Lino's new album, Return To Avalon is a rich blend of acoustic, classical, jazz, Latin, and contemporary new age styles. It is a remarkable follow-up to Lino's debut release, Satin Blue.
Lino's new album, Return To Avalon is a rich blend of acoustic, classical, jazz, Latin, and contemporary new age styles. It is a remarkable follow-up to Lino's debut release, Satin Blue.
Evolution Catalog Editor | SoCal, USA | 11/30/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Lino continues to surprise me when I listen to his music. He has the daring of someone who loves music more than money! If he was just in it for the dollar, he'd keep to one genre, create a couple of great tracks in that genre, finish the album with filler tracks, find the right radio station and go for it. But Lino is more creative and expansive than that and gives us a real peak at his versatility in music. One moment his intricate finger work makes me think of some of the great nouveau flamenco players out there like Ottmar Liebert and Armik and Jesse Cook. Then I listen and realize he has more classical sensibilities than most and his music is rooted with that great sense of composition. Then I listen and hear riffs the likes of Craig Chaquico and Bryan Hughes and Peter White might offer -- and I see that William Aura of 3rd Force worked on a couple of tracks with Lino. What I like most is the great range and multiple flavors of this album. I have an online catalog called EvolutionCatalog.com and feature a number of the smooth jazz and new age artists. I have customers that called up the minute they got the catalog and saw Lino's CD and said things like "I've been waiting for this for two years since I bought Satin Blue!" or "I can't get enough of his playing" or "Send me 5 - I'm buying them for Christmas presents!"
One thing for sure -- he is genre defying, original, and remarkable. Just go see him in person when you have a chance -- personable, accessible, kind, and not to mention gorgeous to look at! We wish Lino the best with his new album. Buy it -- you won't regret it!"
Jazz it up!
Wyld Wind | San Francisco, CA | 11/23/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm jazzed I got turned on to this album by my family, its an understatement to say theres nothing like it out there right now, an awesome blend of upbeat jazz with moody spanish guitar and a plethora of other instruments that layer together to create a whole 3d world of sound. ill usually listen to it when i'm working on something, it keeps my mind grounded and keeps me moving in rhythm. you can definately hear Lino's rock influence in the music, as it is not your standard boring modern jazz/classical etc. give it a try, its a great album to have for the holidays, i know for a fact my family will be playing it during our Thanksgiving and Christmas get togethers! bon apetit!"
Lino is Inspirational
Mike | Ca | 11/23/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Lino's music is soothing and inspirational. Rarely do you find a talent such as his without the hype of the hollywood glitz. I know you will enjoy his music as much as I.
Happy listening....."
Amazing...
Rebecca | Chatsworth, CA USA | 11/29/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have all of Lino's CD's and I love every one! Having heard him perform live, I am always thrilled to share his artistry within the peaceful treatment rooms at my spa. I highly recommend all of Lino's music, and if you can, see him live. You will feel how passionate he is about his music."
Lino the Virtuoso
N. S. James | Bay Area, CA | 01/30/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I highly recommend Lino's "Return to Avalon." This cd...like the magical place "Avalon" is very mystical. Lino creates landscape art with his music. The melody of his songs are like color paints and his guitar is the paintbrush. Lino is a virtuoso composer and guitar player. His music is something worth experiencing with your senses."
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1
