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Saxophonist Dominic Amato Releases "Fresh from the Groove"

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nuGroove Records is proud to introduce a rising star--saxophonist Dominic Amato and his Fresh from the Groove CD (released 2/09). Fresh from the Groove is produced by Grammy award winner Michael Broening. Broening's notable work includes George Benson's 2006 Grammy award-winning song “Mornin" and Marion Meadows top 10 hit Sweet Grapes."

Highly energetic and expertly mastered, Fresh from the Groove is a magnetic tapestry of sound. Dominic Amato shines as a bandleader that intertwines the voice of his instrument with interesting layers of rhythms and harmonies. Bass guitar fans will recognize Mel Brown's funkilicious influence throughout the CD, along with other seasoned sidemen contributions from players like Freddie Fox (guitar), Thano Sahnas (guitar), John Herrera (percussion) and others.

Sound samples from the Fresh from the Groove:

Fresh From The Groove
Jamaica
Jazzy's Flow


About Dominic Amato

Currently based in Phoenix, Arizona, Dominic Amato was born into a family of musicians. His father is a saxophonist, his mother a multi-instrumentalist, and his brother a vocal artist. Given his musical upbringing, it may come as little surprise that Dominic began experimenting with musical instruments from a very young age. While honing his woodwind skills, Dominic took up the piano and, shortly thereafter, the EWI (electronic wind instrument). Dominic went on to study under the world renowned saxophonist and educator Eric Marienthal. Now, as an adult, Dominic is still the devout music student he was as a child, dedicating countless hours to fine tuning his musical ability and technique. Some of Dominics heavy influences include Miles Davis, John Coltrane, David Sanborn, Weather Report, the Chick Corea Elektric Band, Yellowjackets, Michael Brecker, Bob Mintzer, and James Brown.

Throughout his young career, Amato has played at numerous concerts and events to include playing the Naitonal Anthem for 40,000 at Chase Field for the Arizona Diamondbacks, recording music for the 2008 Arizona Office of Tourisim's Superbowl Commerical and much, much more.

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