DeLuc
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Progressive Jazz/Rock Fusion From Down Under
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DeLuc's new CD, 8th Wonder, is an expressive, rock-inspired fusion release from two Australian musicians, drummer Gino Saracino and guitarist Fred Leduc. This almost all-instrumental release ("Together We Touch" includes vocals by Ken Auriant) of Leduc-penned compositions features twelve tracks of emotional, sonically adventurous images, tied together by Leduc's poignant, mesmerizing guitar melodies and Saracino's supple drum work. Leduc is a top-notch soloist in his own right, as most songs allow ample space for his scorching lead breaks and precise melodic runs. DeLuc were assisted on 8th Wonder by session musicians such as bassist Marcel Yammouni and keyboardist Phil Turcio. 8th Wonder will delight fusion fans seeking a high level of musicianship and memorable songs.
Fred Leduc formerly composed and performed with the progressive metal act Vaudervihl who were distributed by Zero Corporation in Japan. Fred engineers recording for Northern Metropolitan Tafe and various productions. Fred also has a Certificate in Jazz Performance at Tafe level and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Music at La Trobe University. Gino Saracino has worked as a session musician for many years and has performed in the Melbourne scene with both original and cover acts. Gino is a recognized musician throughout Melbourne and has been both reviewed by drum magazines and endorsed by distributors.
DeLuc has acquired distribution both in Australia and Europe and is working towards distribution in the United States. Fred Leduc is continuously working on new material for future recordings with the second DeLuc CD in sight.
Contact Information
Deluc
P.O. Box 285
Craigieburn, Victoria 3064
Australia
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Curtis
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Instrumentalist Bridges Modern And Traditional Stylings
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Curtis is a guitarist from California whose debut self-titled CD release sports thirteen instrumental tracks and two vocal numbers. Curtis features a heavy use of delayed guitar sounds on several of the opening numbers ("Wandering Spirit", "The Web"), which gives the music a Pink Floyd/David Gilmour quality. However, Curtis has a very distinct solo style from Gilmour, one which features smooth, liquid runs and greasy wah-wah tones. Curtis is also a very song-oriented instrumental album, with special attention paid to the groove and/or the melodic motifs in each production. Guitar fans will find plenty to hold their interest, as several of the pieces feature unaccompanied guitar. Overall, Curtis makes for great listening.
Curtis began playing classical guitar at a very young age on an acoustic guitar that his parents picked up in Tijuana. Despite breaking the guitar several times, he was denied a real guitar until he proved he could learn to play. Two years later, Curtis received his first electric, a Les Paul copy, and to the dismay of his classical teacher, began following Jimi Hendrix' influence. Later, Curtis played with several prominent L.A. bands before concentrating on instrumental music. He released his self-titled debut in January, 1998 and fifty percent of the profits from the sale of the CD will be donated to cancer related charities.
Curtis is promoting his new record by playing live in the Los Angeles area (Borders, Scruffy O'Shea's, The Mint) and his CD can be found at several Tower Records locations in California.
Contact Information
If 6 Was 9 Records
8117 West Manchester Ave. Suite 669
Playa Del Rey, CA 90293
United States
Web site:
www.curtisguitar.com
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