Eric Brandoli

1. Kinda Love

2. You Got Me

3. Know Little Girl

4. Get Down

5. Soul Check

6. Say Nothing

7. Piece Of Mind

8. Blinding Flash

9. Taking In THe Night

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist
Eric is a renaissance man with a mind, body, and soul from an era before samplers and borrowed music reigned supreme. A time when stretching boundaries and exploring one's self through their music was appreciated. Eric is a musician's musician- true to himself and his music. He writes all his own material, sings and plays the bass, as well as the sax, guitar, keys, drums, and many others. Eric records and produces himself much like Stevie Wonder, Prince, Roy Ayers, D'Angelo, Lauren Hill, and all of the other greats have, and continue to do.

Some of his major influences are, of course, the above mentioned, and other artists ranging from Me'Shell N'Degeocello and Average White Band, to Joni Mitchell and John Coltrane. His vibe, presence and demeanor are reminiscent of the late Marvin Gaye. Yet, with all of these comparisons, Eric is one of a kind in his being and his music. Take a listen and you will understand.

Product Description
ERIC BRANDOLI's self-titled release is a refreshing modern R&B/pop album, with a sound that is all his own. The music is proud and soulful yet joyous and danceable.

Eric Brandoli

Eric Brandoli,Eric Brandoli

Average customer rating:

Can you hear what I hear? WOW
Originality is key.
Oh Brother!
A fan from MA.

Eric Brandoli

ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004USGX
Release Date: 2000-07-15

Tracks:

Kinda Love
You Got Me
Know Little Girl
Get Down
Soul Check
Say Nothing
Piece Of Mind
Blinding Flash
Taking In THe Night

Album Description

ERIC BRANDOLI's self-titled release is a refreshing modern R&B/pop album, with a sound that is all his own. The music is proud and soulful yet joyous and danceable.

Customer Reviews:

Can you hear what I hear? WOW.......2000-12-15

As I am hypnotized by the mind-blowing vocals of 23 year old Eric Brandoli, I am placed in my own world. As song after song pours out of my CD player, I can almost smell the cigarette smoke, hear glasses clicking from the bar and I can feel this soulful funk music throughout my veins. Eric Brandoli is what every true music fan looks for in an artist. He writes his own lyrics, music and plays just about every instrument on his self-titled album, "Eric Brandoli." With influences like Me'Shell N'Degeocello, Stevie Wonder and Average White Band, you can't go wrong. His first song, "Kinda Love" has amazing instrumentals preceding the vocals that will capture anyone's musical senses. His second song, "You Got Me" contains sassy lyrics. "If you see her walking turn the other way. Her beauty is blinding, you don't know what to say." "It's hard to believe it wasn't just a dream, you know what I mean, it makes you wanna scream YOU GOT ME." Eric belting out, "YOU GOT ME" in the last 20 seconds of the song is the icing on the cake and will leave you breathless while attempting to sing along to this musical genius. Eric Brandoli's self titled album is something that will put you not only in a good mood, but will bring out the funk in you and is always accompanied with a enjoyable time. All nine songs on this CD are well thought out and honest works of art. Seeing him live was just as good as the CD. His personality and love for his music comes clear on stage as well as when you press play at home. This is definitely someone everyone should be watching for.

Originality is key........2000-07-27

I think its extremely rare to have something out there thats different and extremely good at the same time. High praises for Eric. Nice job.

Oh Brother!.......2000-07-20

The Valley Advocates, Nightcrawler

Oh, Brother...

ByGary Carra Published 07/06/00

Ringo Starr can get by with a little help fromhisfriends. As for the rest of us, well, we don't need Monica Lewinsky or Selena's former fan club president to tell us the true value of friendship.

That's why, when we really have to put the screws to someone, there's no substitute for family. They stick with you through it all.

East Longmeadow funkmeister Eric Brandoli knows this. And after years of attaining notoriety with the seven-piece outfit Brotherman, he decided to pare things down considerably for his first solo studio effort.

In fact, aside from his brother, man, Eric played all the instruments and engineered and recorded his impressive self-titled debut.

"Back with Brotherman, I had this great group of guys from UMass," Brandoli says. "But they have all kind of grown up and spread out, so it was tough to get them together or pay them all. I have grown up with music and play a few instruments, and I also spent the last year like a hermit in my basement learning the Roland 1680, so I figured I'd give it a try."

Considering that Brandoli can sing and play bass, guitar and keyboards, it's not surprising that his attempt was highly successful. From the opening swagger of "Kinda Love" to the menacing bass lines on "Piece of Mind," the former soldier/housepainter/landscaper/cook/firefighter proves he still knows his grooves. And that, among all those backslashes, the word "musician" should always be included.

Behind the kit is brother Paul -- and he's by no means a mere timekeeper.

More like cooking guru Emeril Lagasse, dashing each tune liberally with tight hits -- BAM! -- accents -- POW! -- and dynamics (add your own exclamation here).

The interplay created by rhythmic sibling revelry is as fresh as it is instinctive for the brothers Brandoli. A fact not lost on the front man for this project.

"Obviously, we've played and jammed together for years," Eric adds. "But Paul is also in a few other projects, so there are a lot of influences at work."

Ironically, it's blood relative Paul who might have to bail on Eric's two CD release parties -- July 6 at Theodores' and July 15 at Caffeine's.

He has previous commitments. Based on Eric's ear and selections thus far (Tom Ingram, Ed Dupont and John Kasiewics are just a few of the stellar guests he dug up for the studio project), I wouldn't be too worried about his replacement.

Besides, Paul, you know no matter who Eric finds for gigs, you'll always have home behind the throne with him in the studio. You've got that natural chemistry ... and your price is right.

A fan from MA........2000-07-17

This music comes from the soul. There's no denying his originality. This is evident in Eric's unique voice and song writing.

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