Culled from recordings over a four-year period, the music has an acoustic based, rustic flavor drawing from sources like folk, country and bluegrass, but set in a contemporary rock format. That bluegrass feel is apparen... more »t on the opener, "Not Too Far Away", with its mandolin and banjo textures. The plaintive "Where I Long To Be" features sweet violins. Some diversity comes by the way of "Mad Piper" where organs and wah-wah guitar reveal a more classic rock feel. The easy going "Times Like These" is a bit more orchestrated, moving through several passages, including one with a late sixties Brian Wilson vibe. A female voice complements Erik's clean high vocals on "In Everyday" and "Smoke Rise" features tasty pedal steel guitar. Subtly employing instruments like cello, french horn, violin, and organ, the album skillfully blends a variety of colors« less
Culled from recordings over a four-year period, the music has an acoustic based, rustic flavor drawing from sources like folk, country and bluegrass, but set in a contemporary rock format. That bluegrass feel is apparent on the opener, "Not Too Far Away", with its mandolin and banjo textures. The plaintive "Where I Long To Be" features sweet violins. Some diversity comes by the way of "Mad Piper" where organs and wah-wah guitar reveal a more classic rock feel. The easy going "Times Like These" is a bit more orchestrated, moving through several passages, including one with a late sixties Brian Wilson vibe. A female voice complements Erik's clean high vocals on "In Everyday" and "Smoke Rise" features tasty pedal steel guitar. Subtly employing instruments like cello, french horn, violin, and organ, the album skillfully blends a variety of colors
CD Reviews
Great CD!!!!!
01/14/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Erik Cerame comes from a musical family...Both his brother and Dad are musicians and his dad had played in many bands since the 60's...As a musican myself, I have listened to Erik's CD and found it to be a great CD both in words and music...I do recommend anyone interested in original music to get this CD...You won't be sorry..."
Incredible!
fred | Heaven | 02/19/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Pick this one up - it will instantly become a favorite. The songs will grow on you like classics. I've often wondered why I have not heard this talent on the radio. If you enjoy great folk style music (like cat stevens, jim croce, and james taylor), then introduce yourself to Eric Cerame. The music flows like water, and I find myself singing the song in me head as I watch the morning sun rise. A timeless classic masterpiece - your collection is incomplete without this CD."
A brilliantly crafted musical masterpiece
troncone | Lyndhurst, NJ USA | 01/29/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Years in the making, Erik Cerame's debut album, "In the Light of the Morning," is a sensoral masterpiece yearning to be experienced. The tenderness of this disc is astonishing, as it both transcends musical style and period. Cerame's soulful harmonies, precision guitar work and complex arrangements make this album a must-own. Don't wait, buy it today, as it is sure to be a collector's item in years to come..."
Great Debut Album!!
Matt Zasadinski | NJ | 02/17/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I highly recommend Erik Cerame's debut album "In the light of the morning." After hearing the music for the first time in a live setting, I immediately purchased the CD. I have listened to this CD numerous times and each time it just gets better and better. Erik's smooth vocals are pleasing to the ear and the accompanying guest musicians on the CD add nice textures that make this album complete."
Enjoyable CD and Live Performer
Matt Zasadinski | 05/01/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Erik's music is sincere and gentle, and speaks with certain insight"
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1