THOMAS VENTIQUATTRO II: Twilight Blue Excursion

Thomas Ventiquattro II

Twilight Blue Excursion

© 2004 Outstanding Records (634479202780) (format: CD-R)

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With heart-pleasing melodies and haunting lyrics, this album will delight the soul. Featured are 15 light pop and easy-listening tracks with lush '60s and '70s style harmonies, reminiscent of early Bee Gees/Barry Gibb ballads.

notes

Thomas Ventiquattro II (Tom 24) began learning to play the guitar at age 11, and wrote his first songs at age 13. Tom grew up in the late '60s/early '70s, and was influenced by groups such as the Bee Gees, America, Bread, Lobo and the Eagles. Tom states, "I was mesmerized by string orchestra-enhanced pop melodies and tight harmonies...the sounds of heaven." Listeners have compared Tom's vocals to Barry Gibb, Robin Gibb, Jose Feliciano and Tony Orlando.

"Twilight Blue Excursion" is a compilation of 15 works taken from an ongoing studio demo project that began in 1996. Tom 24 had been writing and performing (solo vocalist/guitar) for several years prior to this recording venture. Producer Dan "the magic man" Wills shared his many talents via bass, drums and keyboards...helping Tom discover the mellow sound he'd been searching for. In The fall of 2004, Earl Beecher of California based Morrhythm/Outstanding Records assisted Tom & Dan with the release of this CD.

Cdbaby artist Chris Ellis (After the Apocalypse) wrote this review concerning the song, "Twilight Blue Excursion"..."(Tom), you transport the listener so that it feels as if he's walking down that lonely road. You have done a remarkable job integrating the pre-chorus and chorus..."and then you wonder just what she's doing now..." into the tune, so that it not only sounds like a natural progression, but a bit of a surprise each time it occurs. What I'm laboring to say is that the transition is perfect. This is a song I long to hear more of--I'm disappointed when it ends (and that's the way it should be)."

The following is a sampling of comments from music publishers in response to demo submissions (1996-2004):

"...obvious talent..." -Solana Records

"...impressed with (artist's) ability..."-Platinum Plus Records International

"...nice work...a better writer than most...keep at it!" -Alex Hoover, G Major Music (BMI)

"...good talent level and vocals..." -Avalon Hughes, Avalon Music (ASCAP,BMI)

"...outstanding music..." -Bill Dillon, Otto Publishing Co. (ASCAP)

The style of music on this album will take baby boomers on a stroll down memory lane...back to that magical period from 1967-75...when soft rock vocal groups ruled the radio air waves. Let this CD take you on a "Twilight Blue Excursion" of easy-listening pleasure.

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  • Exellecent listern
    author: Robyn and family

    Highly Recommended to everyone.The songs are fantastic and sung very well by Tom.Easy listerning after a hard days work.A must for all music lovers.Keep the music rolling Tom.

  • As always Very good and brings back memories
    author: Mike Wheaton ( long time freind)

    Tom, Keep the tunes flowing Wow did these songs bring back some good memories. Thoughts of sitting in the Putmans kitchen listening to you Mark and Tim crank out the tunes Those were some good times

  • Really well done Tom it's great music and singing!
    author: Monique Lannott

    This is a great cd, with really nice songs on it. This has been written and recorded with emotion and feeling in it and that makes it special. Good work Tom!

  • Good stuff Tom!
    author: Nancy & Gary

    This is music you can do just about anything to: relax, cook, clean, write, compute; it's easy living as well as enjoyable listening. Thanks Tom for being willing to sound like Thomas Ventiquattro II and not another carbon copy. This is good stuff!

  • GREAT JOB REMBER MEMORY ARE FOREVERY
    author: A FRIEND ALWAYS

    FROM A FRIEND TO A FRIEND REMBER THE HILL WERE THE WIND BLOWS ALL THE TIME ACROSS THE LEAVES

  • A wonderful collection of uplifting poetry – timeless lyrics in a shell of Classic Folk style. Nicely done! Simple and effective in their delivery, these compositions nevertheless deserve the complement of the elaborate studio production enjoyed by Popular songs today. -Paul Miller Place, NY

  • I love "Take a Pizza to Lunch"
    author: Folk Music Mag

    One phrase sums up how good this Album is..."Take a Pizza to Lunch"...that says it all!

  • I loved it!
    author: Angela Reardon

    Great work Tom! It brought back alot of great memories! My favorite song is Uncle Clare and Aunt Virginia. We are all very proud of your work!

  • wonderful listening pleasure for all age groups!!!!!
    author: Barb from upstate N.Y.

    Fifteen easy listening heartfelt lyrics with a wealth of talent shining through. A welcome change in the music world. Highly recommend this debut CD by Tom 24.

  • nice job, hope people can understand this stuff is from your heart
    author: kirk americo

    nice work tom! i hope people can understand this stuff is from the heart, not like most of todays stuff. alot of kids i play this stuff for while transporting to sporting events and what not along with my two kids, love your other great tunes, deferiet and coach sam. again, nice job!

  • Excellent as usual Tom - enjoy your music very very much
    author: Janice Piatt

    You chose some of the best to include on this CD - specially the first one - needless to say......keep the good work up!!!!

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