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New Catholic Review

Alexandra — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:56:07 +0000

I’m the Music Director at St. Timothy church in Laguna Niguel and we had a member of our music ministry (Erik Przytulski) do an arrangement of Alex Celano’s song; “A Child is Born”. We are going to sing this arrangement with our large Christmas Choir. The song is truly anointed and the choir has had a lot of fun putting the arrangement together. Alex is a gifted songwriter and this song has a lot going for it. Above all, there is great Christmas joy here that is truly needed at this time of the year. I am very blessed to have Alex and her husband Bryan ministering at St. Timothy’s. The entire album has something for everyone and I think anyone listening to this music will be uplifted and blessed. Thank you Alex!!

Bob DeCarlo, Music Director
St. Timothy Catholic Church, Laguna Niguel

New Catholic Review

Alexandra — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 21:27:43 +0000

On the inside cover of her cd “I’m Overcome”, Alexandra Celano has written “counting my blessings”. While that is true for her, it is also true for anyone who listens to and experiences her voice, her passion, her expressiveness in this collection of lovely songs with beautiful music. I count my blessings each time I enjoy her music; I am certain that many others would do the same. Her gifts remind us all of the blessings that surround us.

Monsignor John Urell
Laguna Niguel, CA

“A CHILD IS BORN” Selected for INDIEHEAVEN’S TOP20 CHART for the month of December!!

Alexandra — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 17:21:03 +0000

“A CHILD IS BORN” was selected for Indieheaven’s TOP20 Chart for the month of December! Thank you to Indieheaven and all of my listeners and supporters. Please keep voting for my songs on Indieheaven’s TOP20 and FANFAVES charts!! Simply listen and rate songs from 1 star (good) to 5 stars (great!)

Merry Christmas and God Bless,

Alexandra

“A CHILD IS BORN” Receives Widespread Christmas Radio Airplay

Alexandra — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 02:51:38 +0000

Many stations, online and terrestrial, are playing “A Child is Born” this holiday season. They include:

BRTO (Netherlands)
WEMM (huntington/WV/tri-state)
CJCA (Edmonton,Alberta Canada)
BethelPilotRadio.com (Internet)
WMHR (Syracuse, NY)
WAJP net Radio (Kentucky)
CKJS (Winnipeg )
KVIP (Redding CA)
WBFC Solid Gospel 107.5 FM (Chattanooga, TN)
Redneck Disciple Show (Harrodsburg Ky)
KJIC (Houston, Texas)
Nitido Rayo 101/7 FM (Nagua)
WGMA (Spindale NC)
WJFY/WJFZ (Newark OH/Zanesville OH)
wmpc (Detroit)
Bethel Radio - (Dayton, OH)
KPDQ FM (Portland, Oregon)
CHSB (Bedford/Sackville - UK)
live 365 Christian Originals Radio Market (Internet)
Voice of Hope (Bonaire, Netherlands Antilles)
WJFY/WJFZ (Newark OH/Zanesville OH)
WYCV (GRANITE FALLS,HICKORY,N.C.)
WLUJ (Central Illinois)
Word Outreach Radio (England)
Devil Free Radio (on Live 365) - the Christmas Cafe Program
Bigloo Christian Radio Market (Internet)
KIAM (Alaska)
KNOW Radio (internet)
WLIX FM - Long Island’s Voice of Hope
WELL-FM (Auburn, AL)
2RFM, Newcastle, Australia
2HHH FM, Sydney NSW
WFST (Northern Maine and Western New Brunswick)
THE CHRISTIAN MIX ONLINE, Westerly Rhode Island
Women of Substance Radio (Internet-Live 365 station - Holiday Radio program)
WWWJ 1360 AM (Galax, VA)
WKTO (New Smyrna beach, FL)
WZAP (Tri-Cities TN-VA)
EJNM.NET
Christian Originals on Live 365 (Internet)
CMR (Nashville)
The Songwriter’s Network Live Stream (Musictogo.com - Internet)
Spirit of Praise Radio on Live365.com (internet)
Kingdom Airwaves (internet)

Radio Stations Continue to Add Songs from “I’m Overcome”

Alexandra — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 06:00:12 +0000

Since it’s release, songs from “I’m Overcome” are getting airplay across the globe, both on internet and terrestrial radio stations. Here are some links to a few of these stations:

KUCR 88.3 FM - (UC Riverside’s Saturday Liturgical Radio Program “Cross Reaction”)
Mark Watkins Music Show (UK Internet Radio)
KTHX (Americana station - Reno, NV)
CountryBear.com (Americana internet station, FL)
Breakaway Radio (Inspirational Music from Independent Artists)
Pongid Radio (Independent Online Radio)
Universal Christian Radio (Satellite Christian Radio)
Kingdom Airwaves Internet Radio (Christian Internet Radio)
Into the Light (Internet Country and Americana Gospel Radio)
Spirit of Praise Radio on Live 365.com (Internet Christian Praise and Worship Music)
BBN4Jesus Radio (AM Christian station out of El Paso Texas)
Indie104Radio LA (internet Indie Radio Station based in LA)
Christianmixinet (internet Christian Radio)
Spiritco1 Radio (internet Christian Radio)
BRTO Netherlands - “The Saloon” (Netherlands Country Radio Program)
Celtic Roots Radio on Live 365.com out of Ireland (Ireland Celtic Station)
MVYRadio.com - Local Musicafe (internet radio station promoting emerging grassroots artists)
The Americana Collection - TSP Country Radio (internet Americana and Country)
Women of Substance Radio - Christian Sunday Morning Program a Live 365.com Christian Radio Program
Ladies of Country Music (LCOM) Radio Program (Internet Country Radio)
Mark Watkins Music Show (varied blend of contemporary, specialist and ethnic music)
Upper Room Radio Show (Indie music in funk, R&B, jazz, blues, rock, hip-hop, latin, and gospel genres)
WVGN 107.3 FM virgin islands (Public Radio in the Virgin Islands)
WDOV (Online Indie Gospel Station)
The Link (Online Contemporary Christian-Inspirational Music)

Thanksgiving Grace

Alexandra — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:52:44 +0000

This Thanksgiving was the first Thanksgiving that my Grandpa didn’t lead grace. Grandpa joined the angels on July 2nd of this year, just days shy of his 89th birthday. He was such an amazing man and he left a legacy that is truly awe-inspiring. My song, “Grandpa”, attempts to describe the man he was while he was on this earth, but no song can adequately describe the spirit he possessed and the blessing he was to so many.

So, this Thanksgiving was different. The family came together, the kitchen was bustling and we all were truly grateful. It was a bittersweet gratitude, but Grandpa would have wanted us to give thanks to God, no matter what…..and this we did.

What follows is the prayer I read as we held hands and gave thanks to our maker and all of our loved ones that had gone before us….

“Thank you Lord for everyone in this room and for all of our loved ones still with us and those that have returned home to you. Thank you for the gift of today and the promise of tomorrow, no matter what it may bring.

Grandpa John showed us each and everyday what real faith is. May we continue in his footsteps to:

Love completely
Laugh often..sometimes ’til we cry
Put you before ourselves
Praise your name, and
When it seems life is just too much to bear, to manage to keep going because each day is a gift.

In your name we pray and give thanks, Amen.”

Thanksgiving, 2009
Alexandra Celano

Alexandra’s Songs Climb Indieheaven’s FanFaves Charts - Please vote!

Alexandra — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 02:33:00 +0000

Make sure to check out Indieheaven’s fanfaves chart and vote for Alexandra’s songs, all of which have reached the top 3. Just click on this link and vote for Alexandra! Currently, Alexandra’s Christmas single - A CHILD IS BORN - is #1!!

Alexandra Signs Licensing Deal with Audiosocket

Alexandra — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 02:49:49 +0000

Alexandra is excited to announce that she has signed a licensing deal with Audiosocket music for possible future music placement. You can find out more about audiosocket at www.audiosocketmusic.com.

New Review: Skope Online Magazine ~ 5 Stars!

Alexandra — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:52:40 +0000

This singer/songwriter from Southern California is bringing her highly spiritual & inspirational music to the forefront. Alexandra Celano blends a joyful mix of Christian, country, rock, pop and Americana to make up one uplifting sound. Celano invites you to come along on her celestial life journey. The eleven tracks on I’m Overcome captures the artists’ true essence as a human being on this earth.

This album focuses on a deep sense of faith and family along with a warmth of goodness that comes from the heart. Celano sings these songs in such a convincing manner where her voice is angelic and her words are gripping. As she bears her soul to us, it appears to be full of joy and happiness. What I hear on this recording is incredibly satisfying music that will soothe your soul. The overall tone is a very peaceful one where Alexandra appears to be calling out to the angels & the heavens. Her voice is lovely in pitch & tone, but powerful in the sense of mere presence. As I listen to this album, I am overcome with a heavy feeling of peace & well-being.

The record starts up with the title track, “I’m Overcome”, where you get a definite country feel along with an overwhelming sensation of goodness. Celano also supplies peacefully good lyrics to ease things out & make everything right. Song two, “I Will Go” goes in a pop/rock direction more so with soothing melodies and a subtle country vibe. “My Father’s Hands” gives you a soft ‘n’ tender touch while “Let the River Flow” is giving high praise. Track six, “You”, offers up a sweet sentiment while “More than a Man” is beautifully done and dedicated to the ultimate higher power known as Jesus Christ. The song, “Grandpa”, is such a tremendous & touching tribute that it is extremely momentous for all. The album ends with the pure innocence of a child being born as the miracle of life is captured & cherished.

Another pivotal figure toward the making of this album would be Ed Tree who produced, engineered & mixed 10 tracks along with handling much of the instrumentation. All lyrics belong to Alexandra except “In This Place” and “My Father’s Hands” co-written by none other than her husband, Bryan Celano. Key players come together to make something truly special here.

I can’t leave without mentioning the imagery on the covers of this album. You witness the glowing light of Alexandra Celano on the front with displays of ever-flowing water & flowers. This continues on the inside as well to give off a very serene, peaceful and holy visual sensation. The packaging is put together so well that you get such a great feeling right away from the tranquil scene brought to life.

I just hope that the world will rejoice as Alexandra becomes overcome with emotion and shines through you. I’d like to leave with some gracious words by Celano that really sum up her character and the character of this record: “I’m so grateful to God and his many angels for leading me on my musical journey. I’m truly overcome…” All there is left to say is God Bless and Amen. For more on Alexandra Celano and her spiritual journey known as I’m Overcome, SKOPE out www.alexandracelano.com.

Written by Jimmy Rae (jrae@skopemag.com)
This review can be found at skopemag.com

New Review: Wildy’s World

Alexandra — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 01:11:57 +0000

The OC’s Alexandra Celano is making her own dreams come true, with a long deferred recording and performance career starting to take off. Celano’s debut CD, I’m Overcome features a mix of Pop and Country song with spiritual themes revolving around family, love and faith. With an avid internet following and burgeoning radio play at Christian Internet radio stations as well as internet based Country stations, Celano is on the verge of something big. I’m Overcome expresses her wonder at all while keeping a focus on the spiritual side of life.

Celano takes Praise music back to the roots of Country and Gospel with the bluegrass flavored title track on I’m Overcome. Celano’s pleasant alto and country twang are nearly up-staged by the outstanding instrumental play that shows a nearly-classical respect for melody and structure. Celano confirms that twang-ridden alto on I Will Go, but surprises by effortlessly reaching for notes in her upper register and singing just as sweetly as down low. In This Place is contemplative old school Southern Gospel done up in gorgeous vocal harmonies and strings.

Celano mixes things up nicely on Let The River Flow using a rhythmic base and a gospel style small vocal ensemble to fill out the sound. The song itself sticks with the highly polished and gentle feel that pervades I’m Overcome, but it works in this context. You is a prayer of thanks and praise that’s sweet and well done but could use just a touch more energy from a performance standpoint. Celano does a character sketch in Grandpa that will hit home for anyone who’s ever lost a beloved grandparent or parent. Celano drops a sweet love song in You’re Good For Me that’s destined to be a mix-tape and perhaps even a wedding song. More Than A Man is an ode to Jesus based on the Christian belief in Salvation through the Crucifixion. Celano moves on to the sweet Dancing Angel before launching into the closing number, A Child Is Born.

Alexandra Celano fills up her songs with faith and a quiet grace that’s missing from most modern praise music. This is definitely “Easy Listening” Contemporary Christian Music, lacking any real edge or modern touch but sounding a lot like the classic Country/Gospel albums of the 1970’s from folks like Christy Lane and Anne Murray. I suspect I’m Overcome will be most popular with folks who still remember such artists fondly, but the album is well done.

You can find this review at the popular Wildy’s World music blog on blogspot: Wildy’s World