Artist description "The crowned prince of acoustic punk-folk soul", Julian Rai's debut release: "The Muse Tree" is "...an astonishing work of craftmanship, songwriting, and ability ... that, and it rocks." Click here to stream or download MP3 samples from the album or get more information on this artist.

Music Style Acoustic Punk-Folk/Soul

Musical Influences Peter Gabriel, Tom Petty, John Hiatt, William Ackerman

Similar Artists Peter Gabriel, Dave Matthews, John Hiatt, Elvis Costello, Ani Difranco, Tom Petty

Group Members Julian Rai

Instruments Guitar, Piano, Vocals, Drums, Percussion

Albums "Jenny's Long Letter" (LP), "One After The Flash" (Demo), "The Rising" (Instrumental), "The Muse Tree" (LP), "A Wedding For Laura" (LP, In progress)

Press Reviews "...Julian Rai is the industry's crowned prince of acoustic punk-folk soul. I'm not even sure what to call his music, -- but it's riveting and inspiring; inventive and soulful. His debut release ["The Muse Tree"] could only be called an astonishing work of craftmanship, songwriting, and ability. That, and it rocks! A collection of songs for, about, and written during his early career some eight years ago, "The Muse Tree" chronicles a steady and difficult rites of passage and a coming of age for what Julian calls "a character in the quinology". This album is album one of a five-part set due to be completed by winter of next year [January, 2004]-- and we're looking forward to more great music from this artist." Tim Creed, GRAVITY Magazine, Ohio "This guy has it going on. That voice is something else. Absolutely gorgeous. Luscious and soulful. Can't say why, but his voice kinda reminds of a Preacher. It just has so much authority and passion. My personal favorites are "Muse Tree" and "As You Are" . My only complaint is that he only has 4 songs available online." Camden, Producer of DELLICATO and GEISHA GLORY (/artists/194/deliccato.html)

Additional Info Muse Tree Records, NMA Virtual Management -- http://www.musetreerecords.com

Location New York City, New York - USA

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