COLUMBIA (Sony Music) 5034822000
Review copy supplied by Abels Music, Canberra
Reviewed by Tony Magee
As I was grooving around my office listening to this CD and thinking of the words I might use to describe it and recommend it to you, it occurred to me that the act of grooving was happening whilst listening to the “AM” disc. What’s wrong with a little daytime dancing I thought? Nothing!
Then listening to the PM disc, I discovered it to be more laid back. So I might suggest that the “AM” disc is actually also very suitable for night clubbing and hip early evening vibes, and the PM disc is for much later, when things start to mellow and the atmosphere requires “mood”.
Yes, this is a two CD set and represents very good value for money at a retail price of $31.00.
Devised, produced, engineered and mixed by Eric Chapus, Endorphin AM:PM delivers twelve tracks on AM and ten tracks on PM, all totally self contained, but also collectively melding into a sort of musical journey and story. Very danceable and very “now”, this double album would suit funky bars, nightclubs and any “hip” joints.
Chapus has also engaged some highly talented supporting artists, including singers Luke Hannigan, Jimmy Little, Tyrone Noonan and Abi Tucker, with guest soprano saxophonist Fiona Burnett and guitarist Jay Mogis. Something for everyone!
There is an “explicit language” warning on the cover, which amounts to one track that I noticed with the “f” word, so perhaps avoid playing at the Ritz Carlton. Otherwise, enjoy!
First published in Restaurant and Catering magazine, March 2002
