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fave it Modern Rock | Acoustic
13 tracks | 52 minutes
Released Jun 2007
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The sophomore full length solo release from Chicago's AJ Rosales - featuring his trademark quirky guitar - at college radio starting in July 2007
Bio / Background
***ULTRAMARINE HITS COLLEGE RADIO AIRWAVES IN JULY 2007***
Ultramarine is the new 13 song studio release by AJ that has been in the making for almost a year. In his evolution as a musician and songwriter, he wanted to try to make an album that would highlight his creative skill as a guitar player but branch out and move away stylistically from his previous acoustic-based release, "Resistor". After much success with that intimate album, he decided to try to gather up a couple of pro musicians and make this album more visceral and more of an experience.
Featuring Shawn Sommer (once again) on bass, with Lucas Farran (drums) and a guest slot for Alison Chesley (cello) this album rocks a little harder - but stays true to the spirit of his previous releases, with a mix of upbeat numbers and a few intimate acoustic tracks. AJ meticulously produced and arranged the entire record in an effort to ensure that that his overall vision was not lost in translation.
↓ more ↓It was recorded at Chicago indie boutique Gravity Studios by engineering wizard Mark Berlin, and then mixed and mastered by studio head Doug McBride - who not only called this record "a really strong album" but also says that it's representative of some of his best work as a mixer.
Although this album is dynamic and experimental, and there are a number of different sonic environments on this album, it still manages to retain a consistent vibe. Songs like Alone Again and Nominate capture a vibrant rock sound while songs such as White Sunshine and What's with all the Heartache? utilize an artistic folk-rock sound that captures his subtly emotive lyrics and vocals perfectly. The album also features two instrumentals - 3:15 (which delves into math rock) and Telekinetic (which is somewhat of an extension of the song "Transistor" from "Resistor")
All in all, this is easily AJ's most well rounded and well thought-out record yet. It's a must if you've enjoyed any of his past musical forays!
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Review of "Ultramarine" by Xavier P. for RadioIndy.com!RadioIndy wrote on September 11, 2007
“Ultramarine” by the modern rock veteran A.J. Rosales is yet another declaration of his astounding talent for crafting hits! Every song on this CD is simply unforgettable. A.J.’s voice is unbelievably fine-tuned and refreshingly-toned, best demonstrated in the beautiful falsetto melodies in “What’s with all the Heartache?” “3:15” shows how talented the musicians on this album are with its incredible drum beat, electric guitar riffs and solos, and catchy bass lines. What’s more, the songwriting on “Ultramarine” is outstanding, tackling love and heartbreak with A.J.’s powerful arsenal of lyrical hooks and rhymes. To top all of this off, the production of this album rivals that of the biggest names in modern rock! Fans of Rob Thomas and Howie Day will fall head-over-heals for this masterpiece!







