CelebrityCafe.com Reviews Traveling Salesman

April 27th, 2009

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Joseph Iadanza’s Traveling Salesman combines the best elements of folk/rock and does justice to the legacy of artists such as James Taylor, Cat Stevens and Jim Croce by securing a place for their style of music well into the 21st century.

“Once upon a Time” is a beautifully crafted and sweetly simplistic tune that marries lovely melodic twists with a terrific rousing ending. “In My Heart” reminded me of Neil Young’s “Down by the River,” with its dark undertones and emotional intensity.

Tracks like “Sunshine Blues” and the title track, “Traveling Salesman,” are rollicking fun, and really showcase Iadanza’s voice, which sounds eerily like a modern day version of the late, great Harry Chapin.

There is nice diversity here, and Iadanza is adept at changing gears, infusing energy into more up-tempo tunes and delivering his ballads with quiet grace. I found myself hoping this Traveling Salesman would be here to stay, because whatever he’s selling next, I’m sold.

Reviewer: JC Chute