Here's a brief look at USO at Symantec Vision 2008 in Las Vegas. In fact, it's quite brief. Don't blink between :09 and :13 or you'll have missed everything. Feel free to watch the whole thing if you like but USO is the best thing about it. Except, maybe, for the guys playing Guitar Hero near the end.
Influences
Here's the short list: Carl Denson, Greyboy Allstars, Massive Attack, Portishead, Kenny Garrett, Miles Davis, Radiohead. Basically all kinds of music from all over the world.
Sounds Like
An otherworldly blend of down-tempo dub, house, soul, funk, reggae, electronic, tribal and jazz. Maybe the slideshow will help...
In early 2007 Jon Celentano (saxophone/bass guitar) sent out a signal over the airwaves and across the Internet in search of a new musical experience. At the same time, not ten minutes away, Bryan Rosenbaum, a.k.a. DJ Redu (programming, synths, digeridoo) was mulling the idea of a new collaboration. Thanks to a little divine intervention and a well-placed ad on craigslist, these two diverse musical souls connected and have created a unique mix of soul, world, funk, jazz and electronic music: the Universal Soul Orchestra.
Jon and Bryan each wear multiple musical hats: Universal Soul’s basic instrumentation just as a duo consists of saxophone, bass guitar, keyboards and sequenced percussion. Bryan loops bits and pieces of classic and new funk, soul, reggae and electronica to create a rhythmic bed. Jon adds the bass to give it a pulse and then layers saxophone melodies that go from earthy funk to acid jazz. Bryan then adds the hypnotic drone of the didgeridoo. The resulting grooves range from energetic, driving dance music to an atmospheric trance-like vibe.
As a duo USO can create music that is improvised live on-the-spot based on the vibe and energy of the particular event. Or for a more traditional full band sound, Universal Soul Orchestra can be expanded up to a quartet (adding guitar or additional keyboards and live percussion) if the event calls for a larger ensemble.
Universal Soul Orchestra invites you to experience the excitement of this unique sound.
Giving you a heads-up about our upcoming performance showcase. So if anyone in your community of talent would like to submit their work for the show, we are still looking for a couple of strong acts! Also, this is an invitation to our production mixer this Sunday at The Artisan. Hope to see you there!
Drear Friends & Creative Colleagues
Once more we plunge into the breach, as we begin our production run for the second installment of Dream City's 10MINUTEMAX!
We are again building a fantastic show, highlighting the power and diversity of the Las Vegas performance scene! This installment already includes some amazing acts: Taiko Drumming, Acrobatic Steppin', Modern Dance, Haunting Gothic Musical Acts, Aerialists, a Fashion Show and more are taking part in the show, and we are still seeking a small number of select artists to join us in representing the State Of The Arts in our city.
We will be honored by your participation.
Please join us this Sunday August 24 from 9pm at The Artisan, where we will enjoy the ambience and libations at the bar, get to know each other better,share further information regarding the show, and accept submissions for performance work into the series!
Bring any promo material you may have to illustrate your act, and be prepared to have fun and meet a fabulous assortment of local talent.
For more information on the 10MINUTEMAX performance showcase, please visit www. dreamcityvegas. com
Yours Sincerely, (((M))) Marco Landin Dream City Presents
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I am awed at the vibe you create together. Let me know if ever I can help you in one of your shows. And I'll definitely be calling you up for more performances. Peace, (((M)))
Saw you guys play at the Lionheart Theater's performance of Beckett's Act W/Out Words I & II last weekend-- your music really complimented the play-- excellent job, enjoyed it.
