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Gene Diamond's route to his current level of artistry is not new or unusual. Many an artist has traveled a similar road: school choir to church choir to professional gospel choir to background vocalist to primary artist. It is a good way to earn one's "stripes". A way to "earn while you learn". However, Gene clearly has absorbed more of the "right stuff" than most of his fellow travelers. The gift of an unusually good vocal instrument is an advantage not to be taken lightly., but even superior "pipes" need to be honed. Gene's music is evidence of the quality of Gene's development. The test of a great singer is to measure the level of his/her involvement in the content of a song. Featuring vocal gymnastics has little to do with telling the story. Simply reading a lyric doesn't work. Listen to the way "Geno" - as he likes to be called - immerses himself in every aspect of the song. The joy in "The Song is You". The charm of "Once Upon A Time". the intimacy of "Lover Girl". The sadness of "You Don't Know What Love Is". It is his commitment to the song that engages his audience. Gene's music can be heard and albums can be ordered from CDBaby.Com |
