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Artist: Angela Abelian
Album: "Hustler"
CD Review: Genre: Pop/R&B/Dance
Sounds Like: ?
Technical Grade: 9
Production/Musicianship Grade: 8
Commercial Value: 7
Overall Talent Level: 7
Songwriting Skills: 7
Performance Skill: 8
Best Songs: Single
Weakness: Lacks contemporary commercial appeal.
CD Review: Angela Abelian, a singer/songwriter from Russia via the UK, who I had the pleasure of meeting while teaching at the Seth Riggs Summer Vocal Camp, has a hot song in her possession that if promoted properly, can be a valuable marketing tool for her talent and career.

The lyrical content of this track, which is about a woman who refuses to get hustled, benefits from funky, Prince flavored rhythm guitars and a catchy chorus. While Angela does not get a chance to flex her vocal muscle on this song, she certainly shows that she is abundantly capable of capturing the emotion, character, spirit, and attitude of a spunky commercial track with the ease and attitude of a seasoned diva; proving that when given a chance and the right production, she can make the most of a recording opportunity.

www.myspace.com/angelaabelian