he Brazilian duo of Alex Martinho and Sydnei Carvalho really impressed me with their 2005 release "Intensity." "Intensity" proved to be an album chock-full of meaty riffs, catchy melodies, and tasty lead guitar.
For those of you that liked "Intensity" you'll like "Intuition" as well. "Intuition" shares a lot in common with its predecessor. Like "Intensity," "Intuition" is bold and bright, aggressive and seductive, and, best of all, very fun to listen to. Mixing instrumental tracks and vocal tracks always seemed like risky business, but it works here as the four tracks that feature vocals are structured and have melodies that are enhanced by the vocals. No matter whether the tracks or vocals or instrumental there is a passion to the playing of Martinho and Carvalho that transcends the mundane.
Overall, "Intuition" is slightly more epic in sound and style while retaining the impressive hard rock rhythms and variety heard on "Intensity." At nearly sixty minutes running time, "Intuition" has enough variety and expert pacing that makes the sixty minutes engaging at all times.
"Intution" was produced by Sydnei Carvalho and co-produced by Alex Martinho and Glenn Zolotar. The production is loud and clear - often a difficult combination with guitar instrumentals, but done quite well here.
Alex Martinho/Sydnei Carvalho are joined by Fabio Lessa on bass and Rodrigo Martinho on drums. Vocals performed by Rafael de Castro. Guitar legend Andy Timmons guests on two tracks.