Fonda
Before And After
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A mix of R&B,latin and pop with soulful vocals,memorable melodies and thoughtful lyrics
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Simply titled "Before and After" this is the much overdue announcement that Fonda Feingold, perhaps the closest creation we have to a female Stevie Wonder, is back with a vengeance. Fonda is one of those artists who must have been at the front of the line when God was doling out talents. She writes; she plays; she sings; but most importantly, she has a deeply-rooted feel for life, so movingly expressed through her poetic lyrics, unique vocal styling and phrasing. I first heard this unforgettable voice years ago and knew immediately it had to be shared with the world. Her original songs are filled with phrases that raise goosebumps with their simple beauty.
"Before and After," opens with a Latin feel and sets the tone for this collection of original songs, all written by Fonda. The title song tells the tale of a broken heart viewed through the lens of a camera; there's the lament, ("Love You Should've Stayed") that love skipped out long before one was ready to say goodbye; a bluesy you-done-me-wrong song ("No Trouble At All"); an apologetic plea for forgiveness (I Was Wrong"); not letting reality ruin the remembrance of an old lost love ("I Still Think About You"); and a country love song ("Show Me How Love Goes") that would be at home on any country artist's CD.
"Both Sides of the Gun" is an eye-opening observation about two people involved in a shooting/murder. Feingold was moved to write this after a family member was indiscriminately killed in a car theft. The words hit home because everyone knows someone...
"Angels of Eighth Avenue" and "Goodnight New York" were inspired by Fonda's years in New York City. "Angels" focuses on the Eighth Avenue streetwalkers who risk limb and life for a few bucks, and are seldom mourned when tragedy steps in. And "Goodnight New York" came out of Christmas 2001, but it's as current today as it was then: "Another Christmas, another never silent night".
But the song that lets us into Feingold's inner sanctum is - not at all surprising -- "Music Is the Medicine." Clearly and succinctly she attributes music with saving her, curing her, giving her cause to go on. It's her own personal "moonbeams and butterflies" and it's a salve for many a hurting heart, too. Listen to this CD; then listen again. If you don't feel a personal connection, then drop by the nearest dentist's office, close your eyes and listen to the mundane. This CD is not for you.
Joe Litsch, longtime entertainment columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
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Great tunes, smart lyrics
author: Crystal TurnerFonda's musical expression is a natural wonder. Her singing is whatever it needs to be: beautiful or down and dirty. The way piano solos fly off her keyboard you know music is an integral part of her being. Like a Beatles album, Before and After defies category; it has something for everyone, and adds up to one fine album.
amazing mix of eclectic jazz vocal riffs with soul grooves
author: Lisa CowdnI had never heard of Fonda Feingold before - until a fellow musician insisted that I purchase her CD. What a delightful surprise. Fonda is refreshing in the sea of similiarities - she stands out unique and fun, reminding me of the cool jazz vocalizations of Annie Lennox mixed with a twang of southern influences. I really don't know if you can exactly describe her style, it's her own and its worth listening to.
fonda is a creation like no other!!!
author: jo bellfonda is a creation like no other !!!! she is an animal on piano with a voice like an angel......i love this cd and if you don't have it, you are neglecting your musical library and ignoring your musical heart and soul. fonda is incredible! love is not a strong enough adjective.