WORLD5 “III” 2024 (Spectra Music Group) Review by Manuel Campos Ruíz / Viriaor

 

The information that accompanies this 3rd WORLD5 album, with a perfectly calligraphic logo, is as concise and simple as it is interesting and illustrative at the same time. Founding members Raimund Breitfeld Sailon (drums) and Steffen Goeres (guitars), along with Joe Gavito (guitars, keyboards, vocals and production) and the additions of Jimmy Olsson (bass) and Lou Evans (lead vocals), complete this new line up of a band with musicians distanced and dispersed around the globe. In fact, the cover represents that distant group reality and that World adequately, that musical and virtually physical union of 5 musicians in front of the immensity of our beautiful Planet.

 

Their previous albums were “Global experience” (2012) and “Heartbeat of the world” (2016). On May 10, Spectra Music Group will publish this album titled “III” that begins deliciously with “I get it”, the tambourine protagonist, in a whisper sung with delicacy and melodious vocalizations, gains ground and consolidates itself in musical greatness, this extremely sharp singer. Tommy Shaw level packed with sonic soul. Beautiful with the relevant acoustic and electric guitars, a wonderful duet shared with Jonna Sailon enters the scene with the re-recorded of their debut “You and I” together with the angelic and imposing fine voice of Lou Evans. It is Pop Rock with an octane Soul “Just another night”, the quality of Mike & the Mechanics prevails and you dismantle the ease of the Paul Carrack feeling, a shy and slow saxophone that is peaceful until you savor the blissful rhythmic tranquility of a jazzy exercise of well-deserved success commercial. These songs like “Cry for the Children” could be part of the list of wonderful compositions tempered by Richard Marx and Clif Magness or included in the enormous albums by Chicago, Michael Thompson Band, Generation Radio or Soleil Moon.

 

It contours and entangles in elements of international, commercial, exquisite, flamenco and deep turn like “Bellacita”, the bits of Latin Rock filter in guitars and tasty percussion calculated between the Maná accentuating his personality and the luxurious Santana more Pop. That line with warbles drawn by Soul and mixing Blues guitar with pop velvet continue to lean towards Latin American and Soft Rock in “Be you”. Lou Evans has religion in his racial expression like Glenn Hughes at low volume and without exaggeration, we pray for the human essence in “That Kind of guy” and it reminds me of female voices at Christmas, with precision sewing and raised hands like Jaime Kyle , Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Celine Dion or Lady Gaga. My things….

The electroacoustics dominate the panorama of WORLD5 and provide them with personality and quality, the rhythm section gives them therapy and the solo voice hovers over the “everything” exposed. As an example, the happy “That’s how she plays the game”. The general and simple proposal of melodies that are difficult to interpret is charming, they recreate brilliant sound elements of Eagles, Poco, Steely Dan, 10cc or Hall & Oates. “A moment in time” reminds me of RTZ by Brad Delp (RIP) and the adult Country Rock guitars are uplifting. “My life, my soul (Tamaras song)” has a 100% solo and instrumental intro and development. Another delicacy and demonstration of tasty musicality, a delicacy that arrives in 5 minutes to break the temporal rule of Pop and add virtuous contrast. They end with a loquacious dialogue between strings, percussion and relaxed vocals in “You are my why.” He can DJ like Peter Cetera, caress like Antonio Vega, breathe deeply like Richard Marx, smell like hot coffee like Paul Carrack, proudly display Jason Scheff’s last name or place front-line vocalists like Larry King, Billy Trudel, Glen Burtnik, Brett Walker, Lars Säfsund and on their website they mention Bobby Kimball, Jason Mraz and Brandon Boyle. You will love the sincere accentuations seeking to know the “why” to decipher it with human and musical tenderness. There is nothing more to say or add praise about the refined and immense songs of this magnificent “III” by WORLD5.

I love how they call this pleasant album…”Pop Rock with a global influence”, and they also stylistically describe each song specifying and differentiating them between…”Pop Rock”, “Soft Rock”, “Ballad” or “Adult Contemporary”. This fact, which facilitates and guides the orientation of this calm review without any type of objection or embarrassment on my part. Also, for curious completists, I recommend going back and searching ViriAor to read Rocky’s review of his previous album from 2016. WORLD5 create songs that do not exceed 4 minutes in length but tend to leave you with a deep feeling of extensive and lasting music.

ViriAOR 

 

Interview with Lou Evans by Eileen Shapiro

WORLD5´s lead singer Lou Evans talking about his careers and the upcoming 3rd studio album "III" 

Read more at The Spottet Cat Magazine

The David Bowers Awards with Lou Evans of WORLD5

WORLD5´s lead singer Lou Evans, presenting the new album "III" on The David Bowers Awards 

Have A Listen ---> The David Bowers Awards

World5 ‘III’ Has Arrived (Review by Skope Magazine)

 

WORLD5´s brand new album, available for streaming and purchase worldwide from all outlets like Apple Music , Amazon and much more.

World5 is a talented group of musicians that offers “pop rock with a global influence”. The result is fantastic with a style that entices the audience with its mass appeal. World5 has just released a new album titled ‘III’. This is a highly anticipated album release that also features 11 standout videos to accompany the songs. Get ready to immerse yourself in a World filled with catchy elements, satisfying melodies and meaningful messages.

The record kicks off with a track titled “I Get It” that supplies an impeccable sound overall along with potent lyrics. This music speaks to the soul and “I Get It” all the way! This song features a wonderful arrangement and words that speak volumes like “The only thing that is real is where we are right now”. Next, we have “You And I (Duo with Jonna Sailon)” that can best be described as a star-studded performance! World 5 is standing strong here and delivering forever promises & smiles to “You And I”. Track three, “Just Another Night”, is a reflective piece that is both sensuous and vulnerable in nature. It is here where questions arise and true feelings grow uncontrollably for “Just Another Night”. I’d like to add that I really enjoyed the sexy sax sound on “Just Another Night” and as a former alto sax player myself I truly connected with this element.

Be sure to SKOPE out the official music video for “Just Another Night” right here:

Moving along, we hear “Cry For The Children” next that is very emotional and also provides an inviting melody with lyrics that hit you inside. This song has a BIG impact on the listener as one just may “Cry For The Children”. Track five, “Bellacita”, offers a seductive yet sensitive touch to go along with a spicy rhythm. Come dance along with “Bellacita” where you will receive enriching instrumentation and bright chords. On the following song, prepare to “Be You” each and every day. With music that makes you think, “Be You” provides the perfect soundtrack to life. People will move forward with the utmost confidence while listening to “Be You” as this song displays an audible purity that can’t be denied. This turns out to be one motivational & inspirational piece where you will want to just “Be You” and put your best foot forward. Jump into a free-spirited tune next on “That Kind Of Guy” as you roam through these wild times. It’s time to take the wheel and steer into the unknown with “That Kind Of Guy”. Track 8, “That’s How She Plays The Game”, incorporates a strong ‘n’ steady pace that wins the race. She is the Queen with an Ace of Hearts up her sleeve because “That’s How She Plays The Game”. Time is certainly ticking away, so why not stop for a second and just enjoy “A Moment In Time” where “love and hope intertwine”. “A Moment In Time” fully satisfies the soul and quenches your musical thirst from beginning to end. Get ready to take the plunge and make a splash as you catch a cool wave of musical bliss on “My Life My Soul (Tamara’s Song)”. Soak up all of the refreshing notes as “My Life My Soul (Tamara’s Song)” proves to be a super enjoyable listening experience. World5 closes out the 11-song set with a comforting and caring message on “You Are My Why”. This song fills your ears with golden melodies and your heart with pure joy. I immediately thought of my beautiful wife on “You Are My Why”, so thank you for that World 5 and thank you for reminding me that my wife is my everything.

The musicians on this album are: Lou Evans on lead vocals, Joe Gavito on guitars, Steffen Goeres on guitars, Jimmy Olsson on bass and Raimund Breitfeld Sailon on drums & percussion. Guest musicians include: Charles Leimer on keyboards, Linus Andersson on keyboards on “Just Another Night”, Jonna Sailon on lead vocals on “You And I (Duo with Jonna Sailon)” & background vocals and Stephan Goessl on saxophone (ALL saxophone parts on the 1st album ‘Global Experience’). The record was produced by Joe Gavito and the record label is Spectra Music Group. 

World 5 ‘III’ is well-written with heartfelt material along with fun, bouncy notes
proving to have a little something for everyone.

World5 should be very proud of their efforts on this album because it speaks to a large audience and unites US as ONE. It is said that music is the universal language and World 5 makes that quite apparent on the new release with its uniting sound. I applaud you World 5 on a job well done and try to picture me giving you a standing O because that’s what this project deserves. ‘III’ is excellent work with a mix of songs that have true purpose and connect with people from all over the World.

https://world5music.com/

By Jimmy Rae

 

An Exceptionally Moving Collection of Songs, Album ‘III’ from Transcontinental Powerhouse WORLD5 is Set to Move the World

 Review WORLD5 Album "III" by Moosic Entertainment Feb29, 2024

 

 

 WORLD5, the transcontinental musical collaboration of seasoned musicians, is back with their latest offering, their third studio album named ‘III.” The band, with members scattered globally, has harnessed the power of the World Wide Web to create a cohesive sound that transcends physical distances. The album showcases a refined blend of Adult Contemporary, Pop-Rock, and Soft-Rock elements with Lou Evans’ lead vocals akin to the styles of Jason Mraz, Bobby Kimball, and Brandon Boyle.

WORLD5’s III will be available for pre-order on March 10^th, 2024, and released on May 10^th, 2024. On May 10^th, III will be available wherever music is streamed or sold!

The opening track, “I Get It,” sets the tone for the album with emotionally charged vocals, skillful guitar work, and a rhythmic foundation that grooves. This track serves as a perfect introduction, inviting listeners into a world where love triumphs over hardships.

The inclusion of guest vocalist Jonna Sailon in “You And I” adds a delightful dynamic to the album, especially when Jonna and Lou sing together. Lou Evans’ vocals soar into a high tenor range, creating a captivating contrast. The catchy chorus and a scorching guitar solo make this track stand out.

“Just Another Night” is based on an irresistible bass groove with unstoppable drums that demands movement, you can’t help but dance. The sweet saxophone adds an extra layer of musical richness, adding a bit of sweetness for your ears. Carrying a powerful message, “Cry For The Children” is about making a positive impact on the world for future generations. The intricate percussion, impressive guitar work, and soulful vocals contribute to the song’s emotional resonance.

“Bellacita” transports the listener with its Spanish guitar introduction, setting a passionate mood. Smooth and expressive vocals further enhance the allure of this track. “Be You” delivers an uplifting message, encouraging listeners to embrace their authenticity. Tender vocals and a memorable chorus make this track infectious from the first listen.

A ballad about a free-spirited man who isn’t ready to settle down, “That Kind Of Guy” has a tight rhythm section and cool guitar licks, adding depth to the storytelling. “That’s How She Plays The Game” offers a contrast to the previous track, celebrating a strong, driven woman. The infectious chorus and spirited instrumentation make it a standout moment on the album.

“A Moment In Time” serves as a reminder to savor life’s fleeting moments. The butter-smooth vocals, supported by a solid rhythm section and soaring guitar solos, create a captivating listening experience. Joe Gavito’s “My Life My Soul” is an instrumental track that showcases the band’s instrumental prowess. With a strong beat, sweet guitar licks, phenomenal guitar solos, and bass fills, it’s a testament to the musicians’ skill.

Closing with “You Are My Why,” a heartfelt ballad with passionate guitar riffs, the album leaves a lasting impression. The sweet and touching vocals invite listeners to sing along, concluding the musical journey on a poignant note.

" In conclusion, the band’s third studio album simply named, ‘III’ is a testament to the masterful musicianship of WORLD5. The album is a collection of moving songs with catchy choruses, showcasing the band’s ability to craft engaging and emotionally resonant music. Each track offers a unique flavor, contributing to a cohesive yet diverse listening experience. Fans of Adult Contemporary and Pop-Pock will find WORLD5’s album, ‘III’ a rewarding addition to their playlists."

Connect with WORLD5:
WORLD5 Website:
WORLD5 (world5music.com)

Moosic Entertainment,  Shaun C.

 

WORLD5 - Review at Razorback Magazine

 Razorbackmagazine

 

WORLD5 has made a name for themselves in the music industry with their unique approach to pop-rock, combining their international influences with modern pop rock sensibilities. The band has an ever-growing fan base, and their music has been praised by critics all around the world.

Reviews

“The music of WORLD5 is unlike anything else I’ve heard. Their combination of international influences and modern pop-rock sound make for an unforgettable listening experience. Whether you’re a music aficionado or just getting into the genre, Heartbeat of the World is the perfect album to experience the unique sound of this amazing band.”

“WORLD5 has been my favorite band since I first heard of them. Their music never gets old and with their latest album, it’s clear that they’re just getting better and better. I highly recommend this album to anyone who loves pop-rock and wants to experience the band’s international flair!”

Albumcover for WORLD5 studio album "III"

Brandnew albumcover of WORLD5´s 3rd studioalbum "III" , to be released by Spectra Music Group May 10, 2024. Album pre-order from March 10, 2024.

Recordings for album "3" in the United States, New Zealand and Sweden

 WORLD5 - Recordings in the United States, New Zealand & Sweden

Jonna Sailon recording voclas for album "3" in Gothenburgh, Sweden 

Jimmy Olsson, Raimund Breitfeld in Gothenburgh, Sweden

Steffen Goeres in Wellington, New Zealand

 

Lou Evans, Boise, Idaho, United States

Joe Gavito and Lou Evans in Houston / TX , United States

 

Joe Gavito and Lou Evans in Houston / TX

Recordings for WORLD5 Album Nr.3 in Gothenburgh, Sweden

Jimmy Olsson- WORLD5, Gothenburgh , August 2021

Recordings, Gothenburgh , August 2021

Raimund Breitefeld, Jimmy Olsson WORLD5 -Recordings, Gothenburgh , August 2021

Raimund Breitfeld - WORLD5, Gothenburgh , August 2021

 

Recordings for Album Number 3

2018 brought new crew members for the recordings of Album Number 3.

WORLD5´s new lead singer Lou Evans:

Lou Evans is a singer/songwriter based in the San Francisco Bay Area.  He played professional baseball in the Miami Marlins Minor League system from 2001-2005. In 2005, he decided to pursue his burgeoning music career. An American Idol Season 4 contestant, lately Lou has been performing and writing new music. He
  has been showcased with outstanding talents such as LeAnn Rimes, Lorrie Morgan, America, Carrie Underwood, Bo Bice, Waylon Payne, James McCartney (Son of Paul McCartney), Todd Rundgren, Gregory Page, Billy Galewood (aka Bushwalla, co-songwriter of Jason Mraz), Toca Rivera (Jason Mraz percussionist/background vocalist), and Con Brio.

Lou Evans - vocals, guitars WORLD5

Bass player Jimmy Olsson:

Jimmy Olsson - bass WORLD5

Jimmy Olsson´s musical journey started in the late 50´s playing Mandolin. This led to formally studying Cello, and  performing in a youth orchestra until the age of 16. As he grew, so did his musical prowess as it expanded to include the Bass guitar. In 1967, he joined a Blues/Soul band as a Bass player and he's been working in the Music business ever since. In the 70´s, he was playing with some of the most popular groups in Sweden, such as Nynningen, Nationalteatern and Björn Afzelius Band.

 More info and everything about the band ---> Visit us at WORLD5 Home

Heartbeat Of The World - Insights of a production

Musicians will say "yes, yes, yes, we know how it's done" But in our case,  great lengths and distances are overcome as our "normal procedure" and does not impede our natural musical progress as a band...We certainly believe utilizing "online" utilities is a reality and is the future of musical collaboration in the world.

We would love to give some insight to the making of a typical WORLD5 single, which is written, recorded, mixed and produced over 3 continents from start to finish.

First ...of course:

THE SONGWRITER:

          Pat Hunt

Pat Hunt - lead vocals , keyboards, songwriting  

Pat has been working as a songwriter for many, many years and is a master of the craft. Along with being a great songwriter, Pat is also a master keyboardist, and plays a great solo on this track! Pianos, Organ, strings, synth pads, etc. all got recorded first. A simple drum loop and a temporary bass line was added to communicate the "feel" to other band members.
Pat, then put on a temporary vocal track as a guide. (Final vocals were redone after the music was finished.) Tempos were finalized, and the track was recorded in such a way, that "lining them up" or synchronization will not be an issue for anyone.Everyone was sent an mp3 of the song. The rest of the band recorded their parts, and at this point, any changes/ideas were introduced  and re-recorded.

The Lyricist :
Kerryl Ann Frank

Kerryl Ann Frank - lyrics , background vocals


The Producer:

                    Joe Gavito 

Kerryl has written lyrics on previous WORLD5 songs. Her task as lyricist is it to understand the music and translate that into the song's meaning... sometimes this is not an easy task but, like Pat, she is a master craftsman in the art of songwriting.
Kerryl, together with Becky Williams, sing background vocals on the tracks.

Joe Gavito -guitars, production

Heartbeat Of The World was Joe´s first production for World5. Randy Miller produced the 1st album and the newly released singles "Man Of Action" and "Maybe there´s A Way". Joe, who is also sharing guitar duties with Steffen, received all the audio files over the Internet, and it was a huge amount of music! We are talking about 50-60 audio tracks @ 24/48 and you cannot get THAT in an email!!!
BUT- What does "producer or "production" mean? A knowledge of the recording process, knowing how the equipment works and how to use it, and that takes years of learning and lots of hard work.

Countless hours of mixing, editing, tweaking until the song is finally "produced" and ready for the last step:.The "mastering"...

Randy , Steffen , Raimund

Randy Miller -producer, bass 

Steffen Goeres -guitars, trumpet

Raimund Breitfeld- drums, percussion

Randy played the bass on the song and did the mastering. Mastering is the process of getting the 'mix' ready for Radio and the CD. It is a specialized area and one of the most crucial in the recording process and Randy is THE MAN!!!

Steffen shares guitars together with Joe and
Raimund is responsible for the groove-the drums and percussion, as well Producing the video.

Have a listen to the end product by clicking on the video link on top of this page. We love to hear from you-give us a visit at:

 WORLD5 home

Do they actually meet ?

WORLD5 members are often asked this question: Do you actually meet ?

As described in a previous post:  For some of us it´s a long way to rehearsals
But the answer is : Yes: We do actually meet, at least some of us do:
Here's Pat and Joe in a recording session in Houston,Texas, working on the new WORLD5 album. The pictures show them at work, recording tracks for the brand new single titled "Heartbeat Of The World".
As all 5 members have their own recording facilities, here comes a sneak few to "ChezHozay Studio" aka "Joe's house, working together with Pat.

Pat Hunt and Joe Gavito -WORLD5

Pat Hunt - WORLD5

The pictures were taken in August, right after a golf match, and shortly after leaving the 19th hole.

Pat Hunt and Joe Gavito - WORLD5

The new single release "Heartbeat Of The World" will have a little more edge than the former releases, and it will also feature Joe for the first time with WORLD5. More info and band updates at  WORLD5 Home.

The Other Side Of The Ocean

Writing about Pat Hunt, Randy Miller and Joe Gavito, the three Texans and WORLD5 members from "The Other Side Of The Ocean", certainly involves a  part  of the american music scene.

Joe Gavito - guitars

Well known names like  reggae legend Johnny Nash, Mickey Gilley of Urban Cowboy fame, the Grammy winning double platinum, international group La Mafia, Jennifer Holliday, songwriter legend Burt Bacharach, Ezra Charles, The Platters, Marc Anthony and many many more pop up ,while reading their respective biographies.

Randy Miller -  bass, production

Performing live, recording, songwriting and producing for more than 30 years makes each of them experienced , professional musicians. The influences and the experienced skills of each of the WORLD5 musicians create a blend of pop- rock music inspired  literally from around the world!

Pat Hunt - lead vocals , keyboards

Follow the journey  Come on board and listen to the globally-inspired music of WORLD5!  Read bios, lyrics, news, info, as well as the WORLD5 story.

And of course, listen to the music. It's all about the music.

Welcome to WORLD5 central!

http://www.world5music.com

One Side Of The Ocean

....well, there are two sides of the ocean:

As WORLD5 is literally a global band :

Let us introduce the former german and now swedish and new zealand citizens:
1982:  Founding Members Raimund Breitfeld on drums and Steffen Goeres on guitars

Raimund Breitfeld , Steffen Goeres

"At that time the electric shavers haven´t been invented yet, the guitars were quite big and a part of the drums missed the shape they nowadays have."

Raimund Breitfeld - drums, percussion WORLD5

During his high school days Raimund  and his good friend Steffen Goeres performed together in several Rock and Pop bands. Steffen's skills on the guitar was so advanced that he was already doing solo concerts as a teenager. Steffen was so dedicated that he literally slept with his guitar. Raimund couldn´t keep up with Steffen on guitar and since there were very few drummers in their small town and their skills were moderate Raimund found his calling behind the drums. Drum lessons, music academy and the college of music followed and he ended up with a degree as a drummer and music teacher. 

Read the complete bio at http://www.world5music.com

Steffen Goeres - guitars, trumpet WORLD5

Playing regularly, Steffen also inspires hundreds of students through his teaching at secondary schools. In 2000, Steffen released his solo CD - “A Dozen One Afternoon” - an album of 12 original compositions played on the nylon string guitar. Steffen’s professionalism and musical talents are indisputable, combining harmonic sounds, catchy melodies and smooth grooves. With his skills and experience delivering a quality listening experience to many musical genres, a call from his friend Raimund, to invite him to play for WORLD5, reintroduced him to pop music.

Read the complete bio at http://www.world5music.com

Meet the band : WORLD5´s homepage

Both Steffen and Raimund were originally from the small town of  Deggendorf, located in Bavaria, Germany. Live and personal project have put them in different locations. Steffen is now living in Wellington, New Zealand  and Raimund in Gothenburgh, Sweden.

2011:  The Single "You and I" was the first WORLD5 release together with former members Don Bruner, Roland Childs and Stephen Goessl.

It´s A Long Drive To Rehearsals

                                              Raimund       Steffen        Pat            Randy            Joe

In case you don't know our story, we are old friends and band mates who, like a lot of people (probably you as well) have reunited through the internet. 

We all live in different locations around the world. Randy (Austin,TX), Pat (Katy, TX), Joe (Houston,TX), Steffen (Wellington ,New Zealand), Raimund (Gothenburgh, Sweden). So you see it really is a long drive to rehearsals! 

It's kind of an interesting process (musicians will enjoy this part).

The creative process for us is very different than from other bands. Our songs have evolved with less influence from each other and more from each member's individual creativity. This makes for some great and unexpected musical ideas. Of course you can only do this with musicians that you trust and when you know each other. That's one of the best parts of being a part of this band. We are all pals and understand each other musically. That is the sense of togetherness that I was talking about. It just turned out that the right people for this band didn't all live in the same neighborhood or even on the same continents.

If we did get together to rehearse my suggestion would be Hawaii. Just a thought!

More important than how we record the music is WHY?  

The real reason that the first album "Global Experience"  and the latest two  singles "Man of Action" and "Maybe there´s A Way" exist is because we have been close friends for a long time and somehow we all had the same dream which was to share our music with each other and more importantly with the YOU, the listener. That is what makes all of this worthwhile! 

We are going down a musical road that we always wanted to travel and here's to hoping that you will travel along with us!

If you would like to hear more of what we put together from around the world click here to hear World5´s music .

Thank you for being a listener and making it all matter!