Author: Donavon Frankenreiter

Features:

• Move By Yourself (2006-06-06)

Format: Remixes included

Release Date: 06-06-2006

Details: Amazon.ca Former pro surfer Donavon Frankenreiter rides a new wave on his sophomore effort. A change in labels from mentor Jack Johnson's Brushfire to Lost Highway finds the bearded, long-haired, doe-eyed singer/songwriter channeling his inner Talking Book-era Steve Wonder on this occasionally funky and consistently engaging keyboard-dominated album. His dreamy, near-falsetto voice floats through these soulful slices of pop perfection. The low-boil funk and nonchalant vocals sometimes recall Curtis Mayfield or Boz Scaggs in their casual, yet distinctive approach. An offhand natural warmth oozes from this recording that finds the singer and his band tapping an earthy groove. Nothing seems rushed or forced, as the musicians lock into the sunshiny, blue-eyed, melodic R&B vibe. A few more upbeat cuts like the irresistible title track and the riff-driven "That's Too Bad" might have added more supple firepower, but even the ballads connect with a rootsy low-key charm. Frankenreiter hasn't entirely forsaken his tropical beach-boy charm, as shown by the closing "Beautiful Day," but Move by Yourself is a refreshing twist that proves the artist is far more than a surf bum who picked up music to occupy his downtime on a rainy day. --Hal Horowitz Product Description "The surfing keeps me alive, and the music keeps me grounded". Donavon frankenreiter currently resides in laguna beach, california. Among the things he loves are his wife, his son, his guitar and the ocean.A gold-selling artist in australia, frankenreiter releases his new album 'move by yourself' this may. His first release on the illustrious lost highway label, 'move by yourself' incorporates a soulful 70's influenced sound backed by a stellar band to create a unique home-grown funk!

UPC: 602518092692

EAN: 0602518092692

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood