So the exact definition of tonic is a medicinal substance taken to give a feeling of vigor or well-being or something with an invigorating effect. I've already established that music brings a soothing quality into my tired little life. The strumming on a guitar or the sultry moan of a love haggard singer are able to bust me out of my slumps. Well I found some new tonic that's pumped a little get up and go into my life force and I just have to share it with you. Two artists came to my attention today, one I had already heard of and actually seen play live (however, I don't remember it well because I was using a different kind of tonic that night as well and I'm miffed I can't remember the performance) and the other is a brand new discovery for me.
The one I knew about was Chris Koza. He's a local musician who gets a lot of play on my favorite radio station 89.3 The Current here in Minneapolis/St.Paul, MN. There is a song off his new album "The Dark, Delirious Morning" that I'm absolutely addicted to because it feels so good to hear each and every word and note. The song is "Straight to Video" and there's a mystical quality to it provided by the use of violins. I can't quite describe it and I think I love it even more for that very reason. I just bought the album and I haven't quite delved into the whole thing yet, but it's very promising so far!
The second musician that was my tonic for today is a new discovery for me and she's just simply amazing. Her name is Nicole Reynolds and she's based out of Pennsylvania. Her song "Juliana" is absolutely haunting. Her sweet and raspy voice is not quite like anything I've heard before. The composition of the song is relatively spare and it features her voice beautifully. Since I just discovered her today I don't know much about her, but let's say she's got a new fan and I'll be keeping my ears open in preparation for her next song.
Today has been a tough one, actually the whole week has been and it's weeks like this one that really do need tonics. There are so many of us out there in the world that need a little something special to get them through the day. May I suggest Chris Koza and Nicole Reynolds be your tonic sometime soon.
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