Author: cory

Finally, for something completely different… A composer of formidable technique at work

After reading the nice article on Cory in the Palo Alto Weekly I created a quiet block of time so I could actively listen — with full attention — to the music and lyrics on his CD. Wow! — I am so impressed with the musicality, variety, depth, *philosophy,* balance — talent. I marvel at his creativity, and appreciate the sheer hard work — hours, months, years — involved in the process. He had a dream and went after it! He has such beautiful blends in his music and thoughts – depth balanced with a delightful sense of humor.

It’s deep, man. I APPLAUD you big time, for your fine work. Keep it up.

I LOVE A Little Extra and My Oyster. Congrats! In fact, I have been meaning to tell you (and I am reminded just about daily) that Apple must love your songs.I fully admit that Doctor Noize entered my iPod by accident… But I definitely wanted My Oyster on there, thus both albums are on my iPod along with about 500 other miscellaneous songs. Anyway, I keep it on shuffle and Apple/iPod plays one of your songs from either album at least every third song. That’s a pretty great ratio. I’m not sure whose wheels you greased to get that to happen, but it does make me think of you fondly and often! 😉

Your openness in your music is really great-keep the faith!

I just re-listened to My Oyster and it’s kickin’, man. I’m going to scream and cry until someone gets it for me for Christmas. I heard it when I was 14, but I really don’t think I fully appreciated it at a time when I pretty much only listened to ’90s white American ska and punk. I’m all about good orchestration now, and your album has certainly got that… You were a huge influence on me getting started with recording. In fact, you were kind of THE influence. So bones to you, brother.

This is the sound of the future.

From now on, record stores will have a new category with just one artist. You crazy wacky person. I really enjoyed the CD. Broadway meets Queen meets the Beatles meets Steely Dan meets Cory meets Beethoven meets blah blah blah!

As I listened to your CD the first time, I was awe struck when I heard both of the dedication pieces! I was touched by the songs you wrote for your brother and father, and from a distant place, I wanted to say that I respect your strength to be able to write and perform these songs. Courageous, ambitious, not trivializing or being trite.

As a woman, let me tell you that Something (For Janette) is one of THEEE most romantic, loving and wonderful songs that I have ever heard. And, the fact that you chose to share that special gift with the rest of the world is awesome! It allows us to see the glory of your relationship. Besides, most every person that has heard that song in my presence has commented about how romantic and wonderful it is! I’m looking forward to the next show.