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Wow, This CD has it all!

G. Cleaves | Houston, TX USA | 01/30/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you are a smooth jazz listener, pick this CD up as soon as you can. This CD is going to be a huge success for Dean, and further open the doors to the success and recognition he richly deserves. The title cut "Brighter Days" is headed for continuous airplay. Thanks 95.7 "The Wave" in Houston for playing this one so much for everyone to hear. It is smooth, upbeat, lively, and a treasure to listen to. The next track, "Just for You" is a beautiful, wonderfully arranged song with exquisite sax playing. Dean plays alto and soprano on this CD and showcases them well.

My wife and I had the pleasure of seeing Dean perform two days before the release of this CD in Beaumont Texas, and also meeting him in person. What an outstanding show! Not only is he a fantastic sax player, but he has a great personality, a tremendous onstage interaction with the audience, and took the time to talk with all of his fans. His performance onstage was simply awesome. He has complete mastery of the saxophone, and is backed by a powerhouse band. Another beautiful track is "Song for Miyah" followed by another beauty entitled, "Thoughts". Each song is a gem and I have been playing this CD continuously since I bought it......"It's that good!" Pick this one up immediately, then grab yourself a glass of wine, relax, and enjoy this entire CD.

Congratulations Dean on this awesome CD, and it was a pleasure meeting you!

Thanks for the beautiful music!

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