Michelle Tumes CD

The highly anticipated return release from Michelle Tumes is a richly orchestrated collection of classical pop compositions, featuring spacious, organic arrangements highlighting her breathy, angelic voice. Includes "Yearning," "Domine," Let It Rain," and more.

A self-titled album usually indicates an introduction to a new artist, but Michelle Tumes’ latest release is a reintroduction—a chance to become reacquainted with a voice we have loved. Michelle parted ways with Sparrow Records after three albums and has come back to the scene with this amazing piece of art, proving that her journey to rediscovering her creativity, apart from thoughts of commercial success, was well worth each path-carving step.

From the first to the last track, each song flows effortlessly to the next, preserving the ambient and ethereal mood that becomes the backdrop of the album—artfully produced by Michelle and her husband, Doug Higgins. With soaring strings and building undertones, these 11 songs come together as one powerfully enchanting statement. Tumes’ vocals seem to float above the tracks, angelic and haunting. The words she sings with stunning clarity and innocence seamlessly weave their way into the music as the perfect compliment to the artistic tapestry of sounds.

“Domine,” the first single released from the album, is both catchy and upbeat. While most of the album lends itself to a moody and melancholy tone, this song is a good addition with its tempo and moving instrumental parts. The song “Fair Weather” has a chorus that literally explodes and leaves goose bumps on your arms.

In addition to the 50-piece orchestra (conducted by Tumes herself) featured on the album, contributing musicians include drummer Vinnie Coliauta (Sting), bassist Leeland Sklar (Phil Collins), percussionist Bernie Dressel (Brian Setzer) and Venus Hum’s programming whiz Tony Miracle. Released on her own indie label, Levantar, this is by far Tumes’ best effort to date—yes, even better than Listen and Center of My Universe. So grab your favorite warm drink and a spare hour in your day and drink in this masterful music experience.

KATE McDONALD- CCMMagazine.com

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Reviewed by Fantasy Lover (FL), November 23, 2009

I don't actually have this CD - yet. But I Have listened to some of the songs online and on the radio. This woman is a beautiful singer.I love her voice. My favorite songs have to be Domine and Caelum infinitum. Gorgeous! Caelum Infinitum is the kind of song you can see in movies like the Choronicles of Narnia. This CD would be worth getting just for the couple of songs I have heard. Grab it!

Reviewed by Mia (Manning, SC), February 02, 2008

I LOVE THIS CD!!!!!! Her voice is amazing I listen to it all the time and the music is just so soothing and calming, it really draws me closer to the Lord.

Reviewed by Marj Andres (Niagara Falls, On,), October 14, 2007

I could listen to this CD all day. Parts are catchy and make you have to sing along, parts are restful, parts are just plain inspiring! God has given this beautiful lady an even more beautiful voice and talent.

Reviewed by Vanessa Moldovan (Des Plaines, IL), September 20, 2007

I love the mood of this CD. However, sometimes the meaning of the song is hard to draw out. But the tunes and the singing are so beautiful.

Reviewed by David (Colorado Springs, CO), April 05, 2007

AMAZINGLY BEAUTIFUL !!! This album totally rocks from down under !!!! I especially love Lovely Day & Hold on to Jesus. I'd have to say that Michelle Tumes is my absolute favorite female artist. Her voice is most definitely Heaven sent, and I bet it's better than that of the angels !!!

Reviewed by Paul (Texas), January 08, 2007

Looks like the music is taking the journey back to roots. Right idea. Where could we have improvement... not the heart of it (meaning the topic of her relationship with God), but probably more in the music itself. Of course, let me listen more and I could change my mind. I just heard it for the first time tonight.

Reviewed by Michelle (good ol' TF), November 02, 2006

So far I've just heard clips and Domine (on her new website) and it rocks! She sounds the same, but has an improved sound (I think) to her singing. Way to go!

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