Jana Mashonee | New Moon Born
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Jana Mashonee | New Moon Born
Coming from Miss Molly Records, accomplished Native American Singer Jana Mashonee offers music listeners a sense of pop music, blended sequentially with contemporary R&B ballads in "New Moon Born". The album boasts 17 tracks, much of which is written & co-produced by Jana & partnered with Stephen Galfas.
The self-described "Urban Indian" passionately lays a lot of her inner spirit down for "New Moon Born", her 4th deal to date. Many of the songs caters to a lot of ballads, upbeat energetic tunes. Pop rhythmic in total feel & texture, with a slight edgy overtone in R&B tapestry. Jana's range is undeniably precious, considering the arrangements conducted on various songs.
One of those arrangements & songs, which has been covered by many artists, is the soulful Sam Cooke classic "A Change Is Gonna Come", a duet with
"Carousel" was a highly appreciated measure of excellence. Take a sound check on that one if you have time to spare & hone in on Jana's overall delivery. From start to finish.
The general reflection of the entire disc is mere pop music & a tap of soft rock. Although at times a few tracks were slightly hip & a bit edgy on a few, what stands tall for me is the golden Native American Voice Jana Mashonee stood up for. I could feel the calmness in her vocal style, a sense of spiritual delivery. The album could be a bridge for both worlds of both Pop & R&B music. It all would have to depend on the ear of the listener. Nevertheless, its quite a different approach by all means. No matter what, she left quite a stir on me. A beautiful voice to be reckoned with & it should be acknowledged. Keep in mind, she has already won numerous awards from over the past 10 years or so. This one may end up falling on another award nomination list.
It gets 4 out of 5 stars.
George Strand
The Urban Music Scene
Thanks for this review...I just discovered Jana Mashonee myself through a friend and I'm floored! Where has this incredible voice been hiding?! How she's not a household name is a mystery...soon to come I hope! Anyone who loves a true vocal ability and GREAT songs needs to get this CD. It's one of those CD's you keep in your car so when you're driving to something you don't want to be going to like a family dinner or stressful meeting, it brings up your spirit and you end up being perfectly happy when you arrive...at least for me...it's moving, fun and damn! The girl's voice gives me chills!
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You will find this album is filled with jewels of extraordinary splendor. From the first cut to the final bonus treat, a magnificant collection of pure talent. I've listened to Jana Mashonee since her first album "Flash of a Firefly" and I have not found a single song I do not love and listen to daily.
2010 is Jana's year listen to her music & you will want to buy her music it's so good you will want to listen again & again. I keep her in my pocket all the time. Everyone should have a "Pocket Angel" you will find none better. I look forward to her next album & her new book with joy and excitment. Don't listen to me! Listen to Jana and hear for yourselves. you will see I speak only the truth.
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Really great music and I urge anyone who reads this to consider buying any of Jana's cds. It would be such a shame if you denied yourself that pleasure!
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