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Editorial Reviews
The songs on '11:59' play out in real time, the stories spin out in narratives that resonate with urgency and truth. Star's often stripped-bare vocals give the songs an added resonance. Throughfully and meticulously created, '11:59' proves well worth the wait. Throughtout much of the album, Star seamlessly melds traditional rock elements with captivating rhythms.
Star partnered with producer Matt Serletic (matchbox twenty, Collective Soul), who artfully understood how to combine Star's storytelling style with his modern sensibilities. 'Matt and I created something special; we really put our different personalities together to make this record,' Star says. Howard Benson (Daughtry, My Chemical Romance) provided additional production to bring out his rock roots.
Star partnered with producer Matt Serletic (matchbox twenty, Collective Soul), who artfully understood how to combine Star's storytelling style with his modern sensibilities. 'Matt and I created something special; we really put our different personalities together to make this record,' Star says. Howard Benson (Daughtry, My Chemical Romance) provided additional production to bring out his rock roots.
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Greg
VINE™ VOICE
Format:Audio CD
I've been following Ryan since 2003 when I saw his band Stage as an opening act. I bought their self-titled album and fell completely in love with it, I highly recommend picking it up. Unfortunately, Stage broke up but it lead to Ryan becoming one of the final contestants on the show Rockstar Supernova. He then released his first solo album, "Songs From The Eye Of An Elephant," which was a beautiful collection of 20 songs. The album was mostly nothing more than Ryan's voice and a piano, as he wanted to digress from his rock sound and get back to the way his songs sound when they're first written.
After hearing about 11:59 for over 2 years on Ryan's website and MySpace page, the album has finally been released, though a handful of these songs have been heard in media for quite some time now. This very under-rated artist has once again picked up the electric guitar, but instead of following in the footsteps of his idols (Live, Pearl Jam), these songs are more pop-rock driven. The good thing about this album is that it shows Ryan's variety as a folk singer, a rock star, and now a pop star. The big single is Breathe, an extremely uplifting tune that has the potential to be a big radio anthem. Last Train Home is another gem on the album, it's a U2-style power ballad that you may have heard in the film P.S. I Love You. Another favorite of mine is Brand New Day, a very catchy tune that serves as the theme to TV's Lie To Me. It uses more electronics and showcases Ryan's awesome voice. Right Now was released as a video over a year ago, it's a pretty good song but I admit that I was initially thrown off by the "go-go-go" chants from the cheerleaders.... Read more ›
After hearing about 11:59 for over 2 years on Ryan's website and MySpace page, the album has finally been released, though a handful of these songs have been heard in media for quite some time now. This very under-rated artist has once again picked up the electric guitar, but instead of following in the footsteps of his idols (Live, Pearl Jam), these songs are more pop-rock driven. The good thing about this album is that it shows Ryan's variety as a folk singer, a rock star, and now a pop star. The big single is Breathe, an extremely uplifting tune that has the potential to be a big radio anthem. Last Train Home is another gem on the album, it's a U2-style power ballad that you may have heard in the film P.S. I Love You. Another favorite of mine is Brand New Day, a very catchy tune that serves as the theme to TV's Lie To Me. It uses more electronics and showcases Ryan's awesome voice. Right Now was released as a video over a year ago, it's a pretty good song but I admit that I was initially thrown off by the "go-go-go" chants from the cheerleaders.... Read more ›
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Valerie
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
11:59 is an uplifting, inspiring and just all around amazing debut CD from Ryan Star. Every song is lovely. Amazing lyrics sung by an amazing voice from an amazing guy. Every time I listen to this CD, I'm left feeling great. Inspired. Understood.
Definitely give this record a chance.
Definitely give this record a chance.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Jenny Smith
Format:Audio CD
Such a talented musician!!! I first saw Ryan on Rock Star: Supernova (a CBS reality show with drummer Tommy Lee (Mötley Crüe), bassist Jason Newsted (Voivod and ex-Metallica), guitarist Gilby Clarke (ex-Guns N' Roses), looking for a lead singer for their band Supernova), in 2006. Ryan did a cover for REM, Losing My Religion (youtube it) and it blew me away!!!! His piano playing mixed with his sexy voice made me an instant fan. He ended up writing and playing some of his own music and proved to everyone to be a stellar musician. He made it to the end of the show but did not get the gig. It was for the better, in my opinion, because he needed to write and play his own stuff. Then, I was watching tv one day, a new show at the time, Lie To Me comes on and it was Ryan's voice that comes streaming out of my speakers for the opening theme song, Brand New Day!!!! Loved the song (and the show :). Then I had the opportunity to meet Ryan when he was coming through town doing a promo for Breathe and the guy was completely down-to-earth and just plain cool to hang out with! So, I'm a HUGE fan and I know that he will catch on big and become a super-"Star" :)
Format:MP3 Music
I love this whole album. Every song is fantastic. Got the album for the song breathe, but every song is great.Love working out to it at the gym!
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
If you are a fan, you should add this to your library. He is very talented and tunes are catchy
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This cd was a gift for my niece - we saw and met Ryan at a David Cook concert a few years ago. She LOVES this cd...............so we're very happy!
By Lake Lady
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this just for it's theme song to "Lie To Me" and fell in love with the whole album. Would like to see/hear more from Ryan Star.
By Carneros
Format:Audio CD
I went with a friend tonight to hear the Goo Goo Dolls in Greensboro, NC. Ryan Star opened for them and I was not familiar with Ryan. I was completely blown away by him. His songs and live performance were unbelieveably good. Everyone around me in the audience kept talking about how great his vocals were and how powerful & tight the band was. His music was extremely dynamic mixing both melodic power drive with softer passages. I bought the CD after the show in the venue lobby and just got finished listening to it. I immediately went to Atlantic Records and bought the CD for a friend through Amazon. Ryan Star is TRUE talent. This is a real musical artist who belongs at the top.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
11:59 is awesome, and Ryan Star is AMAZING
Great CD, all of the songs on the CD are good ones, and I've been listening to 11:59 over and over again in my car. Ryan Star is AMAZING and I hope he makes it big. Read more
Published on February 18, 2011 by M. Albert
5.0 out of 5 stars
Not a bad song
Does Ryan Star seem familiar to anyone and you aren't quite sure why? One, has anyone watched the TV series "Lie to Me"? Read more
Published on February 8, 2011 by Steel Penguin
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Amazing
I'll be honest, I only found out about Ryan Star after hearing Brand New Day in the opening credits of Lie to Me, but since that moment, I have become a HUGE fan. Read more
Published on January 12, 2011 by Elizabeth Wilson
5.0 out of 5 stars
11:59 review
i already knew ryan star from the band stage and was familiar with his type of music but this album is way better than that of his album with stage. Read more
Published on October 24, 2010 by bigmachine
5.0 out of 5 stars
ryan star 1159 album
I bought this CD based on one song off the radio. I think every song on this CD was great. I have really enjoyed listening to it. It is well written and composed very nicely. Read more
Published on September 15, 2010 by hdillon
5.0 out of 5 stars
Ryan Is Awesome
I've been a Ryan Star fan ever since seeing him open for David Cook in 2009 during the Declaration tour. Ryan is awesome! I highly recommend that people check out his cds.
Published on September 12, 2010 by dsil
5.0 out of 5 stars
Solid!!!
I have been a Ryan Star fan since his days on Rockstar Supernova. It has been years of waiting for the CD, but it was worth it!! It is a solid CD. Read more
Published on September 10, 2010 by Sunny41
5.0 out of 5 stars
Blown Away!
I was pleasantly surprised with this CD. Ryan Star's voice is incredible. The lyrics are amazing. I listened to the entire CD from start to finish. Read more
Published on August 31, 2010 by Maddie's Mamma
