3rd Force "Gentle Force" Smooth Jazz Music CD Review
I can describe the latest release from Smooth Jazz sensation 3rd Force for you with just one word Outstanding!
I wish it werent the case but, its not everyday that I get a CD from an artist that I can just pop in and comfortably listen to from beginning to end. There is usually a song or two that I just cant force myself to get through. Not at all the case with Gentle Force. Every track is enjoyable and was pretty easy for me to listen to from start to finish.
One of the refreshingly nice things about this CD is the way all of the participating artists seem to be really enjoying themselves. Combine that with the overall presentation and youve got one of 3rd Forces most impressive releases ever.
If you're even mildly into Smooth Jazz music you'll enjoy this album. Overall Gentle Force is an a great release. I give it my double thumbs up. You will not be disappointed with one single track.
My SmoothLee Bonus Pick, and the one that got Sore [...as in "Stuck On REpeat"] is track 4, I Believe In You. What a nice track!
Gentle Force Release Notes:
3rd Force originally released Gentle Force on May 21, 2002 on the Higher Octave label.
CD Track List Follows:
1. Young Again
2. I Believe In You
3. Grateful For Love
4. Follow Your Dream
5. Under Your Spell
6. Ready Or Not
7. Aquamarine
8. Hands Across The Ocean
9. Journey To Now
10. Straight From The Heart
3rd Force includes: William Aura (vocals, keyboards, bass, percussion); Alain Eskinasi (guitar, keyboards, bass, percussion); Craig Dobin (piano, keyboards). Additional personnel includes: Craig Chaquica (acoustic guitar); Grant Geissman (electric guitar, sitar); Brian Hughes (electric guitar, oud); Miles Gilderdale (steel guitar); Greg Carmichael (nylon string guitar); Douglas Spotted Eagle (Native American flute); Tom Scott, Jimmy Sommers, Bryan Savage (saxophone).
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