QUEEN OF NIGHT, all swirling in mystic traditions from Kabbalah to Sufi, is an eclectic journey through Ella Leya's past, a return to every culture she's ever known. "High points include KABBALISTIC PRAYER, which sports a ... more »Middle-Eastern vibe that's the aural equivalent of a snake charmer at work, and the more straightforward, radio-friendly DON'T YOU KNOW, which brings to mind CRUEL INVENTIONS-era Sam Phillips. Additionally, the album boasts several ballads that document in moving fashion the effort to embrace life in the aftermath of a calamitous loss." Russell Hall, Goldmine QUEEN OF NIGHT is a tribute to Ella Leya's son, Sergey. Song "Kabbalistic Prayer" is featured in movie "Ocean's 12".« less
QUEEN OF NIGHT, all swirling in mystic traditions from Kabbalah to Sufi, is an eclectic journey through Ella Leya's past, a return to every culture she's ever known. "High points include KABBALISTIC PRAYER, which sports a Middle-Eastern vibe that's the aural equivalent of a snake charmer at work, and the more straightforward, radio-friendly DON'T YOU KNOW, which brings to mind CRUEL INVENTIONS-era Sam Phillips. Additionally, the album boasts several ballads that document in moving fashion the effort to embrace life in the aftermath of a calamitous loss." Russell Hall, Goldmine QUEEN OF NIGHT is a tribute to Ella Leya's son, Sergey. Song "Kabbalistic Prayer" is featured in movie "Ocean's 12".
"I heard Ella Leya's Kabbalistic Prayer song on a Northwest Airlines in-flight music station of all places. This music really stood out from the standard homogenized fare one gets during a flight. I was transfixed at her beautiful voice and her blend of eastern and western musical influences. Expecting to find a complete CD of similar musical sounds, I ordered the CD from Amazon. I was pleasantly surprised to find the CD contained a diverse spectrum of music and influences like word beat, middle east, Russian, jazz and rock. `Sorry' and `Kabbalistic Prayer' and 'Little Boy' are clearly my favourite tracks on this CD, but Leya's decidedly change of pace rocker `Queen of Night' [Cher: cover this tune, it has your name stamped all over it!] show that she seems very comfortable recording in many musical genres. I highly recommend this CD for someone looking for quality, beyond-the-ordinary talent."
A spectacular CD
LAWRENCE B. STARR | Los Angeles | 12/30/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I was knocked out and flat out thrilled with the moving music and lyrics of Ella Leya's "Queen of the Night." The songs had a haunting quality and were extremely touching. I particularly enjoyed the track titled "Fish Mario." It truly touched a nerve in me!
I would HIGHLY recommend this gifted artist to any music fan!"
Simply Amaing!!!!!
LAWRENCE B. STARR | 12/12/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I received Ella's CD as a gift, and I was simply amazed by the emotion and power felt from listening to this CD. The music is outstanding; calming, yet invigorating. It makes you want to smile, laugh, cry, and sing along all at the same moment. I can listen to Ella's music while driving in the car, getting dressed in the morning, studying, and relaxing. It is simply amazing. I can't wait to hear more of Ella Leya's work. She is truly a wondrful singer, with a voice that is like none other, and her words are all her own. I wish her good luck, and I am anxious to hear more from Ella.Everyone should pick up a copy. It is undoubtedly worth it!"
Queen of the Night
LAWRENCE B. STARR | 12/12/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Ella Leya's Queen of the Night is hard to categorize - is it pop or jazz or cabaret? Are its origins Russian or Arabic or Jewish? The enchantment of this album comes from the mixture and juxtaposition of styles. Like the lyrics, the voice itself is sometimes joyous, sometimes haunting. I think most listeners will find themselves drawn deeper and deeper into the complex world of this enchanting music."
My New Favorite CD
LAWRENCE B. STARR | 12/11/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is amazing! I am impressed by the range of emotions Ella Leya expresses and by the many musical styles she draws from and shapes into a sound that is entirely unique and new. Most of all, this is an emotional journey that will have you alternately dancing, crying, tapping your toes, reflecting... This is truly a masterful piece of work. The Kabbalistic Prayer is hauntingly beautiful, and the more modern songs are progressive yet touchingly truthful."