Peter Greenstone
Something
© 2005 Peter Greenstone (825749028227)
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Eclectic music from a singer-songwriter who combines thought- provoking lyrics with sonically rich arrangements and a mesmerizing voice, "Something" crosses genres, sometimes defying them, as it unfolds and evolves, building in scope and depth.
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"SOMETHING" is Peter Greenstone's debut album. Writing and recording music over the course of 2005 Peter produced this eclectically moody album at his home in Austin, performing, arranging, and mixing the music by himself. The music ranges in style from upbeat rock to the darkly epic and surreal, from acoustic simplicity to massive and lush hybrids of orchestral, electronic, and sometimes exotic arrangements. It's a journey through an ever-changing musical and lyrical world that draws you in deeper and deeper.
The CD is factory-pressed and features a 12-panel color insert of original artwork and lyrics.
"From the opening moments, when it fades from a radio broadcast into the genre-defying Schrodinger’s Cat, you know your are in for a unique musical ride, something you can’t find on mainstream radio. The tracks are clean and inventively mixed, highlighting Peter’s unique, compelling voice. Something about the way he sings, his crafted turns of phrases, his authentic stylings, you simply have to listen." - Tobin Mueller
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Well done
author: the matthew showFabulous production, original subject matter, great performance. Recommended for those who tire of the ordinary.
Stunning, gorgeous voice...
author: Rebsie FairholmI love this album. Peter Greenstone is a one-man tour de force whose musical diversity is astonishing and whose intelligent and heartfelt songs are carried along by an impulsive energy. The musical styles on the album are too varied to summarise but to say he does something like Pink Floyd with modern rock sensibilities wouldn't be too far off the mark. There's a gradual mood shift over the course of the album, which opens with the infectiously bouncy 'Shrodinger's Cat' and ends with an extraordinary 10-minute multi-layered instrumental whose passion and depth of feeling brings me close to tears. The CD is lavishly produced (both the packaging and the music). But what stands out most for me is the vocals, which are distinctive, passionate and clever ... he's been very creative in getting exactly the right expression into every line. And another thing. His voice is just absolutely gorgeous. I mean REALLY gorgeous. I'd have bought it for that alone.
Impressive, cohesive debut.
author: Bryan (Ka-Klick) BakerNot everyone can pull off a CD with as varied subject matter and styles as "Something", but Peter Greenstone managed to do that, from the infectious "Schrodinger's Cat" that kicks it off (not many could pull off using the word "evanesce" in a song, but it works here) to the sweetly reflective "Stars on My Ceiling". This CD holds together well. The packaging is stunning as well - haven't seen to many big labels doing this nice a job lately.
Beautiful and sad, "Something" is songwriting at its best.
author: Tom AtwoodI had the pleasure of listening to many of these songs as they were written and rewritten during the past year. They represent the art and craft of songwriting at its best. Some lushly produced; others, very simply. Each song here has Greenstone's autograph: the care, joy and love of making music that is original, extremely personal and yet, universal. "Stars On My Ceiling" and "Somewhere Over Greenland" are two of my favorite songs, period. This is a wonderful album!
Fantastic songwriting and excellent production
author: David A. ThomasI've had "Something" in my 5 CD changer for the last few weeks. The songwriting is really impressive. The lyrics are poetic and thoughtful; they manage to be introspective and insightful without seeming self-absorbed. Peter's singing is unique and emotive, and his backing music is always very creative and fitting, with fantastic production values. The CD art and booklet, with all of the song's lyrics, are also beautifully designed by Peter. I'm impressed that one man can single-handedly create such a professional album.