Vince Falzone; Strip Of Leather Album Review
Rocker Vince Falzone Takes Us By The Hand On A Personal Journey
Born in the South of Florida, Vince Falzone came upon the guitar when he was in the seventh grade. His father taught him a couple chords, and the rest as they say, is history. His love of music led him to follow a dream of melodic triumph. He ventured out into other tangible forms of music, such as piano and vocal instruction; initially ending up in College majoring and earning a degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
As a singer, songwriter Vince Falzone is an all encompassing artist, from his start in 1993; he’s left a trademark sound and a remarkable nine albums behind him. On his ninth album, Strip of Leather, Vince Falzone flourishes into a phenomenon all his own.
Strip of Leather was produced between 2006 - 2007, and features Bassist - Allan Christen, Cal Arts Graduate with a Masters Degree in World Music – Laura Bilodeau, Professional Violinist - David Ewart, Song Writer - Alan Hare, Speed Metal Guitarist of “Distorted Fate” - Bob Spears, Percussionist and Instructor – Rolando Soto, Rock Drummer – Mike Spencer, and Vocalist – Dave Tranter.
Tracks on Strip of Leather
- Strip of Leather
- A Fire of Passion
- I Believe
- Sad Eyes
- Overdrive
- When I Wake Up
- Kick It
- Home Is Where You Are
- Be Free
- The Flood Within
- Because Of You
With the albums first track of poetic stanzas, the album sets a tone of melancholy and unraveling of the soul. A deep glance into an artist’s core, Vince Falzone introduces himself as a human being desiring to share his perceptions with those willing to listen. The influence of Paul McCartney is heard throughout this album. With songs like Sad Eyes, a ballad of observation, he exposes his soul and leads us through a journey of fluidity and understanding.
“For me this album is full of emotion, starting with When I Wake Up a song I wrote after getting over a fever”, says Vince Falzone. He also states that “Be Free” is dedicated to the passing of his Father, Uncle Craig and good friend Bryan Rooney.
One of the most personal songs on this album is The Flood Within which he wrote while waiting at the Hospital throughout the birth of his son Craig. The album oozes with emotion leaving the listener to take a journey of their own. Vince Falzone also modifies the mood of the album with songs like Overdrive and Soccer Rocker - Kick It. Overall, Strip of Leather conveys a heartfelt emotion, which only experience and tribulations bring.
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