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“(No Reason) is a great example of what you can always expect from Aaron – perfection . . . unlike a lot of other independent artists that seem to struggle to find their niche sound, Aaron, I think has already found his. - Wednesday Elektra, SpaceJunkies.net
“A most impressive heartfelt performance by Canadian Aaron Saloman of a rich, velvety, and unaccompanied version of ‘Everybody Here Wants You’. (Also), Saloman partook of ‘Morning Theft’s rhythms and lyrics in a compelling, as well as relentlessly romantic way. His comparative likeness to Jeff's vocals were astonishing and truly appreciated by the audience.” - Kylee Nelson, Columbia Records’ Jeff Buckley Newsletter
“There are few people anywhere, not just in Ottawa, with a strong and unique voice like (Aaron’s).” - Trista Groulx, SonicOttawa.com
“The songwriting and musicianship is peerless. I don’t know how others perceive Aaron’s voice, but I find it unique, powerful, and emotively charged. While listening to ‘Alone In Your Song’, for example, he throws in a touch of vibrato on certain words that just make a great track that much better – haunting.” - Dave Burlovich, IndieSoundz.com
“Saloman's rich, lush voice has always been his strength, and it is shown off in fine form, particularly on ‘That Day’. The title track, ‘Muse’s Whip’ . . . (is) one of the better power-pop songs I've heard in a long while.” - Shan Soe-Lin, Spin This CD Reviews
Discography
In Season - "Greatest Hits" (1998)
Aaron Saloman - "Muse's Whip" (2001)
Aaron Saloman - "No Reason" (2005)
Aaron Saloman - "Live & Acoustic" (2006)
Aaron Saloman - "Unreleased Recordings" (2008)
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“The songwriting and musicianship is peerless. I don’t know how others perceive Aaron’s voice, but I find it unique, powerful, and emotively charged.”
- Dave Burlovich, IndieSoundz.com
“There are few people anywhere . . . with a strong and unique voice like (Aaron’s).”
- Trista Groulx, SonicOttawa.com
Aaron Saloman is a rare find in indpendent music - a young artist with a unique, immediately identifiable “sound”. It seems very easy to describe most new music we hear today, whether independent or mainstream, by simply mentioning the name of another band. While Aaron makes no secret of his influences, they combine to make a sonic signature all his own.
Perhaps this sonic maturity is a result of his experience. Whether performing for 20 000 people during the Canada Day concert in Kanata, ON, two sold out nights for the acoustic Jeff Buckley birthday tribute in Chicago, IL, or a small rock show at Harper’s Ferry in Boston, MA, one thing ties together Aaron’s hundreds of shows . . . they leave people abuzz with the thrill of hearing something new. Equally comfortable alone with an acoustic guitar or backed up by some of the most in-demand rhythm sections in North America, Aaron has shared bills with popular acts such as Anet, Kim Mitchell, Terry Tufts, The Watchmen, Sass Jordan, See Spot Run, The Headstones, Tyler Kealey, and others. Aaron has also performed on the nationally televised talk show Jonovision, been featured in numerous print, television, and radio media, and was voted "Best Male Vocalist" from more than 10 000 songs at www.garageband.com.
Aaron has released two EP’s with his rock trio, and one solo acoutic album. "Muse's Whip", his first solo effort, was produced by Jay Ruston (Brian Wilson, Morrissey, The Donnas, Polyphonic Spree, Ari Hest, Artificial Joy Club, Wilson Philips, etc.). "No Reason", was produced by San Diego-based Kyle Lassegard (Signature Sound Studios). “Live & Acoustic” was an entirely self-produced effort, recorded live at a friend’s house!
A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Aaron is also constantly in demand as a session player, audio technician, and producer. He has performed as a sideman for Michaela Foster Marsh, James Blondeau (Ottawa), Rachel Black, Stephanie Jones (Boston), Eleanore Altman (New York), and many others. Aaron currently resides in Montreal, Canada, where he is active performing, recording, and producing.
Take a listen to Aaron’s music . . . you may just find a new favourite song!
- Chris Bateman, Ottawa
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