Some of you may remember this guy from a few years ago on American Idol. He made it to the top 5 or so, and was memorable for his laid-back manner, blue eyes, and renditions of "Hallelujah" and "Somewhere Over the Rainbow." I picked up his CD a week or so ago, and I like it a lot. It's one of those albums that seems better every time I listen to it. His melodies are good, and he includes "Hallelujah," a song he was born to sing; I don't even know why it works so well for him, but it does---it's my favorite rendition. I also respect that he has a artistic vision. The songs have a point of view lyrically, and the music has a consistent and non-generic feel.
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So glad yo like his album. Your comment is very insightful.
ReplyDeleteHave you heard his new song, on his website jasoncastromusic called You Are.