Gabriel Tajeu / Finding My Way

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Artist Name:Gabriel Tajeu
Label:SWEET SOUL RECORDS
Product Code:SSRi-0045

Presenting the ultimate surf sound, captivating with a gentle, smoky voice! Catchy, bluesy tunes and pleasant melodies are a must-have this summer!

With a guitar in hand, Gabriel Tajeu, a promising singer-songwriter reminiscent of the next-generation John Mayer or Ben Harper, weaves melodies with his sweet, smoky voice over tracks that blend folk-rock and R&B/Soul. These melodies are bluesy and endlessly pleasant. He grew up listening to R&B singers like Luther Vandross and Brian McKnight, and their influence is strongly felt in his singing style, phrasing, and chord progressions. However, he says, "I intentionally incorporate elements I lack, such as the songwriting sensibility, rock feel, and song structure found in the music of Ben Harper, Ryan Adams, and Joni Mitchell," building his own unique musical perspective. His solo album, "Finding My Way," is a culmination of his work, which he spent several years writing, composing, arranging, and recording. As he says, "After several years of understanding music and myself, the time has finally come to share my music with the world, not just as an artist but as a human being." The album kicks off with an impressive opening sequence, starting with "Rain Drops" (#1), a pleasant blend of soulful organ, rhythm, and pop melodies, followed by "Self-Righteous" (#2), with its laid-back beat perfect for relaxing on a summer beach, and then "Darling Please" (#3), where the guitar creates a romantic atmosphere. After that, the refreshing and accessible melodies and organic, gentle sound that flow one after another, spearheaded by "Doin' Just Fine" (#12), are full of summer vibes! The ultimate work that allows you to fully enjoy the unique musical perspective of "next-generation John Mayer," Gabriel Tajeu, is finally here!

TRACK LIST

  1. Raindrops (04:16)
  2. Self-Righteous (04:19)
  3. Darling Please (04:42)
  4. I'll Take What She Gives (04:36)
  5. Patience (03:28)
  6. Something It Ain't (04:02)
  7. And I Say (03:00)
  8. Weight of the World (04:59)
  9. How Do I Tell Her (03:56)
  10. Why Should I (03:40)
  11. All I Want Is You (04:07)
  12. Doin‘ Just Fine (02:50)
  13. Why Should I [Unplugged] [Japan Bonus Tracks] (03:50)
  14. Raindrops [Unplugged] [Japan Bonus Tracks] (04:48)
  15. Darling Please [Unplugged] [Japan Bonus Tracks] (04:31)