certain tracks herk and jerk like involuntary spasms - and I mean that in the best way possible. Whether a seamless transition or a deliberate attempt to infuse the listener with juxtaposed sound, "Chameleons In Disguise" begs to be heard. It's an imaginative tour de force. I'm not culturally adept and I would be an absolutely failure at "Name That Tune." As such, I'm sure there are musical references to TV show themes, commercial jingles, and other similar and familiar melodies that just completely escape me at the moment.

Rullian's "Chameleons In Disguise" would be a welcome addition to the CD collection of any fan who appreciates instrumental music.

Support a good cause - all proceeds (not just profits) from the sale of "Chameleons In Disguise" go to the Humane Society.

Rullian is Raoul kicking ass at most everything. Assistance provided by Charlie Alvarez on bass, Chris Williams on bass, Luke Kelly on piano and keyboards, Ann Hackman on violin and viola, Chris LeRoy on piano and keyboards, and Will Bagby on drums and bongos.

© Christopher J. Kelter / Roughedge.com

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