Album Review: Solis from Eddie Paton
Album: Solis Artist: Eddie Paton Label: Race of Tan Records Website: www.eddiepaton.com A mixture of flamenco guitar, ambient jazz, and world music, Solis , the debut solo release from guitarist, composer and arranger Eddie Paton stimulates the senses. This is a recording that arouses positive sensations from the tingling riffs of "Cafe Salsa" to the meditative swells of "Del Mar." Comprised of original works and a cover of The Police's hit single "Message In A Bottle," Solis is filled with intricate tooling that builds the tracks landscape and depth. The hypnotic and rhythmic strokes of Paton's guitar strings exude charisma across "Marisol," creating melodic patterns that dazzle the listener then whisk one away along the smooth sails of "At Paradiso." The dreamy texture of Paton's guitar strings exhibit a serenity that elicits peace of mind in the listener. Switching gears, the electronica elements of "In Th...