Monday, 14 March 2005 13:33
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Randy Ellefson's debut CD, "The Firebard", opens with a driving rhythm setting up the perfect rocking backdrop for his searing, melodious guitar work...and sets the pace for the entire CD.
From start to finish of this 10 song collection, Randy unloads with displays of instrumental rock guitar fury that place him immediately at the top of the heap. No mere superficial shred-fest, Randy displays a sophisticated sense of composition, lush harmonies, and intricate rhythms, as well as full command of advanced guitar techniques which he uses to drive forward the song without ever falling into shows of soulless excess.
Songs such as "Legends", "Accolade", "Still at Large", and "Journeys" all display an epic, almost cinematic air, giving the sense that they would be equally at home in a movie soundtrack as on rock radio.
"The Firebard" is a excellent debut offering and promises great things to come. For additional info, gigs, lessons, tabs, and more, visit Randy at his web-site.
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