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One Silent Night... Volumes 1&2 Boxed Set
2006
Melodik Records
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When Gravity Fails
2006
Produced by Neil Zaza - Melodik Records
Neil Zaza (Lead, Rhythm, Baritone & Bass Guitars, Synth)
Michael Anthony (Bass)
Timothy M. Bradford (Keyboards)
Bill Cioce (Drums)
Peter Frampton (Guitar)
Doug Johns (Bass)
Scotty Kormos (Drums)
Mark Leach (Hammond B-3 Organ)
Roger Joseph Manning Jr. (Keyboards)
Bobby Rock (Drums)
Jordan Rudess (Keyboards)
Steve Smith (Drums, Percussion)
T.M. Stevens (Funky Bass)
David Strieter (Keyboards)
Garry "GMan" Sullivan (Drums)
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8. Heavyocity
9. My Only Son
10. My Dearest
11. Ultra
12. The Awakening
13. Before The Throne
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Anyone that is familiar with Zaza’s work will know that his work is a near perfect marriage of melody and flash and "When Gravity Fails" is perhaps his ultimate exercise yet in this art form. "When Gravity Fails” is a superb instrumental album. I defy anyone to listen to this album and not be blown away. Zaza really has come up with an ace with this record, and whilst "Melodica" was a very good album, ‘”When Gravity Fails” can be considered to this point Zaza’s magnum opus. Stylistically it has all the right ingredients, yet there is an element of passion here that is often missing from instrumental works even from the perceived big name instrumental market leaders. On the basis of this album (not to mention Zaza’s back catalogue), Neil Zaza deserves to be at the very top of the guitar elite. ESSENTIAL. - Virtuosityone.com |
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Now comes When Gravity Fails, the Ohio native's eighth CD loaded with 13 melodic hard-rock gems, jaw-dropping solos and an even more impressive guest list than Staring at the Sun that would make better-known players squeal. Unlike other instrumental guitarists, Zaza is smart enough to retain control of his playing. Sure, When Gravity Fails lifts off with lots of soaring, high-pitched arena-rock soloing (part of what makes the record so refreshing and endearing), but nary a single note sounds out of place. Nor does Zaza ignore his fellow musicians. In fact, “Cinematic” emerges as one of the album's prettiest and best songs precisely because Zaza allows Rudess a mesmerizing piano solo in the middle, accented by Frampton's classic-rock fretwork. The man's example is one that many younger players - and even some older ones - should heed. We need more musicians like Neil Zaza. - Sea Of Tranquility |
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Rewind: The Definitive Collection
2005
Produced by Neil Zaza - Melodik Records
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Disc One:
1. I Spy
2. All My Life...
3. Fargo
4. Little Drummer Boy (Live)
5. Lost In Your Dream
6. Melodica
7. Jesu, The Joy Of Man's Desiring
9. Higher And Higher (Live)
10. Melodia
11. Town Without Pity (Demo)
12. I'm Alright (Live)
13. Zen, Karma And Other Good Things
14. We Three Kings (Live)
15. [Untitled]
16. New, New Math
17. Tobaber
18. Across The Sands
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Disc Two:
1. Friends (Satriani Cover)
2. Simple Life (Writing Session)
3. This Time
4. Frankenstein (Live)
5. Eleanor Rigby (Outtake)
6. Sleepwalk (Demo)
7. Everything I Should Have Said...
8. Miller's Atomic Mood Swing (Live)
9. Faith
10. Guitar Solo (Live)
11. Oh Holy Night (Live)
12. Fearless (Live)
13. O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Live)
14. The Joof (Live) |
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This two CD collection is a venerable history lesson in the music and career of Neil Zaza. Spanning over 12 years, this project presents material from Neil first instrumental effort, Two Hands, One Heart, through the current day opus, Melodica. Included with the standard NZ favs are unreleased demos, live cuts, and even the writing session for the song that would become "This Time"! If you think you have heard everything Neil has done, get ready to be surprised because this is the CD for you. |
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Melodica
2004
Produced by Neil Zaza - Melodik Records Neil Zaza (Guitar)
Mark Leach (Hammond B-3 Organ)
Timothy M. Bradford (Keyboards)
Doug Johns (Bass)
Raymond J. Liptak (Bass)
Bill Cioce (Drums)
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9. I Can See Miracles
10. Across the Sands
11. Rena
12. Very Important Cat Things
13. Everything About You
14. Forgot to Make Her Mine
15. Goodbye
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"I consider Melodica a culmination of everything that came before it...and then some. It merges leading-edge technology with the timeless elements of solid songs and great playing. It also represents a turn in the road for me in where I will likely be headed for future projects." |
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“The virtuoso's dream for technical perfection, vivid imagination, structural discipline and passionate creation comes true when albums like Neil Zaza's "Melodica" come out! From the first chords Neil manages to make us feel fine, our spirit elevates and some of life's worries are left behind! In a time where every clone of Satriani or Vai makes his own way by trying to get distinguished amongst others, Neil makes his own route and continues in his own melodic path he carved on his own.” - Metal Temple |
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“Neil's playing is lightning fast and he knows every trick in the book, but the prime element is how melodic and soulful he can be. Give a listen to his new disc, "Melodica", and you'll be astonished with his lyrical approach to instrumental guitar music! Tracks like the opener, "On With the Show", the gorgeous title track, or the quiet "Good-Bye" will have you asking why Neil's face doesn't grace the cover of every guitar magazine across the globe with more regularity!” - Tinfoil.Music |
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Staring at The Sun
2001
Produced by Neil Zaza - Melodik Records
Neil Zaza (Guitar)
Michael Lee Firkins (Guitar)
Timothy M. Bradford (Keyboards)
Ross Valory (Bass)
Stuart Hamm (Bass)
Steve Smith (Drums)
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1. I Spy
2. Lift
3. Lost In Your Dream
4. Zen, Karma And Other Good Things
5. The Wonder Of You
6. New, New Math
7. Rain
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8. Every Thought Of You
9. Baking @ 350° F
10. Fargo
11. Angel
12. Definition
13. Purple Rain
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"Out of all of my CDs, this one will always be the standard to which I compare my latest works. You might even say that it marks the beginning of my “modern era” direction. While “Thrills & Chills” remains my favorite overall recording experience, “Staring at the Sun” remains my favorite body of compositions from start to finish. To me, this one still stands up." |
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"Staring At The Sun" is a shred masterpiece and a guitar fan's wet dream! This album has it all, combining speed, melody, versatility and feel. It is the type of album that almost everyone can identify with, an album that can be the soundtrack to different experiences in an individual's life. It is the type of album that utilizes and expresses the power of music. It is the type of album that reminds me of why I'm a guitar fan and furthermore, a music fan in the first place. I've listened to Neil Zaza's "Staring At The Sun" several times now, and I am completely blown away. As a matter of fact, I don't think my overall score of 10 does this album justice. Once in awhile you find an album that you know you'll be listening to 10-20 years from now- "Staring At The Sun" is that album. Rating: 10/10” - House of Shred Magazine |
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“Simply awesome and filled with beautifully structured songs, utterly essential.” - AOR Reviews |
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“The CD has an elegant flow, the abilities of the musicians involved in this project is nothing less than brilliant, everything just oozes of pride and egotism. It gets nutty at times, so many insane solo runs charging at you, he's literally raping his guitar! Believe me, Death Metal virtuosity is nothing compared to the immaculate talents of this man.” - The Metal Observer |
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“Beautifully composed, technically perfect, and invested with real soul - a rare ingredient in this game, an illustration of the possibilities offered by ten fingers and six strings.” - Logo Magazine |
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“Neil Zaza has an impressive list of co-stars on this album, but manages to outshine them all. It takes a great deal to impress me when it comes to instrumental albums, but Neil Zaza has done it. The reason is that not only does this album contain impressive guitar playing which showcases Neil's talent, but it also entertains as well.” - Mood Swings Melodic Rock Webzine |
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Snap, Crackle & Pop...Live!
1998
Produced by Neil Zaza & Bobby Rock - Paranormal Records
BACK IN STOCK!
Neil Zaza (Guitar)
Bill "The Buddha" Dickens (Bass)
Bobby Rock (Drums)
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Disc One:
1. Intro
2. I Wish
3. Fearless
4. Lightworker
5. Guitar Intro
6. I'm Alright
7. Quadzilla (Drum Solo)
8. Walk This Way
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Disc Two:
1. Jungle Boogie
2. Amazing Grace
3. Hailin'
4. The Duel
5. Guitar Solo
6. Bass Solo
7. Hailin' Reprise
8. Bonus Radio Interview |
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"Even to this day, “Snap, Crackle & Pop…Live!” remains one of the more over-the-top instrumental rock CD's you will likely ever hear." |
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"Super chops, super players, two CDs worth of live, in-your-face instrumental power rock fusion. They take no prisoners as they blast through two killer sets of mostly original material...musicians interested in serious rock should not miss this one.” - Fuse Magazine |
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"Hard-rockin' fusion doesn't get any tastier than this. These fifteen tracks have just the right balance of structure, melody and virtuosic showmanship to keep you enthralled from start to finish.” - Progression Magazine |
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Ten Zen Men Project
1997
Produced by Robin DiMaggio, Neil Zaza, Andre Berry - Dream On
Neil Zaza (Guitar)
Andre Berry (Bass)
Robin DiMaggio (Drums)
1. Chuck's Welcoming
2. Funkalicious
3. Mutha Funk
4. M.O.F.O.E.
5. Bell Bottom
6. Havana's Theme
7. Present
8. Virus
9. Haunted House
10. Bass Orgy
11. Marshmallow
12. Chuck's Goodbye
13. Crickets
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"This is what happens when you combine a melodic rock guitarist with a funky, LA based rhythm section and set aside a mere seven days to write, record and mix a completed project. It's not an official “NZ” release, but I am very proud of what we did in the incredibly short time we had to do it." |
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A project that Neil recorded in early 1997 with drummer Robin DiMaggio (Steve Vai, Mariah Carey, Paul McCartney) and LA bassist Andre Berry. Sessions and writing for this CD were completed in 5 days, start to finish, so you can really hear the vibrancy and urgency in the tracks. A combination of funk and rock- James Brown meets Soundgarden. Wild grooves, looping, and some of the wildest playing that you have ever heard from Neil. |
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Sing
1996
Produced by Eric Fritsch - Melodik Records
Neil Zaza (Guitar)
Eric Fritsch (Bass)
Michael Papatonis (Drums)
Bruce Walker (Horns)
1. Everything I Should Have Said...
2. Crazy Love
3. I'm Alright
4. Journey To Texas
5. Imc@ 3:14 a.m.
6. Phunk
7. Amazing Grace
8. Hailin'
9. Jenny's Song
10. Over The Hill
11. A Song For Home
12. Melodia (Live)
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"Although “Sing” represents a slightly mellower page in my body of work, it would ultimately play a critical role in refining my direction and setting the stage for the more melodic slant of my future material." |
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“Zaza adds a delicacy to his roster of colors which really does allow the listener to hear his instrument "sing." For a band that only sports Zaza on guitar and synths, Michael Papatonis drumming and producer Eric Fritsch on bass and keyboards, the sound is incredibly big. And it grooves, beautifully. There is so much depth to the originals that “Sing” really doesn't need any gimmicks or hype. It is truly a remarkable record by a man who has the chops to make some tremendous waves." - mp3.com |
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