Broadjam Artist: Chip Salerno
Song: The Tonic
Reviewer: Floyd Kelly
Positive Comments: I like to listen to this kind of music when I’m trying on new splashy clothes at the department store. I also like to listen to this kind of electronic music when I’m mixing up some fudge brownies in the kitchen – listening to this music and lavishing creamy chocolatey goodness sounds like a good time to me. My neighbor’s aunt’s co-worker’s husband says he likes this, he’s a mime on Saturdays at the park. I Gotta go now, mom is yelling at me to turn this down.
Constructive Comments: I like how this music begins a la electronica but changes into something more of a New Age feel. I think some of the bass in parts could be dialed back just a tad. Some of the synths would sound better out of the center of the speakers and into the open sound field. Positively speaking, yes, this is a strange sounding piece and unique – which is what this is all about. I did notice a few spots for the drummer, there’s a double – I found it a little distracting. The ‘fart’ sound could be taken out – just my opinion only. Overall though, this is a smooth electronica piece that is a departure from the standard. Please remember, until now, we had never heard this music, do not know the artist or how this was made. We wish you a grand day.