Review:

on 2011-12-02 Michael_Morrison Said:

Most would agree most popular artists out there have something truly special to give to their fans. This goes above the typical attributes like raw talent, amazing songs, nice voice, or even a very marketable look, sound and image. There's something truly infectious at the core of these artists that simply makes us feel good when we listen to them. Whatever 'it' is - they all seem to have 'it'.



Today I spun to the latest CD from Tennessee's own 12 Followers/Meteo Xavier entitled Espers released in 2010. Venturing to his website and reading his bio I get the impression he is one ambient composer that is extremely passionate about the songwriting craft. From start to finish this CD from 12FMX presents a type of evil genius flair and mystique. Almost like a modern day Moby or Prodigy or even Beck. It has an Ambient or even Alternative Rock quality to it but should not to be underestimated or easily pinned down. It dabbles in what I would call psychedelic space ambience with a techno or Electronica flair. Trust me when I say this artist goes a bit deeper than the next independent artist out there. Any fans of the above artists or musical styles will enjoy this latest release from 12FMX. I get the impression 12 Followers/Meteo Xavier is just rolling with what he knows as a composer within each one of these pieces. In other words he hits the mark remarkably well by just being himself. Favorite track is (Ornamekais). Within each one of these songs 12FMX finds his soul and delivers his best musical mojo. He is clearly from another planet and is a force to be reckoned with. The overall vibe of the production is very unpredictable, very original and highly entertaining.



12FMX is a fascinating artist. Like I said most famous artists out there have 'it' I'm not so sure what it but 12 Follwers/Meteo Xavier clearly has whatever 'it' may be.



Michael Morrison

Edited by Cyrus Rhodes
Rating: 7/10