Learning as I go along in life


One aspect that Scott Leonard called ‘the seamy underbelly’ of Rockapella history
January 26, 2011, 7:51 am
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At least the harmony has this gorgeous tone that one would expect from the Sean Altman era of Rockapella.

Here, we also see the beginning of Scott releasing his hair from the confines of mullets and gel.

That wall practically drips with 90′s aesthetic.

ETA: Purple and pink Sean? Really?



You have no idea how happy this video makes me.

Album Reviews: Nice Kitty by fi-Ling Fader
October 11, 2010, 3:54 am
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Before you read this, I just want to let you know I am not exactly happy with this review, but I have put this on the back burner for a long time.  In other words, I edited this the best I could and said, “Forget it, I’m going to put it out there and move on.”

Before 1man1mike and Tokyo Robots, Scott Leonard released a solo album with instruments!  All in all, it’s a cute album if you like pop-rock.  It has quirky lyrics with a poppy sound that was so predominant in the early 90′s.  However, you have to order it off Scott Leonard’s website.  I must say, it is weird hearing him sing along with a full band (Yes I know, he sang with the Boston Pops, but still…).

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Album Review: “Bang,” by Rockapella

So, Rockapella has finally released a new album with their new member, Stephen Dorian taking the place of Kevin Wright.  I downloaded the whole thing off iTunes.  I must say, I do love the swanky Maurice Binder style cover.

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Saw Rockapella again for the third time
September 22, 2010, 4:15 pm
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Memorable moments

New guy (Stephen Dorian) is good.

They upgraded their show with little short films. 

I think they sang Thunderball before their song Bang.

The woman they pulled up on stage to sing to cracked everyone up with her actions.    However, I do think she got drunk after the show. 

The more I listen to John K. Brown, the more I love his voice.

I downloaded their new album (FINALLY!!!) Bang and I will review it later.



Album Review: Scott Leonard’s Tokyo Robots
May 3, 2010, 5:12 pm
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Hey, did you know that Scott Leonard has a second album out?  I do now, and I am reviewing it.  The album goes by the name, Tokyo Robots and follows in the same style of his previous album, 1man1mike.  He makes the sounds himself and even the album covers have the same font style.  However, instead of a black album cover, this CD now has a white album cover with lots of silkscreen style photography of Tokyo itself.  Remember, Scott lived in Japan for a time.  And guess what?  I received another thank you note from Scott himself. 

Regarding this review, unlike the others I had already listened many times before I actually started this blog.  However, I am going to review this CD as I listen to it for the very first time. 

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And now, Rockapella’s “Use Me”….seen from another angle.

Yeah.



Ah, early 90′s fashion….

According to the Youtube description, this is Rockapella singing “Won’t Be Long” on Japanese TV with a group that I don’t know the name.  If anyone who reads this and knows who they are, just drop me a message.



ROCKAPELLA

ROCKAPELLA, originally uploaded by Solevoci.



And now….a dance break.


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