Hear the Masses
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Hear the Masses is the debut album by Bradley Joseph, released in 1994. It is a self-produced, self-published release under the Voise Records label. It consists of 10 original instrumental compositions ranging from upbeat piano to orchestral ballads.
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About
This album was recorded between world tours with Yanni and Sheena Easton, and Bradley invited most of the Yanni band to contribute. They include Charlie Adams (drums, percussion); Ric Fierabracci (fretless bass); Jeanette Clinger (vocals), and Grammy-winning violinist Charlie Bisharat. Other guest artists include Larry Preston (guitar), and Terry Brau — featured on numerous Bradley Joseph recordings — playing trumpet, saxophone, and fluegelhorn. "It's Bisharat's virtuostic violin that immediately attracts the listener's attention in the opening of 'Rose Colored Glasses' ...an upbeat song that has driving, forward momentum", states Music Outfitters. The "Gift" begins as a slow, dour march with vocal expressions by Bradley and Jeanette Clinger, but the tune quickly develops into a "buoyant" piano solo by Bradley. "Friday's Child" is a "dynamic blend of piano and sax".
Tracks
| Track | Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Rose Colored Glasses" 
| 3:24 |
| 2 | The Gift | 4:24 |
| 3 | Friday's Child | 4:33 |
| 4 | "Wind Farmer"
| 3:16 |
| 5 | Pictures in My Mind | 2:29 |
| 6 | Hear the Masses | 4:44 |
| 7 | The Bridge | 7:19 |
| 8 | Goodbyes | 3:56 |
| 9 | Amala-Dayo | 2:54 |
| 10 | A Single Step | 4:40 |
Credits
- Bradley Joseph – keyboards, vocal expressions
- Charlie Adams – drums and percussion
- Charlie Bisharat – violin
- Terry Brau – horns
- Jeanette Clinger – vocal expressions
- Ric Fierabracci – fretless bass
- Larry Preston – guitars
Production
- All compositions written, recorded, and produced by Bradley Joseph.
- Mixed by – Bradley Joseph & Dugan McNeill
- Mixed at – Psychic Dog Studios
- Mastered by – Clearsong
- Creative Direction & Promotion – Dan Jensen
- Art & Design – Pat Carney Studios, Inc.
- Portrait Photography – Ann Marsden
- Makeup – Cheryl Nick
- Inside Cover Photography – John Pederson
Trivia
- "Rose Colored Glasses" and Friday's Child" can be heard during The Weather Channel segments.
- "Wind Farmer" was inspired by childhood visits to a relative's farm near Olivia, Minnesota.
- Inscribed quote: "Dedicated to my parents -- 'For always trusting my dreams & beliefs. This album is a reflection of your love'".
Shop
- bradleyjoseph.com
- Find this CD on Amazon
Reviews
External Links
- Official Website
- Hear the Masses at All Music Guide
- Hear the Masses at Discogs
- Hear the Masses at Last.fm
