XILEHOM could be best described as a progressive pop rock songwriting collective. The songs are written and arranged by Wen and Denny Presley. Wen moved from London, Ontario in 2006 to pursue a career in music and in the process, met Denny in Nashville, who was hired to help arrange a monstrous stack of nearly 400 songs written by Wen in less than one year. In the process, a distinct sound and collaborative songwriting partnership was honed and fine tuned, into a unique style which staunchly refuses to be classified.
Soon after discovering their sound, the two embarked upon the daunting task of finding a group of individuals who could help bring it to light. They hit paydirt off the bat by finding cellist Deidre Emerson. Classically trained, as well as having an ear for pop rock, Deidre got the material right away and added her distinct haunting cello parts, allowing the three to begin playing various showcases and writer’s nights to great response.
Though satisfied with the acoustic trio format, the three found that the material was calling for a full band. Denny enlisted his old friend and sought after drummer, Ken Stanley. Hailing from San Francisco, Ken has played with a plethora of artists from California and Nashville. Bringing a thunderous drum sound, while remaining tasteful and dynamic, Ken is an integral member of the collective.
After trying out a handful of bass players, Ken Stanley suggested his friend from California, Jane Sentner, would be perfect for the job. Jane fell right in having played with Ken at various times throughout their careers, providing a deliciously tight rhythm section.Jane masterfully provides a solid low end while tastefully dancing melodically along the nether regions of the fretboard where only the brave dare to tread.
2009 has found the five in the studio twice to record their first two offerings, which will be available in December of 2009. After that, the band plans to tour extensively and stomp on the terra, to deliver their unique blend of classical prog-pop/rock.
You have traveled far, but you have not moved an inch. You have been here before in your memory's distance. Soon to remember all the wonder of this magical place, soon to be forgotten all the troubles of the rat race. The only thing that seperates you from here and there, is the grown-up mind that spins your thoughts into the illusion seen in the mirror.
This is just the beginning.
This is the end.
This is the awesome merry-go-round of life .....
My friend.
Look while not looking, beyond the reflection that you see, welcome to Xilehom where you too, can be the dream.XoX
Thank you for sharing knowledge and provoking thought with the messages in the songs. It has been pleasant to lay here and listen to recordings. Waters, still as glass as i drift along. Rest well when you get there.
Hi Folks. I am stopping by again and again....... I love the acoustic guitars and the vocals. Your songs are really good, very original. I wish you the best of luck.
some nice music to enjoy my work in the desert (Sahara) of Algeria.Best wishes in this holy month
“Our Lady of Guadalupe”
“She was the beginning of what we can truly call the new world where men and women of all backgrounds could live and work in peace”, St Anthony Messenger
Christmas Prayer:
DEAR INFANT JESUS IN ASHORT TIME YOU WILL COME TO VISIT US AND YOUR HOLY, DIVINE COMING IS FULL OF PEACE, JOY AND LOVE FOR ME AND EVERYONE OUR HEARTS ARE FULL OF YOUR LOVE IN OUR DAILY LIFE DEAR JESUS PLEASE HELP ALL YOUR DEVOTEES AROUND THE WORLD THANKS MY DEAR LORD
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