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Her new album
“Someone To Hold” is a diverse work incorporating elements of Pop , Smooth
Jazz & R&B contrasted against the wonderful atmosphere of Mother Africa.
A unique atmosphere that is both modern & alluring , reflects a prism
of pastel water colors set against an audio-sonic wash “Lonely, Lonely”
is a joyous ride of delight via flute & steel drum splashes in an ocean
of melodic Vox Contrastingly
, “Flying High” is a sultry piece of moody lyrical intrigue. Reminiscent
of Sade with a glimmering of modern adult contemporary panache “Ada Nma” takes
an acoustic guitar arrangement with an off time signature drum beat. This
tune is a real pleasure to behold in a World Beat mode , complimented
by Enyioma’s rich & full tenor Vocals “Biko Biakutem”
charges out of the gate with Horn flourishes & R&B flair. A double time
percussion groove , charges forward with exuberance “Keep On Trying”
is complimented by multiple harmonic background Voices & the ambiance
of a moonlit night “Odigi Onye
Ozo” hip hops its way into a dance pulse with Male Vox backgrounds ; Whereas
“Lets Build Africa” exudes a full bore atmosphere of striking Urban &
World textural hybrid sounds. Set with an intrigue of lyrical & social
conscience , this song sets a drama that touches the heart , mind & soul
of all peoples in the world “Turn Around”
is a sly tune that utilizes a dollop of clavinet , synthesis & Hip
Hop inventiveness. Enyioma’s Vocal work on this tune brings to mind Chaka
Khan. Couple this with the subtle sway of “All I’ve Got To Say” & it’s
hard to beat the tenacious melodic energy of Enyioma music ‘Dream Come
True” enters with a string introduction & poly rhythmic overtones. Enyioma’s
Vocals spotlight a diversity of timbre & emotion , that bring to mind
Stevie Wonder inflected-high tenor nuance With “Thank
You” , we are greeted with a touch of what Paul Simon was trying to do
with his African Pop hybrid excursions ; The difference being that Enyioma
pulls it off completely without a hitch. Her intrinsic feel for her muse
is unpretentious & appealing ; Contrastingly , Mr. Simon’s attempt was
stiff & unnatural Enyioma has an
energy & spirit in her music that is admirable & enticing. Her down to
earth exuberance & fluid delivery , reach out to the stars in the night
time sky & flicker the senses of a listener like a candle shimmering in
a warm evening tropical sunset |
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Enyioma
hails from Nigeria & brings to all of us a sound spectrum full of international
World Beat flavor & AC charm ; Married to her warm & earthy trademark
Voice. Her original emotive aural quality is a showcase of character &
ease of delivery