Neil Alexander

Newburgh, NY Jazz / Funk / Fusion / Alternative / Expe...

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Members: Neil Alexander: Keys, Synthesizers, Samples, Loops.

Sounds Like: Pat Metheny, Weather Report, Jan Hammer, John Scofield, Squarepusher

Label: Pdog Records

Manager: Neil Alexander

Bio: “All music is crossover”, says Neil Alexander, a Jazz Synthesist and composer from Newburgh, NY. He knows what he’s talking about, having played thousands of gigs in about every style in 30+ years of making music. He’s had ample opportunity to see where different styles intersect and how music cr... See Full Bio

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“..(Neil Alexander) hits Classical, Jazz, Rock, and Electronic forms with with equal virtuosity. I hit a couple of other links of your work that I'd never heard. ALL incredibly well done. BRAVO... again! - Craig McCornock, via internet”

— Craig McCornock, The Interwebz

"...like Holdsworth and Zawinul and The Meters rolled up and served with an old school sandwich."

— Lou P. (a fan), via Email

“Keyboardist Neil Alexander has been performing for more than 30 years and has a large repertoire of original compositions that he describes as “a blend of red hot jazz, burning funk grooves and soaring soundscapes.” Neil has a genuine passion for music and his shows are always a hit.”

— CelebrityAccess Staff Writers, Encore Digital/CelebrityAccess MediaWire

“The Rite of Spring is an extremely complex piece, .... It's difficult enough for a good orchestra to play it well. Neil Alexander has truly nailed the piece in his piano arrangement. He's got the harmonies and the rhythms, the textures of the music, accurately and lovingly reduced to the piano keyboard...the rhythmic and harmonic aspects of the music are clarified in this arrangement. Neil played the music with amazing command. Some parts of the score are inherently unpianistic, but [Alexander] managed to play them so accurately and with such exciting force. In short, this was a riveting experience, world class playing all the way. "Neil Alexander rediscovers the "Rite Of Spring" for solo piano" - Leslie Gerber, Woodstock Times.”

— Lesie Gerber, Woodstock Times

“Wow! NAIL's " Tugging at the Infinite" album makes you smarter. Had it on my iPod and completed advanced sudoku for 1st time!”

— Jerry Bartlett, @maltjerry, via Twitter

“Proudly proclaiming that there is “No electric guitar on this record”, Neil Alexander strikes a blow for keyboardists everywhere. Alexander’s instrumentals cover considerable ground between 70’s Jeff Beck, Bitches Brew-style jazz jam and John Carpenter movie soundtracks.”

— Roll Magazine

"Tugging at the infinite" is another excellent record from keyboardist/composer Neil Alexander. Neil is clearly the master of his keyboard...Each piece is different, arranged with artistry and care for a rich, bold & warm sound. An excellent record.

— Jazz World Quest

“Neil Alexander & NAIL, a 3 piece contemporary jazz group with an original sound, played originals mixed with new arrangements of established tunes. The music kept us mesmerized for almost 2 hours.”

— Terrie Goldstien, Hudson Valley Life

“...The spectrum of styles across this instrumental CD — from synth waves to hectic drums and bass-style jams — keep the disc fresh on every spin.”

— Wavy Davy, Chronogram

“Synth & Sampler master Neil Alexander gave a standout performance at the Hopper House...Great sound, but you really have to knows what you're doing - Neil Does!”

— Michael Houghton, Nyack Villager: The Jazz Scene

““Neil Alexander & NAIL…a broad musical landscape, an atmospheric collage that rolls in tender waves like long, slow mornings, and gets thick and juicy like the underbelly of chaotic midnights…and it manages to create its sound without the aid of a guitar.” – ”

— Dan Lanzetta,, Pulse Magazine

“Alexander's interest in music started at a very young and has produced numerous recordings since. This life long musical experience is evident in his playing. Very little on “Galvanized” gives any indication that there are only three performers, as it at often times sounds like an entire orchest”

— Music Shopper Forum

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"Darn That Dream": Neil Alexander solo concert 6/12 Lancaster PA

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Jun 14

Alva's Showroom
San Pedro, CA, US | 7:30pm
Alva's Showroom
San Pedro, CA, US
Fri Jun 14 7:30pm
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Peaceland Music presents “1-2-Go!?!” ~ All-Out Open-Heart Jazz Fusion Improvisation with Fullonthropy featuring: Legendary Grandfather of Fusion Drumming Alphonse Mouzon; James Musser (Guitar/GuitarSynth), JoEllyn Musser (Inspired Movement), Neil Nail Alexander (Keyboards), Doug Lunn (Bass). Special Guest: David Norwood (Inspired Movement). Two Shows, 8p and 9:30pm, $20 per show or $30 for both. Please call 310-650-4021 for advanced ticket reservation. www.Fullonthropy.com Also related, Neil Alexander's "Rite of Spring" solo piano concert on Sunday, June 16, (Father's Day) at Alvas. http://100yearsofspring.com https://www.facebook.com/events/195086620639092/
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Jun 16

Alvas Showroom
San Pedro, CA, US | 4:00pm
Alvas Showroom
San Pedro, CA, US
Sun Jun 16 4:00pm
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Neil Alexander brings his landmark Stravinsky transcription to Alva's Showroom in San Pedro CA. In addition to featuring Neil’s solo acoustic piano arrangement of “Le Sacre”, the “100 Years of Spring “ program includes works by Gershwin, Bartok and excerpts from his new solo piano CD “Darn That Dream: Solo Piano Vol. 1”. $20 at the door. http://100yearsofspring.org

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Mo Bic
Heyyyy.. Cool stuff - like me, https://www.facebook.com/mobicmusic Thx.. The Album "MEIN BLICKWINKEL" now obtainable at Amazon and Musicload . You will find the ...
How To Avoid Art
It was only a few seconds into your first song that I was amazed and my amazement continued. Phenomenal work!
Bobby McIntyre
Stopping by to say hi. Hope your weekend rocks.
Neilsound
Hi Neil, that was a fantastic recital last night, wonderful and very inspiring, all the best, Peace, Neil
David Namerow (Cong...
NAIL: Yeah, you're on the far edge which is where true innovators live. This is complex, deliciously provocative, a meditative needle-prick. Keep it up.
NTS
Thanks! for support & sharing & comment! Take care.NTStrio.com

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Q: How - given just how huge the range of things you can do with a keyboard instrument is - did you decide to focus on the guitar-like melodic stuff that you play with Nail? I love it :)

A: It kind of just happened... I was strongly influenced by early 70's synthesists like Pat Moraz, Keith Emerson and more; specifically Jan Hammer and his incredible pitch bending technique. His album "Black Sheep" featured extensive "guitar" trax, all done on a custom Minimoog. Couple that with my love of the guitar - John McLaughlin, Jeff Beck, Bill Frisell, Scofield - I found myself taking the synth further & further into "guitar land".

Asked by Steve Lawson. Answered on Sat Jul 14 2012

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