Monday, November 10, 2008

Brian O'Neal

Brian O'Neal is a jazz artist out of West Bloomfield, Michigan. His talents reach far and wide. He has become very well known through out the nation. He has gone so far as to meet well known artists, such as Will Smith. 

His music is relaxing. I love to listen to it before I fall asleep. My favorite song by Brian O'Neal is "Mesmerized".  Mesmerized is a relaxing, upbeat jig that reminds me of my little kid days. It brings back memories of my grandfather and playing songs on his keyboard. It is a great combination of light drumming and keyboarding. 

His latest album, Jazzy Holidays, will appear on shelves on November 21, 2008. It will include mostly holiday music. This is a cd I will definitely be looking into. I have never heard such a talented jazz artist! Brian O'Neal has really come a long way from playing music at little bars to now having his own fan site on myspace.com. 

Another song I like by Brian O'Neal is called "For My Mother". It reminds me of an old love song. With my mother being one of the main people in my life, it really hits home. It's got a soft beat, but is upbeat and happy. It combines the fast beat of life and love with the slow beat of comfort. 

His song "Reflections" is a new type of song by Brian O'Neal. It is more along the lines of dancing songs, or hip-hop, than most of Brian's other songs. It makes me just want to get up and dance!

His most known influences are Daisy O'Neal (his grandmother) and Herbie Hancock. His record label is Indie. His genre is jazz.

To check out Brian O'Neal's latest music and merchandise, check out www.brianoneal.com. He even offers ringtones! 

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