*******Russ Aimz******* Click above link now to listen to full songs and find links to some of the musos listed below to find more details about them.
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Other musicians that performed on the album
Sarah Busuttil – Violin***
Ashley Mel'iki Shoup - Keyboards and Classical Guitar***
Sonny Ismail - Bass guitar***
Elyan Fernova – Drums. Elyan thanks the Le Soprano drums and Ufip Cymbals***
Bob Kohler – Didjeridoo***
Caz Gannell – Cello***
Rolf Popp - Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin***
Additional vocals:
Christine Kounnas***
Paula Jane Reid - (Vanessa Amorossi’s BV)***
Russ Aimz***
Additional percussion:
Danny Simcic***
Chris Wilson on ‘Matthew’ and ‘Victoria’
(From Chris Wilson Recordings)
Played Drums, bass, keys, guitar 2
Influences
VOCAL INFLUENCES: James Reyne, Billy Idol, Mick Jagger, Mike Reno, Benny Mardones, Rod Stewart, Brian Johnson, Axel Rose, Daniel Johns, Tina Turner, Jimmy Barnes, Robbie Williams
For ENCOURAGEMENT and INSPIRATION:
Leanne, David Jaanz, Kristy Proudlock and John Albanez
BAND/ARTIST INFLUENCES:
Billy Idol, Generation X, Madonna, Nelly Furtado, Pink, Avril Lavigne, Gwen Stefani, Bon Jovi, Most Australian 80’s groups (there were tons of GREAT ones way too many to mention, so just a few are), Jimmy Barnes, kylie Minouge, Paul Kelly, James Reyne, Aussie Crawl, Ross Wilson, Mondo Rock, Pseudo Echo etc. Silver Chair, Robbie Williams, Loverboy, America, Stevie Nicks, Fleetwood Mac, U2, No Doubt, David Bowie, Mick Jagger, Steve Tyler, Neil Diamond, Meat Loaf, Tina Turner, Pat Benatar, Blondie, Joan Armatrading, Rod Stewart, Billy Ocean, Bryan Adams, Tracy Chapman, John Mellencamp, Billy Joel, The Go Go’s, Martha and the Muffins, The B-52’s, Duran Duran, Meo 245, Matt Finish, Ultravox, Guns ’n’ Roses, Motley Crue, Skid Row, AC/DC. Too many more to mention...............
Sounds Like
A very hairy bulldog being catapulted into outer space
~We are happy to say that "Cruze" is also still available on 'CD', see blog (via 'View All Blog Entries' link) for physical stores closest to your house.
QUOTE from Aine ---
"Happy New Year! I found you on Lindsey Buckingham's page - I downloaded Gypsy off iTunes and liked it so much I bought the rest of the album - it's great, well done! Aine x"
I just want to say i love this C.D, Russ Aimz did an amazing job and he has an incredible voice can..t wait for the next C.D...sonia. Reviewer: Sonia Rivera
RADIO HOLSTEBRO, Denmark
"Got it today, thanks a lot
really great album"
Kjell Andreassen
Dear Russ,
At the moment Your track THE GRAMPIANS SONG
is placed among the 10 most requested
titles at our RTW program. Congratulations! All the best and lots of success!
Christian Claesberg
DJ: Andrea Stolle, Radio Teutoburger Wald, Herford, GERMANY.
Sensational first review of 'Cruze'
Overall the record is a gem - a real artistic effort from a talented singer/songwriter who is carving his own voice. Quote taken from earbuzz.com review. For full review see www.russaimz.com
Cruze Debut Leads To Appetite For More.
Reviewer: Mary Ouimette-Kinney
A visual artist and writer who has worked with musicians including Meat Loaf, I was immediately attracted to Cruze. Aimz' blend of pop and modern styles with a folk flavor elicits a truly unique sound. Although "Cruze" can be described as upbeat, exuberant, passionate, and inspirational, this strong imagery has not been overpainted. Well crafted and produced, "Cruze" offers an entire package: an ensemle of acoustic instruments, beautiful voices, and thoughtful lyrics complemented by beautiful cover art. The result is full, rich music that is unique enough to stand on it's own, but tight enough to carry it's own in the presence of the pop and folk idols who inspired Aimz. This debut album left me wanting more. I have recommended the CD to friends and colleagues.
Melbourne based singer/songwriter/guitarist Russ Aimz has finally dropped his much awaited debut album. Beautifully presented with original artwork, pics etc, Cruze is the kind of album perfect for those long country drives, capturing the very essence of the places Russ writes and sings about. Able to hold a note well and with some truly inspirational sounds, Aimz leaves his mark. Adding his own version of Fleetwood Macs Gypsy shows Russ likes to challenge himself while also demonstrating his range and diversity. Best songs range from the slow moving Here We Are through the upbeat, earthy folk feel of Postcard to the haunting Mathew. With numerous awards behind him, Russ is well on the way to following his idols success we wish him well. Reviewer [Mark Rasmussen ~ The Buzz Magazine] (Aus)
"As a small child after witnessing Meatloaf on TV, passionately singing to a microphone, scarf draped around his neck, sweat pouring off his forehead and a female pressed close against him, he was hooked from that moment on. Although it would be sometime later, when Russ finally had enough courage to do the same himself".
Russ has been performing live since 2000.
Recordings: - Debut album "Cruze" Rock/Folk/Pop. Also recorded 5 independent singles (non-store releases).
Achievements/Awards: - "Cruze" was recently awarded album of the week on 8ccc Alice Springs, Aus. Russ received a Certificate of Merit in the A.S.A songwriting awards, for his song titled VICTORIA. which has now (re-mixed) found its way onto the "Cruze" debut album and was included on the Nannup festival CD as well. He also received an EXCELLENCE award in his advanced singing class from the Jaanz School of Singing.
For further info: - Interview bookings, photos, CD signings and in-store appearances please contact Russ!
Hey Russ!!!! Been forever since we talked! You must be twittering! How are you and how is the music coming along? :) Just wanted to pop in and say HI!!!!
To all our myspace friends only (wont be offered through the store!!!) we are offering a huge 40% discount off all ESP and LTD guitars...If you purchase a 200 400 500 or a 1000 Series Guitar you will also recieve a FREE GRM Guitar Rig Mobile valued at $299, cya soon :P P.S. Huge GIBSON and EPIPHONE sale coming soon....
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The Fourth Annual Wave Gathering Emerging Artist Music Festival will be held in Asbury Park, NJ on June 19th, 20th, & 21st. Tickets for one- and three-day passes for the 2009 Wave Gathering are available now for sale online and by phone via TicketWeb. http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/EventListings.action?orgId=23381
Hows life treating you? Sorry i've been a bad Myspace friend!!! Guess it would help if i logged into myspace more often!! lol Hope your keeping well and smiling heaps :)
Hey Russ! I am so happy to hear your studio is up and running! I am taking a two week hiatus from ebay but will start again this weekend... Got to be too much with my job and everything else... But i have lots of great stuff to sell! Have you found anything yet to throw on there and make some money with? :) i became a fan of yours on facebook and friend requested you as well... if i twitter too i am screwed! I can't keep up with all these damn social sites! But i am betting i will be on there soon.. :)
Hey Sweetie! Long time, no talk! How are you? Studio up and running I hope? Are you on Facebook by any chance... you know FB is the place to be! Hope you are doing well and that you are writing some lovely music.... xoxo Kim
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The Fourth Annual Wave Gathering Emerging Artist Music Festival will be held in Asbury Park, NJ on June 19th, 20th, & 21st. All artist submissions for the 2009 Wave Gathering Festival are currently being accepted thru Sonicbids.com Deadline for submissions: May 1, 2009
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