World Fusion/Latin Jazz Guitarist Eric Kamen Releases Debut CD, "Native Unit," February 14, 2006

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Eric Kamen is the sole creator of his debut CD entitled Native Unit. The twelve-track release is Kamen’s reflective culmination of independent music study.

From flowing melodies to compelling sweeps, the songs on Native Unit transport the listener into a unified dimension of world, new age and R&B grooves. "My Father's Mandolin” is established by a steady hip-hop beat and rhythmic strumming of the bouzouki. Flamenco guitar leads over angelic chimes and rolling percussion on "Arenys By the Sea." The track, "Mykonos At Midnight," was recently selected as Best Instrumental Song of the Year by The Muse’s Muse and offers contagious and melodic guitar music.

In a world where the divide among cultures appears to be growing, Kamen conceptualizes the ties binding the world through the majesty of music. "Everyone is important. Everyone has something beautiful to offer," he shares.

Recently, The Muse’s Muse named Native Unit the Best Instrumental CD of the Year. “This project will appeal to hardcore hip-hop fans, jazz enthusiasts, and world music lovers alike…” raves The Muse’s Muse. Kweevak Music Magazine praises, “A magical blend…melding the edge of hip-hop with the soul of R&B.”

Native Unit is available on February 14, 2006 courtesy of E*TRAXXX Productions, Inc.

Learn more about Eric Kamen and Native Unit: www.nativeunit.com or at www.myspace.com/erickamen

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