Maxi Dunn

Maxi Dunn has returned with her second album, "The Neglected Gambit", a beautiful collection of songs from the heart. The album takes off with a powerful start with the title track, a rocker with a lot of soul and emotion in the music and lyrics. We then head into pop territory in with the upbeat sound of "Why Do I Want You". Another song with a lot of soul and emotion, definitely one of my favorites on the album. "So What" is sweet and sassy, almost whimsical - which suits the theme of the song quite nicely. And then we follow with one of the sweetest tunes on the album."Baby It's So Wonderful". a blissful sound for a pretty love song. The mood then changes with "Tangled Tree", where we head into a serious ballad, with a sophisticated, contemporary feel. Next, "You Took the Sunshine From My Heart', is a powerful song of raw emotion and sensuality. You can't help but smile when hearing the next track, "Firecracker V Mr Flash Rocket', a cheeky little ditty full of clever metaphor, and brilliantly performed with all sorts of cute surprises in the vocal arrangement. Another favorite of mine is "Make it Better". Optimistic and happy, this song just shimmers like diamonds. It's a song that describes letting go of the past, healing from a hurtful situation and looking ahead to a bright future. You can feel the strength in the vibe of the music. After that it's time to batten down the hatches for "Weather Warning" - another song with brilliant use of metaphor, turning to the elements this time, possibly to brace oneself against approaching stormy situations, likening raindrops to tears, and grey skies to encapsulate the entire vibe. Fantastic lyrics and performance. After weathering the storm, we then enter a calm but sombre, sobering tale of past regrets, with "Messed Up". Where to turn now? Following up, a new dawn breaks, with apologetic expressions and desires of making a new start, letting bygones be bygones shine through in "Will You Forgive Me?" And last but not least, the chilling "Winter Ghost", a very dark and painful song that again makes fantastic use of metaphor to describe a situation that despite has all the appearance of being real, was perhaps nothing but an ethereal experience of which remnants continue to haunt..
The 12 songs on this album are beautifully performed, showcasing Maxi's brilliant songwriting and gorgeous vocals. Kudos also to Pete Hackett for his instrumental work and production on this stellar album. Highly recommended.
~L. Biagini

Hi Maxi

Just wishing you the best of luck with the new album and I'll be getting my details to you ASAP for a copy. If it's anything like 'Welcome to Soonville' then it'll be a pleasure to liten to.
It's good to know that there are singers and musicians out there who are still doing it for the right reasons.

X traite

What a wonderful site for such a wonderful, talented lady!!!

Hello Everyone,

Thanks so much for your kind words!

I appreciate your support, I do, I do!!! :-)

Looking forward to you hearing the new album!

Happy New Year, all the best for 2011.

Love

MaXi~~

Hey It's one of your kids friends, congratulations on the singing career.
best of luck for the following years
Lauren & Callum Sawyer

Great Site Maxi..Love the photos and music links. Way Kewl...Peace out

Congratulations on over 10,000 hits to your wonderful website! What a great show of success for your anniversary! Anyone who hasn't yet bought a copy of "Welcome To Soonville" simply must! It's a wonderful album, with brilliant, heartfelt songs that not only showcases Maxi's talent as a songwriter, but also her performance shines through on each an every track through her amazing vocals and top-notch arrangements. No emotion is spared in this album, and it's that genuine quality that makes this album stand out. So many of us can identify with the themes presented in her songs, making it a powerful, yet comforting experience for the listener. The melodies can be infectious, as I have awaken many a morning with the chorus to one of Maxi's songs playing in my mind.. I can honestly say that I love this album!
I'm very excited for the upcoming release of "The Neglected Gambit". Please check out Maxi's YouTube videos as well - she has some fantastic videos there, giving you another dimension by which to enjoy her brilliant songs!

OK, it's official- I'm HOOKED!! Maxi, your voice is so clear and expressive, as are your lyrics. What an incredible talent. Love it all!

Thankyou so much Mal! I am so chuffed you downloaded "Don't Get Involved", that is one of my personal favourites from the album! I am also really made up to be involved in this seasons Fatea showcase! Thanks again!

MaXi

Just downloaded Dont Get Involved from I tunes - wonderful, well done Fatea for finding you!!!! Good luck!!

Get the brews in Shifty ( Peter Sutcliffe) Davies.....

What an album, i've never taken it off the communal stereo. it's gotten me through some lonely nights, i'll tell you. any chance of a live appearance?

Catchy powerpop hooks and beautiful harmonies. This CD gets better with every listen!

Great stuff! But i may be a bit biased! Here's to the next one!
:))))

a wonderful cd ,full of groovy tunage and wicked production.. well done :)

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