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Rachid Becomes Rasalus

Shaun Chandran | Australia | 03/21/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Rachid is a genius.



His first album "Prototype" was a masterpiece.



To me it was probably the greatest album NEVER heard. Purely as a vocalist I regard him as one of the best. His transitions from his lower bass tones to his butter falsetto seem effortless. As a lyricist he touched me to the core of my soul. Charade, Pride, Zoe's World, Evil, The One To Destroy Me... gosh, the whole album!! It's as good as reading classic poetry. Rachid IS a poet. Charade, Prodigal Pete and And The Angel Comes remain some of my favourite lyrics ever penned.His music cannot be categorized. They would have to create a whole new section in a record store for him. Soul/Rock/Funk/Jazz/ World/Drum&Bass/Dance/Pop/Gospel/Arab/Ambience/Classical Indian... His style is unique... eccentric, fresh, some might even say insane.. This man is totally out of the box. He is what the music world needs today more than ever..



And today Rachid becomes Rasalus. World get ready to hear this "Lion's Roar"... He returns on myspace with two awesome tracks.. (http://www.myspace.com/rachidisrasalus),'Last Call' is funky, fresh and edgy.. and 'Forgive and Forget' is a beautifully penned and translated ballad. Rasalus, sometimes we feel that what we are doing is just a drop in the ocean. But trust me, the ocean would be less because of your missing drop. Don't leave us again... the world needs your music.



We anticipate your return.



OneLove

Shaun"

One of The BEST CDs you will probably NEVER Hear

musiqfiend | Southfield, MI United States | 12/12/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This Disc is so good that my brother and I were actually ANGRY that so many people slept on it. "And The Angel Comes" is probably the best male vocal done in the last 5 years. Unfortunately R&B and POP Radio are not about artistry these days. Therfore artist like Rachid, Sandra St Victor, Meshell NdegeOcello and Amel Larrieux are more than likely never heard on your favorite radio stations "Afternoon Drive Home" show. I can't say it enough, if you like great artist, I mean a singer and songwriter that is truly ahead of the curve, pick up this CD."

Moody and soulful, I've been listening to it over and over..

musiqfiend | 07/27/1998

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The first song "Charade" is a pointed commentary on the false selves we present to the world rather than trusting that who we really are will be liked and accepted. It hooked me right away. Rachid's music is interesting and intense, and his voice is sensual and filled with emotion. I loved the mixtures of sounds and beats on this CD. His music makes you feel connected to him as you enjoy its rhythms."