CD Review
Tommy Z
Universal Love
(South Blossom Records 2005 )
by Sarah French
www.sweetsarahblues.com
Review date: July 2005
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One of Western New York’s best-kept secrets is an exceptional guitarist and vocalist Tommy Z. With a unique blend of Rock N’ Roll fused Blues, the new CD “Universal Love” proves to be a refreshing listen. The Tommy Z Band is subtle with their delivery, yet each track is in your face with soulful lyrics and sizzling performances from each of the talented personnel in the band.
The opening track ‘Almost Heaven’ is a wonderful example of Tommy’s exceptional vocals and guitar slinging. A beautiful love song, lyrically and musically, it paves the mood for the whole disc. ‘The Lovin’ I Miss’ is a stellar, modern Blues track, complete with horns courtesy of The Salvation Horns featuring Jazz legend, Chu Nero. Reminiscent of older R&B, this stand out track is fun, funky and very hot. Leaning a little on the heavier side, ‘Justice’ is a radio friendly track, one that would be a great addition to a road trip mix. My favorite track on here is ‘Watered Down Love’. It is defiantly classic Blues, with boogie-woogie keyboard, smokin’ guitar riffs and bone chilling lyrics about a cheating woman and the man’s way out.
Each track on this collection is original, modern and fresh. “Universal Love” proves to be a killer CD with exceptional performances from Tommy Z (vocals and guitars), Chu Nero (keyboards and horns), Rodney Appleby (bass), Paul Campanella (drums) and legendary producer Nick Blagona on additional percussion. All in all “Universal Love” is a fluid combination of R&B, Jazz, Blues, Funk, and Swing. For purchasing and tour information visit www.tommyzband.com.
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