Until Now

Tima Montemayor | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 20, 2005)
• Original Release Date: June 20, 2005
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Monasera Records
• ASIN: B000BGQX4U
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #138,302 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Maybe it’s the ethereal angelic innocence in her voice. Or maybe it’s the quiet strumming of a haunting guitar with the exotic beats of the percussion. Or the frankness of her open-journal lyrics and lonesome vulnerability she exudes while singing about heartbreaks and love lost. Perhaps it’s a combination of all that, along with her exuberant talent and passion, but right from the opening track of her debut full-length CD Until Now, Tima effortlessly entrances us to step into a different world with her – a world that’s uniquely and beautifully hers. Melancholic and introspective, “Until Now” chronicles Tima’s emotional journey of failed relationships and explores bitter sweet universal themes such as regret, betrayal, hope and regaining faith. Simply by listening to her play the piano and pour her heart out through lyrics so emotionally poignant, you feel as though you are transported into a small smoky bar where she closes in all distance and creates a sense of urgent intimacy where you can feel her; you can almost touch her. Featuring 14 original tracks, “Until Now” is truly an album of no musical boundaries. Using both traditional instruments such as guitar, piano, and drums and exotic percussion from around the world (African Indonesian, Indian etc.), Tima defines her own unique sound with an eclectic fusion of world music, rock, pop, jazz and classical. From the catchy pop chorus of “Raining” to the piercing, deeply personal “Like an Angel” to the slow jam of “This Dance,” Tima paints a portrait of a woman so hauntingly honest and human that you are bound to be swept away in an ocean of emotion and soothed by its caressing waves. A ca thar tic experience, listening to Tima will at once move you to tears by her heartfelt story-telling and be uplifted at the same time with a renewed sense of hope as she sings of finding peace within oneself. Come step inside to the mystical and enthralling soundscape of Tima and let her move you. Experience the magic. Experience the passion. Experience the emotion. Experience Tima “Until Now”.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tima's "Until Now " ...you will listen forever!, January 12, 2008

By 

Steve (New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Until Now (Audio CD)

Tima Montemayor may not be known to most because of, and at this point, only a dedicated and intensely loyal fan following and a west coast base primarilly...but this will change! All you need is one listen and you will be hooked for life and buying copies to gift to friends (as I have).

"Until Now" is the stunning debut album (2005) from the beautifully talented singer, songwriter, performer, and yes...person too! It is a shame on me that it is until now that I have written such long overdue praise of this wonderful CD. From the opening song "Steps Away", through and including the final song "Can't Let Go" you will be mesmerized and fully captivated by the voice, the lyrics, the mood, the varied textures and rhythms, and deeply personal nature of the work here. It is truly a labor of love and exploration of varied emotions which we all can relate to and have been deeply moved by in our respective times. Tima does in fact strike a nerve of the human condition and it's ups and downs.

Characterizing this artist or her cd is difficult because there are multiple influences here and all of them work perfectly in the context of Tima's lovely and plaintiff vocals, her depth of musical and lyrical emotion, stellar musicianship and production values, and multi national and ethnic influences. The CD runs the range of romantic love ballads, romantic pop, ethereal mood music, uptempo jazz, world music influences, and even a radio friendly song or two! Tima's voice is absolutely captivating and angelic...as is she. You will at times be driven to tears or at least fighting them back amidst the emotion of the song or it's personal connection with something in your own life. I was fortunate to literally stumble upon Tima and her music on myspace, was immediately transfixed, and am now without a doubt a fan for life. She is truly remarkable and a treasure.
The extra good news is that her new CD "In This Trance" is only a short wait away from release early this year!!! So once you have played "Until Now" to the point of absolutely having to get more of Tima...it will be there. "Until Now" is 5 stars beyond any question and a must have...truly!!!

As I've already mentioned...you will love it all, but if I had to pick a few faves they are:
Raining
Like an Angel
Tempted
Until Now
Can't Let Go
Sincerely Yours

Please support this truly beautiful in every way artist and person...you will not be disappointed!!! You have been missing a lot..."Until Now"

Thank you Tima for the wonderful gifts of self and your music! I can't wait for "In This Trance" too...

~Steve~

Update from my original 2008 review:

Tima Montemayor has subsequently released 2 additional CD's. "In this Trance" and a sesonal EP, "Midnight Clear". Two more brilliant and beautful cd's that must be had. I recently posted a review of "Minight Clear" here on Amazon and will be posting another long overdue one on 5 star rated "In this trance". Tima Montemayor is a truly wonderful and one of a kind artist and she is currently working on a brand new full CD for the new year 2012. I expect another excellent offering from her.

5.0 out of 5 stars Sit back, relax and enjoy or get up and dance to this album, October 19, 2007

By 

Stefan Steiner (WA USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Until Now (Audio CD)

I'm always excited to find new artists who have a fresh take on music. The ways artists can get their music recorded, publicized, and then sold without having to be signed by the big labels is bringing a lot of variety back to music. I love Tima's music and her touching life story gives her music validity. So, buy the album and sit back, relax and enjoy or get up and dance to this awesome album.

I heard that she will be releasing a new album soon. I can't wait to hear it.

Stefan

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, Sexy, Smooth., January 17, 2007

By 

Charles H. Cook Jr. (Denison, TX USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Until Now (Audio CD)

Tima Montemayor is perfect for those who like music that you can dance intimately to as well as have candelight dinner with. If you are a fan of Sade then you will definately like Tima! You can listen to her music on her website or her myspace. Although I dislike categorizing her, I would have to say her music is Smooth Jazz crossed with Trance. You definately can hear a fusion of other cultures' music within hers. She is breathtakingly beautiful with the talent to match. She also happens to be very accessible to her fans! I highly recommend this CD to anyone craving quality music and thought-provoking lyrics.