Get through an emotional and nostalgic musical journey with Pop music artist from Perth O’Neill Fernandes and his latest 50th double album project.
Introduction:
Only a few artists are able to release their 50th album in their musical career and veteran artist O’Neill Fernandes is one of them. This prolific artist got involved in music in 2010 and since then he never stopped enjoying the musical scene and has an urge to play the guitar. He has always paid gratitude to his beloved wife Linda who has suggested him to record his musical talent and that’s when he started his journey. This talented artist from Australia is best known for his diversified knowledge of music and creations that speak for his passion. The album is also celebrating his significant progress in the musical journey which he achieved despite all the struggles.
Musicality:
O’Neill’s knack for music developed at a young age and he has constantly improved himself with each music project he released. His music showcases a remarkable evolution in musicality over the years. Featuring uplifting melodies and near-acoustic softness, he has always captivated the listeners’ minds with an emotional depth. His deep passion for musical instruments and Australian music is reflected in the music projects he releases. His musicality involves a hefty dose of individuality and authenticity. O’Neill has always concentrated on exploring various genres and all of his musical projects finely reflects his experiment with different musical styles.
Standout Tracks:
This inspiring musician has come up with a 50th album project which is comprised of two sides. Side A is called ‘Great Southern Land’ which refers to Australia comprised of 20 hit instrumental covers of popular Australian music.
The Pop music artist from Perth always stays true to his craft and that is reflected through Side B as well. It is titled ‘Shades Of The Shads…Vol.4’, the fourth volume of tributary albums for the band The Shadows. O’Neill covered some of the most popular tracks by the bands Mustang, The Early Years, Out of The Shadows, and hank Plays Holly etc.
Side A – ‘Great Southern Land’ – O’Neill Fernandes grew up loving Australian music and throughout his life, he has cherished the impact of Australian culture. The Aussie way of life has influenced him in many ways. This is the 8th Australian Album project that this talented veteran has dedicated to Australian artists and bands, covering the period 1965 to 2005. Side A of the album comprises 20 tracks.
Starting from ‘Something So Strong’ to ‘Great Southern Land’ – every track has reflected his immense interest in making music and giving it a different direction. Influenced by some popular artists, his musicality represents the rich tapestry of Australian pop and rock history. Side A – ‘Great Southern Land’ comprises tracks like – ‘Holy Grail’, ‘Indisposed, ‘Rain’, ‘‘It’s a Long Way There’, ‘On the Prowl’, and ‘Devil Inside’ etc
Side B – ‘Shades Of The Shads…Vol.4’–Well, this part of the album represents something more interesting about his musical career. This side of the album is everything about what got him interested in learning to play guitar. O’Neill has, therefore, celebrated the journey while going back to the day when it all began.
‘Shades Of The Shads…Vol.4’consists of28 tracks from 1960 to 2024. Tracks like – ‘Dakota’, ‘Adios Muchachos’, ‘It’s A Man’s World’, ‘The Music of The Night’, ‘The Lost City’, and ‘Santa Ana’ etc. have made a difference by establishing the musical essence of O’Neill Fernandes. All the tracks from this Side B of the album have reflected the rich, melodic and nostalgic feel that he has infused in every beat and rhythmic blend. His instrumental here covers genres such as – Rock, Pop R&B, Reggae, Country etc. These soundtracks, therefore, carry an ability of storytelling without lyricism.
Vocals and Lyrics:
His 50th album however offers a total of 48 tracks and each of them is filled emotional potion that fulfils the lack of vocals and lyrics. His profound instrumental work and the riffs of a guitar can easily convey deeper emotions without uttering any word. All the instrumentals bring in a different kind of joy and keep the listeners happy at the same time. It delivers a positive vibe that nobody can replace. The uplifting spirit and engaging aura are definitely a shot to give.
Production:
O’Neill has single-handedly taken care of the production of the album which makes him one of the most dynamic independent artists in the Australian music scene. He has a strong foundation in Classic Rock, Pop and Instrumental covers. His versatility allows him to keep his musicality fresh, and appealing to the audiences. The soulful and vivid strumming of his acoustic guitar has also added a unique flavour to the tracks. Moreover, every time it comes to producing a track, O’Neill has paid close attention to the arrangement and production quality to keep it perfect whenever it is released. Therefore, the elements of his tracks are polished and cohesive.
Conclusion:
After listening to each track carefully, it can be concluded that this 50th album easily claims 4.9 out of 5 considering its creativity, clarity, and individuality. Music enthusiasts like us expect more of his musical projects in future. We believe his creativity and talent can inspire the new generation. O’Neill Fernandes is now available on SoundCloud, YouTube, and Linkedin , Facebook where one can find out more about this prolific musician and get some fruitful insights into his musicality.
To listen to these new albums on Soundcloud, click this link:
https://soundcloud.com/oneill-fernandes/sets/great-southern-land
https://soundcloud.com/oneill-fernandes/sets/shades-of-the-shadsvol4
