Maleen, ICON Review

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Maleen, ICON Review

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Maleen is a Danish singer and composer that is trained as a classical singer (soprano) whom is creating a beautiful fusion of rock and classical influences to create a diverse musical sound. Maleen is now releasing her four song EP, which has a program of music that is unique as it is colorful, titled ICON. At the core of the project is Maleen’s rich voice and wide vocal range that alternates between a very deep, dark sound and a light and ethereal soprano.

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Positives:

Interesting compositions, orchestrations and vivid singing through a style that has elements of classical, new age and rock.

Bottom Line:

Maleen builds on her classical training and her inspiration of the beauty of her natural surroundings to deliver a powerful musical statement. "The Rim of the Cliff" has a diverse sound of voice and cello that is tranquil and builds to a commanding climax. "Someone Like You” is filled with sounds that evolve and are well orchestrated by Frederik Magle. This allows Maleen’s singing to have the space to soar and let the listener hear and enjoy her rich vocal timbres and stylings. Guitarist Allan Sjølin performs a beautiful solo on his nylon-strung guitar. “Ugly & Beautiful” is a powerful mix of rock and classical instrumentation. The lyrics tell a story about overcoming the darkness in your life, not by avoiding it but by meeting it and accepting that it’s there. Magle composed the contrasting underlying symphonic and progressive rock music which supports Maleen’s diverse singing. Sjølin provide taste guitar work and a solid solo. Throughout ICON, Maleen is presenting music that is cinematic and pushes the boundaries of creative rock music, all while maintaining her Danish roots. Solid sounds and that’s the short of it!

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