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George Ramick, producer of "Beltway Bistros: Spain series," writes on January 12, 2007.
"Flamenco Salsa" captures the modern sound of flamenco while conjuring the musical contributions of the Moors,
Sephardic Jews, gypsies, and the rich folk melodies of Andalucia that helped form this rich musical style.
Drew Bennett's flamenco guitar CD 'Flamenco Salsa' wonderfully captures the atmosphere of a bullfight,
a walk in a garden of Spain under moonlight, and dancers demonstrating their raw emotionalism.
I liked it so much I decided to use it in my television series on food, culture, and history. Sit back, relax, enjoy this
music -- and dream of Spain.
www.gramick.neptune.com
- George Ramick
By Yogi Dr. Malik - Editor of Yoga Magazine UK.
Drew Bennett is an extremely talented guitarist, and this excellent Spanish - Flamenco
compilation evokes visions of warm Mediterranean nights, passionate dancing and romance.
'Flamenco Salsa' contains an array of styles to suit a wide range of tastes, from the vibrant tracks such as 'Flamenco Salsa' and 'El Baile De La Noche' to the cinematic feel of 'Carnivale' and the more gentle rhythms of 'Sandia Sunset' and 'Summers' Lullaby'.
Drew Bennett is very reminiscent of Jesse Cook or the Gipsy Kings - which speaks volumes for his pure natural talent. Drew is also joined by special guest performers including
John Herrera and Jonathan Miller on violin.
Yoga Magazine issue May 2007 www.yogamagazine.co.uk
- Yogo Magazine, London
Raise~ from Yoga Magazine in London writes in the August 2006 issue,
Drew Bennett is a gifted Native American flautist and guitarist who combines flutes, acoustic guitars, tribal drums and a whole lot more. This album offers something different. There is something about the CD which will have
you coming back for more!
- Yoga Magazine in London
Voices of the Planet radio, Vladivostok Broadcasting Corporation, Russia. Review by Dmitry Shakin.
This wonderful, mystical and very expressive music comes directly from the heart. If I were asked to describe it
with three words, I would say beautiful, peaceful and more important, happy. Thats why I enjoy listening to it and
telling my audience about it.
- Voices of the Planet radio
Jim Brenholts from Awareness (Holistic Magazine) praises Tribal Awakening in the March/April 2006 issue.
“There are dozens - maybe hundreds - of CD's in this style. This one is certainly in the upper echelon.
This is a fun CD that holds its own within or without a healing session. Drew has invoked the spirit of Kokopelli, a
mischievous and playful spirit, and given him a wide berth. www.awarenessmag.com
- Awareness (Holistic Magazine)
Gene Bates of Whispering Wind Magazine writes on January 9th, 2006
“Tribal Awakening is simply stupendous! Looking like Johnny Depp's identical twin brother, Drew Bennett is a
very talented fellow. Playing everything from tribal drums and chimes to Native American flute, guitar and quartz
meditation bowl, Mr. Bennett has started my New Year off with one wonderful CD. One of my best bets for flute
album of the year. www.whisperingwind.com
- Whispering Wind Magazine
Marcella Cirignola from Amazing Sounds writes on February 17th, 2006.
Drew Bennett is a talented Native American flutist. The music fluctuates between tribal mysticism and meditative
music, with a certain New Age touch. The flutes tend to take a soloist role most of the time, and, together with the
guitars and percussion, they transmit very intense feelings.
www.amazings.com/reviews2006.html
- Amazing Sounds
Discography
Caribbean Remix
Flamenco Salsa
Tribal Awakening.
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Bio
Drew Diego Bennett is an International Nuevo Flamenco Guitarist, a Grammy Entry Artist, and is also a renowned Native American Flautist.
Drew has International Radio and Satellite airplay support with over 2000 stations worldwide.
Drew Diego Bennett is Grammy Entry Artist. 2008 categories 'Best New Artist' and 'Best World Contemporary Album' for his release, "Flamenco Salsa".
Drew's web sites are www.salsaguitar.com and www.myspace.com/drewbennett1
Drew began private music lessons at the age of seven. He studied classical Flamenco guitar from a graduate of Richard Pick Classical guitar (Chicago University), as well as jazz fusion, and progressive styles under T.J. Helmerich, who is now a teacher with GIT at the Music institute of Technology in Los Angeles, California.
Drew quickly became skilled on the guitar and performed professionally in music groups throughout the United States.
Drew is degreed in music theory, sound engineering, business marketing as well as Licensed in Real Estate in Arizona. He is also a Black Belt in Kung Fu.
Drew is half Cherokee Native American, and has also released an International Native Flute/Meditation/World CD entitled, 'Tribal Awakening'.
All of Drew Diego Bennett's CD releases are available at all major internet download sites, as well as www.salsaguitar.com and www.cdbaby.com
Drew Diego Bennett writes and produces all of his music. He works with other world class co-producers and engineers such as, John Herrera, Anna Maria Bennett, Tommy Acosta, Charles Button, Edward Edelbrock and Daniel Eastwood.
To Book Drew Diego Bennett & His Ensemble for your premier event, Contact Kokopelli Records & Booking Agency LLC.
Mark Andrews - Agent/Promoter
bookings@kokopellirecords.com
602-326-5630
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