Hydra
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Bass-Oriented, Rhythmically Heavy Fusion
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Taking a break from the six-string, we're presented with - a six-string! Bass, that is. The southern Italian brothers Domenico Citriniti (bass) and Danilo Citriniti(drums), known as Hydra, submitted their all-original, twelve track instrumental fusion CD-R, entitled Odd World. Talk about a CD-R that needs to get to the pressing plant so the world can enjoy it - this recording features some excellent bass and drums dominated fusion. An added bonus is that they've recruited a number of guitarists, such as Salvatore Ciambrini (guitar on "The Spider" and three others) and Luciano Aloise (guitar on "Insert Miles") to contribute blistered solos to a number of tracks. Domenico has mastered the art of writing compositions around his massive abilities on the six-string bass - it's just as engaging as you'd hope any fusion record might be. Danilo really lays down a great groove for his brother as well; overall, the musicianship is top-notch throughout. The entire project was laid down in their home studio. Impressive!
Domenico and Danilo were born and raised in southern Italy (Catanzaro). Their father, also a musician, passed along his passion for music onto his sons, and by 1989, the brothers had formed their first metal band. They both later moved in different directions with new musical styles, joining several local and national bands. Before forming Hydra, the duo recorded three demo projects: "Demo Bass" by Domenico, and "WateReign" and "Over Drums" by Danilo. In 2002, they finally decided to produce a project together, which was the birth of Hydra. The idea was to represent all the ideas and experiences they had gathered over the years. The Citriniti's site musical influences such as Chick Corea, Allan Holdsworh, Jaco Pastorius, Virgil Donati, Vinnie Colaiuta, Dave Weckl and Michael Manring, among others.
The Citriniti's final goal is to have as many people around the world listening to their music as possible.
Contact Information
Domenico Citriniti
Via Pisacane L3 - 18/a
88063 Catanzaro Lido (CZ)
Italy
E-mail:
Hydra
Web site:
www.hydraoddmusic.com
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Paul Hosford
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Emerging From Hiatus With Jazz Standards
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Paul Hosford's CD of instrumental jazz standards, Emergence, represents the Nebraska guitarist's "emergence" from playing only for family and friends to sharing his music with others. The songs begin with Hosford playing solo guitar, but on later tracks you'll hear string bass, flute, cello and even his father, Frank, on piano ("Green Dolphin Street"). Hosford's command of the fretboard is clearly evident, and his creative arrangements lead to a 'hearing-it-again-for-the-first-time' feeling. There are chord melodies aplenty, as Hosford makes deft single note line connections seem almost effortless. Highlights on the CD include "Rainy Day", "Green Dolphin Street", "Take Five" and his unique treatment of the classic "Over The Rainbow", which kicks off the album. Sincerity of expression - it's a good way to describe Hosford's recording efforts on Emergence.
Paul began taking piano lessons at age 6, and was introduced to a four string guitar by his father when he was 10. While his first musical interest was in country and folk, he soon discovered jazz. Paul acquired a six-string guitar at age 13 and began experimenting with recording shortly afterwards with an old reel-to-reel machine. He put together a small home studio and recorded four albums of original music. Paul stopped playing guitar when he and wife started their family, but after a five-year hiatus, he proceeded to start practicing again. Emergence was the result of his initial work, and Paul has recently started his own label, Painted Heart Music, to market his and his friends' music.
Hosford is currently working on a number of projects, including another jazz album with his father, featuring both standards and originals. He hopes to continue working on unique projects in his home studio and to share them from his web site.
Contact Information
Paul Hosford
C/O Painted Heart Music
P.O. Box 83
Albion, NE 68620
United States
E-mail:
Paul Hosford
Web site:
www.paintedheartmusic.com
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