SHAMELESS HYPE This is where you can read what others are saying about Chris Dunnett | CHARACTER | The Seventh Seal Now known as Bloodseal Click on the link above to jump to the quotes. Chris Dunnett ’ Chris Dunnett El Samuraichi. Flamenco- and classical-flavored originals delivered by a fleet-fingered master technician with a flair for melody and composition. Guitar Player - May, 2002 issue "Chris has always kept in touch with me over the years, keeping me up-to-date on his guitar playing activities. He is, and has always been, a conscientious lover of all things related to the guitar, and it’s great to see him taking his love affair public." Rik Emmett ’You can’t do much better than the latest release from Cincinnati guitarist Chris Dunnett. El Samuraichi is a collection of 10 songs that can’t be pigeonholed into one genre” Jeff Robinson, Ohio magazine "ElSamuraichi is yet another musical revelation from one of the most creative guitarists on the planet! El Samuraichi is a MUST listen. It’s the most captivating, artistic and poetic guitar playing I’ve ever heard. Dunnett crams effortless emotion into every note while encompassing a tremendous range inboth tempo and expression. Dunnett’s articulate, unique guitar style against the backdrop of stunning ethnic orchestration, makes El Samuraichi one of this year’s most well-crafted, best-sounding, and all-around brilliant albums. Absolutely spellbinding!" Carla Archuletta, The Global Muse "I’ve always been inspired and left in complete awe at the speed and agility of a good Flamenco guitar player. There is just something so captivating about this style of playing. Chris Dunnett takes that captivating appeal and kicks it up a few levels on this album. Chris covers a broad range of styles that give him a somewhat unique sound. His virtuosity on the guitar is absolutely jaw-dropping. I could listen for hours to this album, and have. There’s just something about it that frees the mind and spirit. The music is sad, yet uplifting. It’s honest, yet very complex. I just loved it. I found it difficult to write about the music while it was playing. This is something that has never happened. I kept finding myself drifting into a sort of music invoked trance. I was just amazed at how this music had the ability to grab a hold of me and capture my mind like it did. If that’s not the sign of great music, then I don’t know what is. I can’t imagine a better Flamenco guitar album. This album truly has everything I expected, and then some. Chris Dunnett has definitely created an album to be proud of here. I can honestly say that this is one of those rare occasions when I felt honored to do a review." Michael Allison, The Global Muse "Featuring fiery, melodic, acoustic music which blends styles such as flamenco, Middle Eastern, Gypsy, Latin and neo-classical, Chris Dunnett’s CD El Samuraichi is a world music guitar treat. Mood-driven and musically captivating, the songs take you to places such as old New Mexico and Morocco, and also give the feeling of numerous cantinas and marketplaces in Latin America. The strongest musical influence may perhaps be flamenco, but Dunnett uses his imagination, skill and knowledge of other styles to give the songs a personal touch. The energy level of the ten instrumental tracks is consistently high, a bonus on lyrically melodic material. Fans of artists such as Strunz & Farah and Ottmar Liebert will warm up to Dunnett’s music immediately - however, all acoustic and world music aficionados need to pay attention to this artist’s work." Dan McAvinchey, Guitar Nine Records "Mr. Dunnett plays his instrument with incredible passion. His style is fiery and rhythmic but often can be seductive and mysterious. El Samuraichi will give the listener the complete musical experience." Martin Curti, New World Buzz "His rich intricate guitar work also includes exotic Middle-Eastern, Gypsy, and Latin styles on his release of subtle and engaging compositions" Rick Bird, The Cincinnati Post "A guitar player who can let his fingers fly or move very sensitively over the fingerboard and who contributes a special love for acoustic arrangements" Underground Empire magazine, Germany. "Magnificent virtuoso guitar play highlighting both in heavy and acoustic guitar parts. Great acoustic guitar technique bringing out some frenzy neo-classical guitar work and strong heavy riffing" Experience The Power magazine, Greece. "A passion for melody" Thunder magazine, Italy Back To Top CHARACTER "From the opening tunes of "The Best Is Yet To Come" I was impressed, and I cursed myself for not giving a chance to the band earlier. The memorable choruses complete this excellent work. A melodic metal/hard rock masterpiece. This is recommended for every metal fan" Singing Swords magazine, Greece. "What is so terrific about CHARACTER? The simple answer is: just everything! - CHARACTER understand how to showcase their talents in style in great compositions" Underground Empire magazine, Germany. "Rarely have I listened more often to a demo. Thus I can claim with good conscince that tracks such as the hard ’Nowhere To Be Found’ and the enbelievabally good opener ’The Best Is Yet To Come’ take off as well as the ballads called ’I Am Willing to Do’ or ’When You’re Away’. Moreover, the tracks are laid down with technical perfection" Dying Illusion magazine, Germany. "This band has a real pro in it’s ranks and they present a piece of flawless technical production" Heavy magazine, Germany. "Really great music from great musicians" Concrete Records, Germany. "This group plays first-class melodic metal. All tracks demonstrate top level musicianship. If the future doesn’t belong to this band than I don’t understand the world any more" Andi...That’s It magazine, Germany "Excellent melodic metal with catchy choruses and memorable hook lines" Undertow magazine, Belgium. "One of the best new US melodic metal bands. Virtuosity and brilliant songwriting. A band that delivers all the potential that a great band must have. You won’t believe your ears!" Experience The Power magazine, Greece. "All in all this is a really great band. You need to give them a listen. Laura Martin, Future World Of Rock magazine, U.S. "The guitar is very incredible, the vocalist has an amazing voice" Tylene Fong, Band Crazy magazine, U.S. "Polished and professional are just two of the many adjectives that came to mind when I listened to CHARACTER. The songs are extremely well written, great lyrics, fantastic music, and some beautiful guitar work and excellent vocals. What more could you ask for?" Miki, Noise! letter/Wyrd magazine, U.S. "Vocals are clear and strong supported by thoughtful guitar arrangements, thumping bass lines and a hard-driving drummer. CHARACTER is a must for every hard rock fan’s collection" Stars Of Tomorrow magazine, U.S. "Dude...you guys rock!!!" drunk guy in bar, U.S. Back To Top The Seventh Seal Now known as Bloodseal "Some guitar parts are worthy of Guitar Hero" Decibels Storm magazine, France. "Guys, you’ve got the talent. Your acoustic tracks were beautiful and the synths were innovative touches" Recording magazine, U.S. "It’s digital!!!" really drunk guy in bar, Cheviot. Back To Top ...More to come soon...stay tuned... :)