Todd Ryotoshi Norcross: Home
Thank you for visiting the web site for musician/artist/teacher Todd Norcross. His ninteenth CD album titled "Brotherhood of the Moon" is now available to buy online and in sellect stores. Go to the "buy CD's" page to purchase through CDBaby.com or ITunes.com. There are also over 65 songs by Todd Norcross available to download at www.amazon.com
Above are three short video instrumental songs previously unseen. Filmed in 2006.
Some reviews of his latest CD's:
Composer Todd Norcross’ latest CD “Brotherhood of the Moon” is a real triumph. His exquisitely crafted music elicits peace and energy, aliveness and contemplation, purification and exhilaration, all at the same time. Brilliant work!
Stephen K. Hayes
An-shu Founder To-Shin Do Martial Arts
Member Black Belt Hall of Fame
"Talent flows in and around like a whirlpool of musical melodies. Don't like that one, you'll surely like the next. Norcross writes from his heart and spirit. Something for every ear to take hold of, ponder and enjoy..."
Rob Morris- Music Review
"Brotherhood of the Moon will delight any new age aficionado...a near perfect aggregation of sound."
John Taylor - Indie Reviews (Feb 18, 2008)Mr. Norcross,
The Brotherhood of the Moon album is my favorite CD ever! I play it all day long where I work...just beautiful!
Julia Reed (Feb 20, 2008)
"Wow! The newest release Brotherhood of the Moon album is his best yet. The instrumental CD has a haunting quality that is very inviting and continues to keep you on the edge...waiting to hear what is next. Truly an awesome creation.
Gary Dotoshi Bolton (Feb 18, 2008)
"Brotherhood is indeed a landmark album in Norcross' arsenal of material. He continues to be a student of the renovation of sound and composition." - W. Barker - Classical Music Composer
"I was very captivated by the rain and the subtle melodies playing throughout various instrumentation by Norcross. ...a wonderful way to spend a lazy afternoon with a very meaningful and poetic album."
Bill Hammond-Producer/Artist/Musician (Feb 25, 2008)
Todd Norcross had me on the opening track and didn't let go. This album is a finely crafted gem. Pop music tastefully played surround common themes of love and loss. This is fresh and unpretentious music. I miss the days when songs like these used to chart. Don't listen expecting to hear Lindsey Buckingham. That's not fair to Norcross. There are many influences here, and the album reminds me of a few different artists. I am reminded of The Lightning Seeds. The sweet exuberance on these tracks takes me back to the best of 1960's AM radio, where I fell in love with music in the first place. Todd's heart is in this music. "I get tired of brushing my teeth, with nobody to kiss" (Tired) is inspired songwriting. And it's all his own writing and performing. (Timothy Kee, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania, USA)
I have listened to Todd Norcross' album several times and I must say its really good. His guitar work is very solid. I do hear a lot of Fleetwood Mac / Buckingham influences. I think that Todd would be a great addition to Lindsey's touring band. (Bill Yoegel)
His music has carried me through quite possibly the lowest point in my life. It continues to give me life. This Fleetwood Mac fan will enjoy this one forever. (Kel LaClare)
Todd's ability to paint so many musical colors is truly amazing. This record is a testament to his talents as a writer, producer, engineer, and muti-faceted musician. There's surely something here for everyone within the 21 tracks of this album. I particularly enjoyed picking out the Buckingham/Wilson-esque moments but make no mistake, Todd comes accross as an innovative original artist with a sound all his own. Don't miss it! (Christopher Zerbe, Santa Barbara, California, USA)
"...every time I listen...to think he plays all the sounds just blows my mind." J.J. McGregor - Musician/Guitarist
"It was such a terrible time in my life, divorcing my husband of eight years and feeling very alone. Todd's CD made me feel young again. He showed me through his lyrics, that there still are some noble, romantic men in the world. He is a Godsend to me and my kids!" Kylie Lang
"In an era of ever declining song craftsmanship and one hit wonders whose flavor of the day sounds like 10 other of their compatriots, Todd Norcross continues to deliver his unique pop sound with the release of his latest CD.
Newcomers to Todd's music will be struck instantly upon the first few notes of the opening track "Guitars". No, this is not your typical run-of-the-mill guitar player. Intertwined and beautifully intricate, this track showcases Todd's prowess, musicality, and style.
From there, the album cascades into kaleidoscope of thick vocal harmonies, catchy hooks, eloquent finger-style and rock guitars – all signature production qualities of T.N. recordings. There are many sonic journeys here not to be missed. As Todd writes, engineers, produces, and plays all instruments on all tracks, what can you say but "Wow". This artist wears many hats and all of them fit to perfection.
If you like what you hear now, you will not be disappointed either in Todd's previous works and I encourage you to take a moment to hear them as well. A renaissance man in the digital age, Todd Norcross is surely making his mark on the music world that will last for many years to come."
Christopher Zerbe - Music Producer/Recording Artist
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