CD: Moon Goddess by Medwyn Goodall

By Louise Green View Profile
A young woman, with dark hair, gazes intently at you with aspects of the Moon behind her and the background, Stonehenge in the foreground. The title, 'Moon Goddess', is bright against the night black cover. The first track, 'Eyes of Heaven', was light and airy, a contrast to the moody cover. The sound of drums and wood instruments were reminiscent of Peru. I could imagine a steam train, snaking its way up the steep mountains of that land, with the Moon a shining crescent setting in a brilliant blue sky. 'Full Moon Magic', the second track, features the piano, it had oriental overtones. It made me think of a beautiful Japanese garden and a kimono'd lady dreaming of her loved one, under the soft gentle gaze of the Moon. Wood instruments again on the next of track of 'Banquet in the Woods'. It's a simply arranged tune of few notes which repeat, but the artist, Medwyn Goodall, introduces an electric guitar, played effectively and with a delicate touch. This was such a lovely track; it inspired me to send out love and healing every time I heard it. I would find myself humming it whilst out shopping or whilst in the office. As for the Moon, well, I could see in my mind's eye a feast in ancient times, with dancers happily weaving in and out, the moonlight showing the way. 'Drawing down the Moon' continues with the same instruments, again the notes repeat but this time the effect lulls you, relaxing you perhaps ready to draw down the Moon's silver light into yourself. The penultimate track, 'Deepest Secrets' was wistful, I thought of the times when there is no Moon and we become introspective. Lastly, 'Moonlight Whispers' features drums, violins......more