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Lee Feldman deserves a bigger audience

06/14/1998

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I first heard this CD at Tower records and bought it after listening to just the first two tracks. Lee Feldman is a songwriter whose musical arrangements perfectly match the intimate tone of his songs. His songs are extremely engaging, and seem deceptively simple, at first. After several listenings, they're still engaging, but not so simple. This is music to be enjoyed on a variety of levels. And this is an artist whose talent has yet to be appreciated. Excellent production by Roger Peltzman, too."

Living it All Wrong is a potent hybrid of pop styles.

01/24/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Lee Feldman's debut is a forceful mix of pop and jazz musical styles -- Randy Newman meets Art Tatum. Lyrically, the songs are minimalist yet emotionally complex stories and diary entries. They present a distinct, urban-outsider point of view full of the quirky details of everyday life.The song structures are not overtly complex -- there are no splashy dynamic changes or dramatic rhythmic shifts. They quietly meld a variety of styles, from Stephen Soundheim to stride piano. Listeners who enjoy those piano-playing singer songwriters who mix traditional styles with their own specific viewpoint and musical approach -- early Billy Joel and Randy Newman, and latter-day Tom Waites come to mind -- will no doubt enjoy this recording. Feldman's touch, as pianist, singer and writer, is subtle but searing."

I can't wait for his next CD

nepos | 04/29/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I truly enjoy Feldman's album. It is a nice break from the same old music"