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Libertine Dream – Lit Soul

Review by Sonia Waterfield – SLW Promotions

“This album is what I can only describe as intelligent rock. it’s unique and is confidently bridging a gap between poetry and rock.

“‘Crazy! It won’t work!’ I hear you cry. That’s the thing though, it does.

“Each and every lyric has been deeply thought out, well constructed and can, if desired, be read as poetry. The music has been deliberately placed to express the pure emotion and feelings behind every word.

“So, if you’re in the mood for rock with something that will get your mind ticking and thinking, definitely give them a try. If not and you just want good listening, they tick this box also.”

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Review By Jade Blackmore – SOHB Blog – http://slumshollywood.blogspot.com/

“Libertine Dream, the brainchild of musician/poet Rob Chevelle, is a rare bird in today’s musical climate. A collection of 15 hard rock songs with genuine poetry dotting some of the tracks, it bucks the indie/emo/screamo trends and honors unadorned rock with reflective lyrics in the vein of the Cult.

“The CD has that hard rock attitude complete with acoustic interludes, thoughtful poetry and heartfelt (but not heavy-handed) political statements. Libertine Dream combines all these elements seamlessly. Instead of implementing the mishmash approach of throwing in an acoustic song here, a rocker there and some poetry over there, Chevelle and co-producer Eliot Waldhorn obviously put a lot of time and thought into arranging the CD to flow together well.

“‘Eternal’ The two part “Outcast” begins with a lilting acoustic poem and segues into melodic metal for the closing half. “Dreams” does have a soothing, dream-like quality and lends itself to listening via candles and incense in the background. This tune definitely has a psychedelic 60s’ Doors vibe.”

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Review by Darryl Salach – The Toronto Quarterly

“This record is a masterful blend of personal life experience and political consciousness. It’s reverent with today’s political climate, with all of the economic strife in America and Sarah Palin avoiding the press; ordinary citizens have been put on the hot seat. This record and its message is perfect timing in regards to personifying a need for change.

“I wouldn’t go so far as to compare Chevelle with Bob Dylan and his songs of protest from the 60’s that seemingly moved a nation and helped change a repressed mindset, but these are different times we live in and these are important songs.”

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Poetry – Lit Soul

Review by Marianne Moro – Suite101.com

“Unique and forceful poetry that combines emotions with imagery, the fanciful wit.”

Fan Reviews

“In my modest opinion the “Lit Soul” Poetry album reveals thoughts on suburban sprawl, encroaching development, and the never-ending tendency for humans to destroy the places where they live. I felt the angst, pain, happiness, hope and beauty of your soul in these poems. Your words evoked dancing, figurative images that bloomed in my mind like rare glasshouse flowers…very erotic at times. I think that your music and poetry will definitely continue to thrive because of those who appreciate and love your uniqueness and captivating artistry. Lastly, your poems and writings were able to provide me with great insight about interests, perceptions, experiences and latent attitudes towards occurrences in my own life…You are definitely a thrilling poet with a touch of a rock n’ roll start.” – Rocket Queen

“I’m a pure rocker so investing in a poetry CD was uncharted territory. I was not disappointed and certainly overly pleased. Rob Chevelle has a great voice. His forte with prose should be commended. And even if you choose to not listen to the CD but only read his words…the album still does not disappoint. The album is a journey…pushes you to the limits of soul searching and disturbance to a full spectrum of laughter and pure enjoyable groovin’. Well done.” – J Appleby

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Seven Worlds - Lit Soul

Fan Reviews

“Lit Soul has captured my Soul… rock and roll with a message!” – Di Agree

“It is full of emotion, rawness, strength, boldness, and is by far the sexiest work I’ve heard in a long time! Seven Worlds took me back to a few years ago when I sat down to listen to it for the first time. I remember being blown away by your lyrics and your warm, smooth voice. There is such a power behind your words that comes through and touches me. This cd is SEXY!Pure Rock n’ Roll!” – Ma’ria Decsy

“The idea of putting together an album that would appeal to different tastes is a feat it itself. ‘Seven Worlds’ does so, and VERY effectively. From the hard-rock punch of ‘Push On Through’ to the slow, sexy groove of ‘Rainy Friday To Blue Sunday’, it gives the listener a complete journey through the human condition. This album is mystic, sexual, hard, rocking, honest, and most importantly, REAL.” – Kristie Dodd