Songwriters in Seattle

Tag: rock

  • Review of Jabi Shriki’s CD and Release Party “Puzzle Pieces”

    Review of Jabi Shriki’s CD and Release Party “Puzzle Pieces”

     

    CD Release Party at The Gypsy Cafe in Fremont featuring Jabi Shriki, with special guests Eric Haber and Roo Forrest

    Eric Habér, who also helped on the CD Puzzle Pieces opened the show with a mellow acoustic set warming us up for the rest of the evening. Eric’s sound seems reminiscent of late 60’s “ballad-like” Brit pop. Soft, sweet, sardonic, this guy totally reminds me of the mellower yet still powerful Rolling Stones. Check out his Digital Album at: http://erichaber.bandcamp.com/

     

    Roo Forrest played a rather creative set with a cello and bongo accompaniment ranging from his serious and masterfully written “Istanbul” to a well performed, albeit unusual, cover of “Fulsom Prison blues” which was accompanied by inserts during instrumental breaks of poems by Anne Frank (Roo’s sublimely unusual). And finally ending his set with an amusing political assessment of our current presidential candidate situation, complete with costumes, props, and subtle but witty gimmicks, fitting into his song an introduction to our highlight and star of the evening Jabi Shriki. On a side note “Istanbul” was requested from the audience, it was the first time I’d heard it and it blew me away. I don’t know if this song is available for listen but you can check out Roo’s debut CD at: http://www.rooforrest.com

    Roo Forrest and Friends

     

    Kicking off his west coast tour Jabi seemed not only relaxed but at home on stage playing selections from his current CD ‘Puzzle Pieces’ and songs from past releases as well. The show itself felt more “at home” than concert-like, partly owing to the fact of the living room-like setting that the Gypsy seems to be famous for, but also the ease with which the performers played. Puzzle Pieces takes on this relaxed, familiar, yet original and inspirational sound; Meditation rock with a Mid-Eastern influence. Look for upcoming dates on Jabi’s tour at: http://www.jabi.us

    Jabi Shriki

     

    The Puzzle Pieces CD

    Jabi’s previous releases had a more esoteric feel to them, this one is a bit more pop – not losing that esoteric eastern sound but actually adding to it. Mellow 80’s comes to mind but definitely not so much softer, as “smoother.” David Bowie meets Sheila Chandra is the feel I get from Puzzle Pieces. Some songs working better than others, as in most albums, but the overall feel is both meditative and mesmerizing. The track “Undertones” is almost anthem-like in sound and lyric. “Intro” – track 9 – is a simple yet enchanting guitar piece. But as “Inverse Seconds” begins I bring the top down and crank up the heat, on this winter’s evening. While drifting down the highway I’m traveling, I release the song into the night, feeling really “cool” that I’m from Seattle…’cause so is Jabi Shriki.

     

     

  • SiS Podcast: Jabi Shriki (aka Tobias the Owl)

    SiS Podcast: Jabi Shriki (aka Tobias the Owl)

    Jabi Shriki
    Pop/Rock musician Jabi Shriki is interviewed by SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky. Jabi shares tracks from his new album, Puzzle Pieces, and the philosphy behind them as well as a new tune played live.


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  • Matthew Meadows

    Matthew Meadows is a rock guitarist and singer with a background in computer programming and ballet dancing. This is one smart and talented guy! His latest recorded collection of songs, Etherati, is making waves as he puts his tech skills to use with tireless online promotion. Matthew rocks and many people are taking notice! He’s played in a number of bands, both in Seattle as well as his former home of Austin, TX, but mostly pushes on these days as a solo artist. What exciting musical conquests does Matthew have in mind for the future? Learn more about him (and connect with him) on his Reverbnation page. He’s even got a new tune called “The Ringmaster” – check it out!

    His YouTube channel has some really interesting raw takes and crazy guitar shredding! You can view and subscribe here.

    Lastly, Matthew’s SiS podcast visit was a lot of fun as he walked us through not only his music, but how he approaches promotion and connecting with the right people in the industry. You can listen to that here.

  • SiS Podcast: Matthew Meadows

    January, 2011

    Matthew Meadows
    SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky interviews rock guitarist and singer Matthew Meadows. They discuss his new EP Etherati, using online services for promotion, and the influence of ballet on his music. An unplugged live version of “The Mistress” finishes off the podcast.


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    Click here to read more about this podcast from Chris’s blog archive.

  • SiS Podcast: Jeff Hatch

    November, 2010

    Jeff Hatch
    SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky interviews songwriter and former SiS Organizer Jeff Hatch. They discuss his album “Rosa Mystica” under the name Ponyno, his longtime Seattle music ambitions and where he goes from here.


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