Rare Blend On Hiatus While Members Persue Solo/Other Projects
Date: Saturday, August 20 @ 15:00:00 UTC
Topic: Band News (tours, comings/goings, etc)


The rock-fusion group Rare Blend (Victor Samalot, Bobbi Holt) is taking some well deserved vacay this year to pursue solo projects and long overdue musical endeavors. Plans for a new lineup and music are in the works with a RB re-launch in 2012.

One of those other solo projects is guitarist Victor Samalot's solo self titled CD. Acoustic guitar driven, this 8 song offering is instrumental and is inspired by jazz, rock, and Latin styles against the backdrop of ambient and world rhythms. Available online through CD Baby.

Vic is currently performing these original pieces peppered with his take on covers by such artists as Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Ottmar Liebert, Dave Brubeck, and more ... in and around Northeast Ohio. For Vic's schedule click on the links below.

Reverbnation | MySpace

In addition... Known for "painting pictures with sound," and a long-time interest in the healing arts, Samalot / Holt (as Mind Lab Music) present Mandala, a 10 track musical journey of world and ambient soundscapes from a combination of keyboards, guitar, bells and zither. Created to achieve a deeper level of balance between the inner and outer energies of your life.

As a bonus, 2 tracks feature the relaxed guided imagery from therapist Susan Randall-Alexander. Perfect for yoga, meditation, relaxation, and all healing art practices either individually or for use in a clinical setting. Make time for yourself and chill!

Physical CD available thru CD Baby (Mind Lab Music @ Reverbnation)

The duo of Holt/Samalot were selected as award winners for their score for the film trailer Redtail, an action/suspense independent film, at the The Indie Film Gathering 2011. The TIGF is an alternative for Independent, Underground and Experimental Film and Video and will be held August 26th, 27th, 28th, 2011 at the Westlake Holiday Inn, Westlake Ohio. Holt/Samalot were also award winners for their score for the independent film trailer Madness, at TIFG 2010. For more information on music for licensing, film / video / television projects, click on links: YouTube trailer | Rare Blend Music & FX | Linkedin

As always, all RB CD's are available through CD Baby and other participating outlets. Get your "Blender" on!

[Source: Rare Blend]







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