REEL JEM: For Real

Reel Jem

For Real

© 2007 Reel Jem (837101327619)

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A blend of R&B, modern-rock and blues music with a hint of jazz and 100% passion in the lyrics, vocal melodies and instrumental music.

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“Reel Jem defies categorization. Monica Leigh and her cohorts bring a potency to their blend of neo-soul and do-it-yourself indie rock attitude. The group stamps out their own place in today’s musical landscape while paying homage to influences Alicia Keys and Jeff Buckley”
—Janine Schaults, rock critic

Reel Jem is an R&B/rock/neo-soul band from Chicago. They fuse the grit, authenticity & emotion of old school R&B with the danceable hip hop beats and modern rock intensity of today. Reel Jem is unique as a band in that they draw from many genres of music to help define their sound including classical, blues, jazz, rock, urban, gospel, Latin, Brit pop, new wave, and classic alternative. Reel Jem is currently preparing to debut their first full- length album consisting of only original material due out in June of 2007. A CD release party is also in the works. Reel Jem is also working on promoting their music on a national level. In the meantime, Reel Jem can be seen playing locally at various Chicago venues.

The band was formed in early 2004 by lead singer Monica Leigh and it was originally planned to be a back-up band for her solo material. But soon Reel Jem morphed into a full fledged band writing its own original material. The current line-up of the band is Monica Leigh on lead vocals, Mike DeMars on bass and Renee S. on guitar, piano, and backup vocals. Reel Jem gained local exposure by performing at the semi-final round of the 2005 Emergenza Festival at the Double Door. The band's fan base has blossomed greatly since the band's inception. With the release of their debut album, Reel Jem plans to tour nationally and eventually internationally. The band's goal is to create more of a buzz and to get signed to a label.

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  • I'm not faking it
    author: Mike Przygoda

    "For Real" is an excellent capsule in time of a multitude of influences. Amongst the mid-90s r&b and alternative rock input into the genres of songs on the album, the four member each contribute their own unique voice to the project. Lead vocalist, Monica Leigh captures a sense of personal lyrics that are able to hold dignity in their vuneralbility. Keyboardist, Elissa Metropoulos shines throughout the album, particuarly on her piano lines and backing vocals on "Waiting Up For You." Guitarist/keyboardist, Renee Serritella shows an excellent sense of melodism and tears up a great guitar work on "Closer." Bassist, Mike Demars lays down a solid foundation and writes the best song on the album, "You Crossed The Line." The songs reflect the effects of heartbreak and lays down expectations for future relationships. The album shows the effects of four talented individuals coming together and lays down great expectations for future projects.

  • Great blend of music Reel Jem hits all the best notes
    author: Bob White

    Liked all the blend of songs tunes with a different touch Should be loved by all.

  • Uniquely talented blend of genres into one creative style. Wow!
    author: Christine

    It takes a musically talented group to blend individual genres into a creative style with a uniquely different sound. Lead singer's vocals are strong, consistent, and show great range, not to mention heart and soul. Keep the magic going. Best of luck.

  • Wonderful artist, great voice
    author: John Hurley

    Wonderful music! Each song is unique and the variety is great.

  • author: lalitha

    if you like neo-soul then you'll love this cd! For Real is a great mix of old school and modern jazz and r&b. great party music!

  • Fresh and captivating
    author: Charley Biggam

    I enjoyed this cd very much. Always exciting to hear fresh and catchy music and lyrics.

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