This is one of the most interesting album that I've received to review: Reach Out (2007) by Gershon Veroba.
I'm writing this from memory, but I think I thought I read that Veroba used to be a wedding singer/entertainer (mostly for Jewish weddings?). He got fed up with the limitation of playing and singing traditional songs that he decided to start his own band.
The songs are pretty easy-listening, but I did enjoyed all the Jewish songs. This is probably because there's a strange sense of mystery of not knowing what the songs are about. Plus these songs sounds traditional, but it's backed by electric guitars and rock and roll type sound!
The opening song, "Bamarom", is excellent, followed by another excellent song called "V'ata Kisvu", which starts off with a violin piece. You finally get to hear an English song on the third track, "Reach Out". You can hear this track on myspace.
The rest of the album is a mish-mash of Jewish and English songs.
The surprisingly dancy "Mi She'oso" is also worth checking out. Easily one of my favorite song on the album.
I would have to admit that I wasn't too crazy about religious overtone of "Man to Man", but if you like inspirational music, it's definitely worth checking out.
As the world keeps turning 'round,
We do the best we can.
But as we pray to God for help,
We still live man to man.
After listening Reach Out, I can see why Veroba has been a favorite among the Jewish community for years and years. He's actually been making music since the early 90s and have released over six albums!
Reach Out is available in both US and Israeli version and is available now.
You can keep up with his blog.
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