I received a review copy of the new album Slice courtesy of the One2One Network. I have been listening to it for the last week or so. It is the fifth studio album for John Ondrasik and Five for Fighting. It became available October 13, 2009 in stores, on line, and in iTunes. A track listing follows
- “Slice”
- “Note to the Unknown Soldier”
- “Tuesday”
- “Chances”
- “This Dance”
- “Above the Timberline”
- “Transfer”
- “Hope”
- “Story of Your Life”
- “Love Can’t Change the Weather”
- “Augie Nieto”
- “Nowhere Bar” (iTunes exclusive)
Ondrasik writes and performs his own material. His verse reflects his personal views on life–clean, clear, and meaningful. His style is reminiscent of early Billy Joel, Barry Manilow, and Nat King Cole. Add piano and some strings, some orchestration and the result is Wow! The music is definitely alternative set back, laid back and good for a listen although today’s generation may think differently.
The album title was inspired by Don McLean’s American Pie. The songs are filled with stories of passing time. Ostracize is a strong supporter of the American military and its families. His Note to an Unknown Soldier brings everything back home. My own personal favorite is Story of Your Life. I’m caught in the refrain.
Ondrasik is a srong supporter of the military and various charities. In February 2007 John launched whatkindofworlddoyouwant.com, a charity driven website that raises money for various charities when users view video clips provided by visitors to the site. Current views are over 3 million with approximately $300,000 donated! John is a dedicated supporter of US Troops, performing for US Forces at Guantanamo Bay, Hawaii, Guam & Japan on USO tours. He’s created & produced “For the Troops”, a CD compilation of superstar recordings that is available for free to every active service person in US Armed Forces. John Ondrasik is on Facebook and Twitter.
Five for Fighting, a platinum-selling artist, has given loyal fans another winner. It is well worth the listen.
Slice is available to purchase from Amazon and other retailers.
Use this widget to listen to Slice as well as past Five For Fighting hits such as Superman, a song that became a song of healing and a reminder about the events of 09/11.
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One winner will receive an autographed copy of the Slice CD.
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US addresses only please. This contest will end on Friday 11/13/09 at 11:59 pm est. If you’ve entered any of my giveaways before then you know that only comments containing all of the requested information will be eligible for entry. The winner must contact me to confirm they wish to receive the prize within two days of my email notifying them they’ve won. Good luck to everyone!
The product(s) featured in this review was provided free of cost to me for the sole purpose of product testing and review. This review has not been monetarily compensated and is based on the views and opinions of my family and/or self. Please note that the opinions reflected in this post have not been influenced by the sponsor in any way.
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on Nov 1st, 2009 at 9:08 am
I love it. I haven’t listened to grownup music in three years.
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on Nov 1st, 2009 at 9:09 am
I subscribe.
denise_22315 (at) yahoo (dot) com
on Nov 1st, 2009 at 12:45 pm
DEnise,
Welcome.
Pat.
on Nov 1st, 2009 at 12:46 pm
DEnise,
Reason.
Pat.
on Nov 1st, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I like the song. Its mellow and easy listening to
on Nov 1st, 2009 at 1:52 pm
email subscriber
on Nov 2nd, 2009 at 10:16 pm
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on Nov 3rd, 2009 at 12:51 am
Always partial to FFF’s music and I loved Slice!
on Nov 3rd, 2009 at 12:51 am
I subscribe via google reader.
on Nov 3rd, 2009 at 7:02 am
dag888888,
With all those 8’s, I thought I was playing the numbers.
Pat.
on Nov 3rd, 2009 at 7:02 am
dag888888,
Glad you enjoyed the review.
Pat.
on Nov 4th, 2009 at 5:07 am
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on Nov 4th, 2009 at 5:34 pm
Sounds good, I would like to listen to this CD while I am working on my computer.
on Nov 4th, 2009 at 6:22 pm
I like it. This is a new group for me. Well, I recognize the name but 5 albums? I must have been hising in the closet!
I tend to get stuck into a music rut of favorites that I play over and over again.
on Nov 4th, 2009 at 6:23 pm
I meant to say hiding in the closet not hising. lol
I am a feed subscriber to reader and email also.
on Nov 4th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:24 am
I thought it was very touching
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:25 am
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:25 am
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:26 am
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:27 am
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 5:19 am
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on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:27 am
Madwoman,
Great.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:32 am
DG,
Great.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:32 am
DG,
Wat to go.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:33 am
DG,
Busy.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:33 am
DG,
Thanks.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:33 am
DG,
Good luck.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:34 am
DG,
Enjoy.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:34 am
DG,
Great messages.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:41 am
Madwoman,
I know==typos happen–just look at mine.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:41 am
Madwoman,
I also play fav s again and again.
Pat.
on Nov 5th, 2009 at 8:52 am
Rebecca,
Me I like listening while I am driving.
Pat.
on Nov 6th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
I really liked it; especially the piano in the background.
on Nov 6th, 2009 at 12:56 pm
I follow on Twitter (WendiP)
on Nov 6th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
Wendi,
Glad you are along.
Pat.
on Nov 6th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
Wendi,
Great–as did I.
Pat.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:38 am
I like the song, I especially liked the piano playing on this one.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:40 am
I subscribe in google reader
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:42 am
I faved you in techorati, anne1456 - but it looks like techorati isn’t displaying faves right now, I got a message they are re-do their system.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:03 pm
Anne,
Ok.
Pat.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
Anne,
Appreciate it.
Pat.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
Anne,
Reminds me of my adolescent youth.
Pat.
on Nov 12th, 2009 at 10:52 pm
It’s got the sort of melancholy/hopeful sound I found so compelling in Superman. I really enjoyed this. Thanks for the chance to win this CD. (I work in a retail store, and this is exactly the kind of music I like to have in the CD changer. Not overtly offensive to customers but not sleep-inducing in me.)
on Nov 13th, 2009 at 6:46 am
Sito,
Not headache invoking either.
Pat.
on Nov 14th, 2009 at 1:48 am
I listened to Chances by Five For Fighting. Very nice. I found myself tryiing to keep the beat. LOL. The band has some good musicians. I like that you can hear each instrument along with the voice.
on Nov 14th, 2009 at 8:43 am
Susan,
I agree.
Pat.