The
Bossa Nova rhythms on Los Angeles singer/songwriter Julianna
Raye's inspired new cd, Dominoes, are
so gentle and relaxing you almost take the heartaching beauty of these
songs for granted. The songs have a cinematic allure, drawing you in without
overwelming the music's sensual mood. Raye has managed to capture the
essence of this classic Brazillian style while maintaining her unique
identity; recalling a bygone era while sounding absolutely current. The
record features sublime performances from Dave Palmer, Jay Bellerose,
Reggie Hamilton and Bill Semain, some of the finest ensemble players working
today. Her tales of love are intimate yet universal, taking listeners
hungry for true romance on an evocative and sublime journey.
Julianna
Raye’s second solo effort, Restless Night,
captures one of those rare, defining moments in the ever-capricious
chronicle of popular music. After an abscence of nearly a decade
since her critically acclaimed, major-label debut effort, Raye has
re-emerged with an extraordinary independent release. She and producer
Ethan Johns have crafted an enticing foray into the wearisome search
for love amidst the creeping vapors of Los Angeles nightlife.
