wade mccollum
beauty is a streetlight
© 2006 wade mccollum (634479358289) (format: CD-R)
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Magical Realism, a complex and impactful muse. Wade's voice is a dynamic, graceful, powerhouse instrument with range and expression off the charts, the songs are smart, complex, impactful tunes that travel from prayerful to raging, somtimes in the same m
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Complex experimental pop music exploring grand human themes such as love, war, peace, spiritual evolution and politics. A sophisticated blend of acoustic intrumentation and progressive electronic elements forging an impactful, innovative sound. Wade's voice is the unifying factor in the music, his heartfelt instrument is a raging and compassionate muse that blends style and emotion unlike any other, at one moment both prayerful and raging he disarms the mind and accesses the heart of the heart.
Wade McCollum grew up on the road. His father is a drummer and Wade was born into the life of a travelling gypsy band tribe. Conceived in "Foolish Pleasure" (the band), later they joined "Reflections" and then "Tracer." Wade spent his early childhood years on a mad unconventional adventure traipsing from town to town in a sparkling green 1978 Dodge van, ala Scooby Doo. His parents are intrepid loving souls who encouraged Wade to go to the edge, challenge the status quo and always speak the truth.
Wade's music is an open letter to the world. His unique perspective and sound come from his unusual upbringing. His honesty and individuality permeate every note on "Beauty Is A Streetlight," whether melodically screaming for the pain of those caught in the horrors of war, or wailing a prayerful love song, his voice conveys his love for humanity and passion for peace. Wade speaks the truth about the gravity of our global situation, yet somehow assures us that we are going to make it through.
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- author: Cherie Lee (Critchfield)
I worked with Wade in theater back in 1998 in a production of "Into the Woods" in Southern Oregon and he is a beautiful, resonating, deep man with compassion and insight that radiates through the room. I have met some amazing people in my life journey and Wade is definitely at the top of the list. Insightful, magical, peaceful, powerful, radiant, beautiful and magnetic. He carries a message that defies words and a heart that deeply cares for every human soul on this planet. His music speaks love, acceptance, peace and belief of all that is beyond what we see.
Wade is really the "One" you'll love...!
author: CarolineFrom the first listening, Wade's voice and music and peace message take place in your ears and in your heart forever...! This album is just PERFECT ! I discovered Wade in the musical Cabaret, the 15th february 2008 in Rochester (NY) and it was a revelation !!! He was incredible, a presence like I've never seen before, so intense, you could feel so much emotions rising from him...his acting, dancing, singing were just pure genious ! Looking for some more info about him, I've found his website and..."rise" began to play...and it has instantaneously captivated me ! Now, thanks to cdbaby, "beauty is a streetlight" is playing everywhere I go and I know it by heart, sure ! Now, go and buy Wade's cd !!!!! Hurry !! Hurry !!!!!! Your life will change...you'll see !!!!!!!
Wade's voice is fabulous, beautiful and strong
author: Great GreeboIncredible!...July 2006 in Portland, OR I saw Wade perform Hedwig in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" and I fell in love with his voice. I bought Beauty is a Streetlight right then and there and have been listening to it ever since. Wade has got a set of pipes like I've never heard before. BUY THIS CD...You will not be disappointed.
I can't stop listening to Wade's voice!
author: KarenFabulous! Saw you live in your show "One" and loved you then, but now your incredible music is with me in the car, at home, on my ipod. I can't get enough of your wonderful voice and incredible lyrics!
Awesome, outrageous, inspiring and uplifting. Wade continues to be a mystic musi
author: sarah kaneLove ! Love@ Love! That is the streetlight of the soul shinning brightly through Wade's musical magic.
This CD will transport you to a new place...
author: Lisa RobertUnreal! Well produced, stellar musicianship, heavenly melodies, and a clear truthful message. I think I've burned out my copy already, playing it to death in my car as I drive the streets of Los Angeles daily. It keeps me company, makes me cry, and most of keeps the soul of the amazing Wade McCollum nearby. I encourage all to own this CD so that they too may be enlightened to his unique soulfulness and talent!
Power
author: MarissaI'm enamored with the power and the mix of genres; Postal Service meets NIN meets John Mayer-ish... but better...
Grazie!!!
author: KungFuLioI am so happy to have heard the pre-release of this album. Congratulations on your vision and may you have great sucsess with this album.
Masterpiece!
author: Rock star Beth!what a beautiful cd, through and through an absolute masterpiece! you're voice spreads shivers of passion and intensity, love and beauty through my viens.
Your cd is a true gem.
author: lisaYour cd is a true gem. I am very honored to have a pre-release copy. Your performance is full and one is touched by the strength of your emotion. It is a powerful recording and the songs come thru lyrically and your voice and delivery is more than equal to a live wade show. it *is* a great expression of your creative work!! AND the cosmic voice that you are here on earth to share comes through strongly. Hurrah! For you and your team!!!!!!!!!!!
Good lyrics, like poems, should assault our psyche's edges and soul's peripherie
author: MarciaGood lyrics, like poems, should assault our psyche's edges and soul's peripheries leading us to personal and universal truths. These do, in more than full measure.