Hope this blog finds you all in good spirits. Its that time again folks. Featured Musician time! The feature this week goes to a talented band named Vlay. Some of you may have aready heard their music via FB or Reverbnation. If you have not heard their music, then you are in for a treat!
"Vlay's music is a mix of hard rock,metal & blues with a latin influence. The music changes like a chameleon blending styles that creates Vlay's unique sound. In todays complex music industry having a unique style is the only way to survive. Our musical goals are to create music that makes you want to bang your head and shake your ass. Gary Vlay Gabriel's undulating cadence at vocals sets Vlays unique style. Along with Abram Ortiz's musical insight & genius producing talents. And rounding out the cast is the Legend John Sorenson which brings his classic rock and blues styles at guitar"
Vlay says "Without music the world would be mute. Rock On!!!!!"
They class themselves as rock, alternative, metal and blues and are from North Monterey. Their influences range from Stone Temple Pilots, Alice in Chains, Pantera, Godsmack,Three Days Grace, Disturbed, Slipknot and many more.
Band members include -
Gary Vlay Gabriel - Vocals and guitar
Abe Ortiz - drums, bass, guitar and keyboards
John Sorenson - lead Guitar
What more can be added to that?! But you know me...there is always something to add (wink). I have been listening to the music of Vlay for a while now and what I find so intensely moving about it is the passion. Yes, all musicians have a passion in their deliverance of their music but Vlay's is belting power.
Not only do you get to hear his voice, deep and raw, emotional and purging, you are confronted with intricate guitar work, hard and tender, transcending and inviting. Their songs are designed with compassion and need, want and heartfelt emotion and allow the listener to breathe in time with their desires and need of release.
"Nasty Habit" is a song I shall never forget. I remember hearing this song and was blown away by the stamina and energy. I must admit I did smile and even share a laugh at the boldness of the lyrics. See...to me, rock has got to have guts and this song? Well...don't take my word for it, go hear for yourself! Its power won't leave you in a hurry, I can assure you (smiling again) and aside from the sheer penetration of Gary's vocals throughout this song, the guitars are amazing. Stunning work and build up in fact.
"Creep" and yes you guessed it, a cover of the Radiohead song is mind blowing in its deliverance. Listening to this, I am rendered not only moved but distanced through emotion. The guitar work, as always, is tenderly conveyed and the vocals to this song are luring and you can hear just how much the song is felt by the band. Nuff said I think. As I sit here listening to it, tears are always on the verge of falling. Why? Because Gary's voice yearns in the song and shows the listener the potent meaning of it.
"Son of Sam" is a energetic rock piece of work with an almost psychedelic feel to the guitar work and then bam! All hits in a frenzy of passionate rock. For those who like great lyrics as well as balanced guitars and well timed drumming, this will rock your world!
It is hard to pinpoint a single song that I like the most but I shall leave you to interpret Vlay's music for yourselves. One thing is certain. If you have a true, and I mean true love for music, you will see nothing but talent in Vlay. They reach out with conviction and make you want more. You find yourself singing their songs when away from the screen and even in the shower. What? Good therapy is singing in the shower (laughing).
So ladies and Gentlemen, without warbling on more, I shall include Vlay's links below in the hope you pop over and hit like and listen and support them. I am off to listen to "Bad Day". A personal favourite of mine.
I bring to you Vlay.
Peace all! Poppy.
Vlay at Facebook
Vlay at Reverbnation
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