Nicholas'
second album, and he only got better. Once again he performs the
drumming and flute himself, adds his own vocals and other instrumental
performances, and brings in such notables as native vocalists, Zavier on
guitar, and Karen Briggs (Yanni, etc) on violin (though he does perform
most of the music himself, he adds guests on most tracks). Nicholas'
style is a unique blend of Southwest/Tribal and African with influences
from all over. It's not a hodgepodge, even though it might sound like
it: it's a masterfully blended mixture of complementary sounds and
musical traditions.
When
I first heard this CD I felt as if I were flying over the north rim, as
if I were a hawk. If you want to be relaxed, energized, riveted,
soothed, moved, touched to tears, amazed, and wrapped in the unique kind
of musical embroidery that only pure musicians can weave all in the
space of one CD, put on this Grand Canyon CD and prepare to take the
journey.
Not
as much flute but the rhythms are something to get lost in. I used this
CD when I was creating something in my shop it really sparks those
creative juices. I think Kalani is one of the best percussionists, very
talented.
