Mike Lasala
This Strange Place
© 2006 Mike Lasala (837101243025)
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On his sophomore release, This Strange Place (2006),Mike Lasala merges gritty vocals, classic rock influences, and pop sensibilities, to create “[an album] that could be huge on classic rock, modern rock or adult album alternative radio."
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On his sophomore release, This Strange Place (2006), New Haven, CT-based singer/songwriter, Mike Lasala (pronounced luh-sal-uh), merges gritty vocals, classic rock influences, and pop sensibilities to create “[an album] that could be huge on classic rock, modern rock or adult contemporary radio,” says an industry insider. A seasoned solo acoustic performer in his own right, Lasala enlisted a backing band for the 11 song offering—allowing him to realize his creative vision, while still affording the flexibility of being able to perform the songs live in a variety of configurations (i.e. solo acoustic, duo, trio, or quartet). “While I generally describe my style as acoustic rock, I think the album’s style is best described as neo-classic rock,” says Lasala—who cites Neil Young, Cat Stevens, John Mellencamp and The Doors among his many influences. The album was recorded, mixed and master by Pete Szymanski at Whitehouse Studios in Shelton, CT.
"Eleven acoustic-based tunes that reside happily on the corner of Rock and Folk streets. Simple and well written with a smoky vocal coating...Lasala also gets to show off his lead guitar chops which ain't nothing to shrug off" - Craig Gilbert, New Haven Advocate, 12/7/06
"...a voice very similar to Scott Weiland or a later-day Springsteen...With deep confessionals, story songs, and just plain catchy words and melodies, This Strange Place, is a cut above his 2003 debut Somewhere to Be." - Patrick Ferrucci, Register Entertainment Editor, PLAY Magazine, 12/6/06
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This Strange Place deserves 10 stars! It's beyond awesome!
author: LSLAll you have to do is click on listen & I guarantee you'll want to own a copy of This Strange Place. Intelligent lyrics, crazy lead guitar, back-up music and vocals - this album has songs that GRAB you, make you SING ALONG, and MOVE. Very highly recommended!! Too bad the many fans who asked me to buy this album for them, can't leave reviews due to lack of internet access; but I know they're SINGING ALONG now! Gotta' go - I've got Somewhere To Be - buy that one too!!
another awesome,addictive album
author: BethI LOVE listening to Mike's soulful melodies.They bring me calm in this crazy,hectic world.His intelligent lyrics and beautiful melodies are the perfect complement to dim lights and a bottle of wine.I highly recommend this album!
You'll never want to leave This Strange Place
author: Elm City FanThis one's got it all: songs that will make you move as well as make you think and plenty of great hooks. Mike Lasala has once again delivered a collection of songs that are as soulful (George the Gifter) as they are rocking(Where I Dwell). You'll love this one for sure. PS: This guy has CRAZY guitar chops!
- author: Bigger Fan Than Before
Highly recommend this CD. It's addictive, and I must say - don't loan it to friends because you won't get it back! Like me, you'll be buying more copies. That's not a bad thing. Keep one in the car, one at home. The music is superb, lyrics I can relate to, and if you get the chance, don't miss Lasala live! He can really rock!! I already know all the lyrics, and dance around, singing to these unique and wonderful tunes. Buy it! You won't be sorry, because it's not the same old stuff. Aren't you sick of that yet? Come on over to This Strange Place!! I'm so glad I did.
Another Great CD
author: A fanAs always, Mike is amazing. His music is addictive.
Melodic and Beautiful.
author: MDBThis Strange Place is a beautiful thing. Soulful lyric and huge hooks. This is joyus rock created by a seriously great songwriter. Start your day and end it with This Strange Place. Highly, highly recomended.
Must Have
author: Laura SueIf you're as tired as I am with big music's lack of offerings, you will love This Strange Place. Listen to the tracks here, and buy the CD. Saavy, smart lyrics and music you'll be happily singing along with!!