Khalil Madyun
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Khalil Madyun
Brown Raisin Music; 2006
Pop music is unique in that as a name it is to suggest something that will be popular, and have some popularity. As a genre it means a music that is straightforward and to the point, irresistible upon first listen, deserving of repeat listens. If the music industry today has a crystal ball there is someone who is more than ready to create pop masterpieces of the future. His name is Khalil Madyun.
This 6-song EP is basic and to the point: it features nothing more than Madyun, his voice, and his music, most of which is played by him. Don’t think Prince. Instead, think of the best elements of Babyface, Me’Shell NdegeOcello, and Christopher Cross, and you have a glimpse of this man’s potential. The songs are easy to listen to, without pop culture cliches or the need to crossover into other genres. The CD works as an example of Madyun as an artist at work, and also as a songwriter whose songs could become this generation’s Stevie Wonder or Bernie Taupin. The intimacy of these songs works for his voice, although it would be interesting to see what he would be able to do with a full band or orchestra.
– John Book
- OkayPlayer.com
Discography
Self titled EP- Khalil Madyun 2006
Love, Peace, Freedom 2012
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Experience the soothing vocals and relaxing music of singer/songwriter Khalil Madyun. Performing on piano and guitar, he will weave you into his world with catchy lyrics and melodies that stay in your head. John Book from okayplayer.com says in his review of Khalil's self -titled debut EP, "think of the best elements of Babyface, Me'shell Ndegeocello and Christopher Cross....he's a songwriter whose songs could become this generation's Stevie Wonder or Bernie Taupin".
Originally from Boston, Khalil has made New York his home and performs both in New York and in the New England area. In New York, he has performed at The Cornelia Street Cafe, Tula Kitchen, Rockwood Music Hall, Waltz-Astoria, The Perch Cafe, 169 Bar, The Triad Theater, The Cutting Room, CBGB's Downstairs Lounge, South Street Seaport and in Bryant Park. In Boston he has performed at Kennedy's Midtown, All Asia Cafe, and Kells. In Western Massachusetts, he has performed at Mocha Maya's Cafe and Udderly Delicious. Khalil has also done a Borders Cafe mini-tour to Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Showcases/Awards/Accomplishments:
**"Personality" aired on Touch 106.1 FM Boston 2007
**"How Many Ways" is on the compilation CD The Best of The Songwriters Hall of Fame New Writers Showcase vol. 3"
**Sung backing vocals for Susan Tedeschi as a student at Berklee College of Music 's 20th Anniversary Singers Showcase
**IMWS Northeast Semi-finalist 2006
**NY Regional Finalist for New MountainStage New Song Contest
**Graduated Berklee College of Music 2004
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