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Navegando Por Ti
Jose Luis Perales
Navegando Por Ti
Genre: Latin Music
 
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All Artists: Jose Luis Perales
Title: Navegando Por Ti
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Sony U.S. Latin
Original Release Date: 1/1/2006
Re-Release Date: 7/25/2006
Genre: Latin Music
Style: Latin Pop
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 828768717929

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Yet another majestic work of art from Cuenca's poet
Victor H. Rodriguez | Santa Clarita, CA USA | 08/04/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"Perales is an immensely prolific composer, having catalogued over 450 songs over his 32-year career as a singer/songwriter. Yet his productivity is only surpassed by his gift of composing incredibly profound poems, all of which he later envelopes with lovely melodies.



Anyone who has followed his trajectory since 1974, when he released his first album, knows too well that Perales' career has spanned three distinct epochs. In the 1970s, a socially-conscious Perales challenged the materialism and social hierarchy of his day via gems such as "El Labrador" and "Ecos de Sociedad." Later, when his pouplarity peaked in the 1980s, he became somewhat more commercial with his love songs, such as "El Amor" and "Cuando Vuelvas." Today, he has evolved into an artist who no longer needs to sell his music; rather, he is much more interested in perfecting his craft as a composer. As he admits on his official web site, he hopes that his best song is the one that he has yet to compose.



This jazzy-tinged album is a musical gem, yet a radical departure stylistically from past efforts. Perales has opted to let the music speak for itself by selecting exceptional musicians and only a few musical instruments. Along with the jazz-flavored arrangements, you'll be treated to flamenco guitars and some surprising basso nova stylings.



"Como Llenar Mi Tiempo" is a beautiful tribute to his wife, wherein he admits to her that, in her absence, he is incomplete. "Lo Que Fue De Los Dos" is a tragic recount of a long-term marriage, in which both spouses have been severed by the passing of time and the loss of passion. In "Una Cancion Para La Paz," Perales returns to one of his recurring themes: the quest for peace and reconciliation. In this composition, he is joined by a Brazilian choir, a first for this seasoned artist.



There is so much to be said about this terrific collection, yet I am limited by space. If you are a fan of soothing arrangements, poignant poetry, and melodious songs, this album is for you.

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