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The Raleigh Rescue Mission Hope for the poor and homeless. Each year Raleigh Rescue Mission helps more than 1,500 people who come to our door in need. We couldn't do it without the help from compassionate people.
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"Water Of Life" Review Featured In Indie Nation (HMV), Volume 9, August, 1998
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Slav Simanic
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Review of "Water Of Life"
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By: Dave Murphy
f you are a fan of instrumental rock guitar in the style of Steve Vai,
Joe Satriani and the like, you really ought to check out this record. Don't
think because you've never heard of this guy or because it's an independent
release that it's substandard. Trust me, all the elements are in place to
show that Simanic is certainly worthy of being mentioned alongside any of
the stars of the instrument.
Simanic's chops are well honed, obviously the result of years of dedication
to the instrument. He is fast, aggressive and precise in true shredder fashion
while at the same time able to display a keen sense of melody and dynamics.
It is this creative element that lifts the record from being a series of
riffís and musical gymnastics to a truly inspired and cohesive collection.
Each track on the album stands on its own as a well-crafted piece separate
from the rest. When seen in the context of the complete work, however, the
experience is that much more enjoyable. Simply put, this album works on
a variety of different levels at once. The richness of the arrangements
and excellence of the performance together create a lush soundscape where
anything is possible.
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Dave Murphy / Indie Nation (HMV)
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