Tony Roc Adamo
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Genre: Funk / Nu-Jazz / Soul
Location SANTA CLARA, California, Un
Profile Views: 278439
Last Login: 12/12/2012
Member Since 10/17/2006
Record Label Urbanzonerecords
Type of Label Indie
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USNewJazz.com Review Tony Adamo www.strokeland.com A beat poet for the new generation? Or a jazz-funk crooner? Take your pick. I think that either one of these characterizations could easily describe Tony Adamo. Tony comes to USNewJazz.com with two tracks from his recently released CD – "What is Hip" "What is Hip?" When I first heard this cover of the Tower of Power song from 1973, it brought back memories of other spoken word songs. However, Tony's offering is not as "gimmicky" as these other songs. There is a strong sense of cool sophistication in the way he delivers the lyrics. It doesn't hurt that he has a set of smooth pipes. It also doesn't hurt that a great group of musicians that add so much to this song backs him. A special "thumbs up" to Sandy Griffith, whose background vocals give this song a real (for lack of a better reference) "Motown Feel". "Cold Duck Time" Tony does a laid-back and funky version of this Eddie Harris and Les McCann song from their 1969 album - "Swiss Movement". On this track, Tony shows (once again) his smooth vocals. Melecio Magdalugo on sax is a great foil for Tony's vocals. Neil Larsen on organ brings an undercurrent of soul to the party. This is without a doubt a fine tribute to one of jazz's classic tracks. Jeff's Favorite: "What is Hip?" Jeff's Final Thought: For me, Tony's renditions conjure up visions of the classic "cocktail party". Others have called his music a combination of the big band and sound with a seasoned Vegas lounge singer. I agree with those comparisons. However, it is much more than that for me. Taking a quick tour of this CD, you will find a number of good versions of classic songs. Some of the standouts include "Make a Memory", "Calling" and an interesting version of the Beatles "Eleanor Rigby". The combination of smooth vocals, spoken word and, solid arrangements make this album complete. I am really having a hard time thinking of contemporary comparisons for Tony. I think that he is without a true equal. Others have said that you could compare him to Tom Jones or Lou Rawls. I'll throw Dean Martin into that mix. Still, there really is no comparison. Jeff Niziol e-mail: USNewJazzJeff@hotmail.com -
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'Doc' Kupka gets hip to Tony Adamo's "What is Hip" "I love Tony's version of "What Is Hip?". He evokes the beatnik-bongo days of my youth and gives a whole new slant to a hard-charging funk tune. Congrats to both Tony Adamo and Jerry Stucker!" Stephen 'Doc' Kupka, Tower of Power co-founder www.strokeland.com www.myspace.com/tomyrocadamo -
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Tony Adamo-Like Lou Rawls fronting Tower of Power
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Comments
- Abacay Support Japan1 year ago
Hello Tony - how are you?
There is something new from Abacay on swiss television. Don't miss it - have a look: http://www.videoportal.sf.tv/video?id=3050c1da-6b50-42a1-816f-2d5f523a741d
Have fun and a nice week!
Melany - Music Xray1 year ago
Thanks for being part of Music Xray and keep the music coming. Good luck with the opportunities available for your music we hope there is a match. Let us know if you need any help! - PHOTO1 year ago
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Ibiza 2011,visiting the famous Radiostation, with a fantastic Paul Lomax,Lia Weller, Deva Alchi, and of course Miguel Gardji and Jose Maria Ramon from Global Radio............enjoy and have fun Photo
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http://youtu.be/5tTZf4MaG08 - Eric Clapton Tribute Ba…1 year ago
Ciao Tony ! Auguriamo a tutti buone vacanze, e ci rivediamo a Settembre per una nuova strepitosa stagione musicale!!
Hi Tony ! We hope you pass good holidays, we'll back again on September for a new amazing season!! - S1 Studios1 year ago
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IBIZA 2011,visiting Paul Lomax and CocoBeach Club.Check out his new Album:CocoBeach IBIZA.
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