Fan Comments About "Cool Breeze" - CD

Please send one smokin', burnin', get down Cool Breeze CD to me, -- Gary Q. 

Mike: May I have a Deluxe-First Copy of your New-Super-I did it By-Myself Big Band CD. -- Leroy L.

Sitting here listening to your fabulous new album - Congratulations!!! God Bless -- Gail D.

Hey Michael, Finally got a chance to go through the new CD...Can't wait to send it out to some of my musical and non musical friends...Really amazing..The arrangements and writing are only topped by your great musicianship on horns, drums, etc..You must of had a lot of stuff stored up over all these past years to come out with all those great tunes on one CD>. -- Mark B.

Hey Michael, Thanks so much for sending me a copy of your CD. I just gave it a listen and everything sounds great. Just great! I'm so glad that I could be a part of it. I know how relieved you must be to have finished such a huge project. Good job! Now relax a little. See ya soon, -- Dave

Feel like I kind a let you down over the years. Sent out countless # of  cassettes etc. with no response. It's on now! It's time to get results. This is your time. The 3 CD odyssey unheard of time. My wife thinks Cool Breeze is the best work. - Hawaiian fire is hotter than the coals at a hawaiian pig roast lual! -- Kevin C.

Hey Michael Ray; Just a quick note to tell you how much I am digging your CD. It sounds incredible! Nice work, man. You have every reason to be proud. I am honored to have been a part of it. Best of luck, my friend! Regards -- John W.

Michael,  Received "Cool Breeze" in the mail over the weekend. Must say it was all you promised, and more! Love the Dejavu arrangement.Blossom Free and Cool Breeze make me happy!  -- Holly

Fan Comments About "Fire & Desire" - CD

"Michael, Thanks for the CD's. I had a chance to listen through to most of it...I can't believe how much work it must take to finish something like that.. Amazing. Great drumming and singing! So far I like the title cut and the one after it "Oh Lady"...A close 3rd is the one that has the "Sugar" line in it... The kind of jazz vocal one is great too. Tell Janet she is sounding fine." --Mark B.

"Dear Michael Ray & Janet,  I just played your CD and I have goose bumps!!  It's very moving.  It makes me want to treat people better.  I can't think of a nicer evening  than sipping on wine, the smell of roses in the air and Michael Ray on the CD player!  God Bless You.  I'm very proud of you.  I read the inside cover and I really have an appreciation of your dedicated hard work.  Your friend first, your agent second."  --Dave Ledbetter

"I listened to the CD & it sounds fantastic!  It is awesome and you can hear different influences like Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind & Fire.  You have been working on these projects for years, it has to feel good to be getting them done! Music really brings positive feelings to people's lives."  --Dan Phillipus

"Dear Michael & Janet,  First, congratualtions and best wishes on your new CD.  I'm "super" proud of you and can hardly wait to hear it!  Hope all is going well.  Love and miss you both" -- Janie  Your #1 fan Michael! 

"Michael - Congratulations on your new CD.  We can't wait to hear it!"  --Love Catherine & Pat

"Hey thanks for sending us the new CD. We listened and thought "GREAT! ONLY ONE MORE TO GO".  We always knew you were talented so this was nothing new to us.  Good luck getting the last one finished."  --Love Mary and Morgan

"Dear Michael & Janet,  I couldn't wait to get Michael's pop-vocal CD! It is great! I loved your 1st CD!  I use it in my music classes and listen to it all of the time!!!  Congrats!  Wish I were there for a release party!  =)"  -- Sue Ann

"Michael & Janet,  Congrats on the new album/disc, whatever they call them these days!  I have been enjoying it ever since I got it.  Thanks!  Again, congratulations!"  -- Dr. Greg

"Dear Janet & Michael, Happy New Year!!  I received my CD's -- Thank you!  I must admit, I don't listen to much pop in December other than Christmas music!  But I now have had a chance to put it in my car CD and enjoy it!  I'd have to say my favorite is the title track "Fire and Desire".  But it's all beautifully done and I enjoy listening to it.  You should be so proud of all your hard work!  And now we'll look forward to your Big Band CD!"  --Monica & Scott

"Dear Michael Ray & Janet,  Wow!  Thanks for the fabulous CD!  Congratulations!  Fabulous work -- good luck on your third project.  I was planning on requesting a CD as soon as I received your notice/brochure, but it just fell by during the holiday season.  I am so proud of both of you and your accomplishments.  With love and respect."  --Roger

"I bought myself a fabulous Christmas present. We love your work. Michael I just can't tell you how great it is. It's Fabulous! We're just going to burn it up." --Barbara K.

"Where have you been all your life? It's unfucking believable.  You are so blooming good. You can tell that you've spent so many years with this music. I've got news for you. I've gone past 90 years old and I definitely know good music. Music like yours is never gonna get old."  --Irving K.                                                                                                                                                                                                           
 
"Michael Ray Tyler you have an incredible ear, your talent is truly unsurpassed.  I have listened to lots of CD’s and this CD is without a doubt one of my favorites. Every song is meticulously mixed and mastered. I would have to say my favorite is song 11 – Summer Days, sounds like Manhattan Transfer. It is total perfection musically and vocally. The title song Fire & Desire also sounds like a big hit. It is the kind of CD that you listen to over and over and enjoy it more each time. The blending of your voice and Janet’s is absolute magic.  The vocal arrangements are astounding. I am telling you if I am having a day that nothing seems to be going right, Summer Days makes it all go away. I eagerly await your Big Band release. Michael Ray, you are a master musically and a true blessing to the music industry." 
--B.J. Lynch, Odds On Recording

"This is the kind of music I could listen to every day.  Michael, you can tell that you have so much love in your heart. I wish that every husband could be like that. It would make me so happy to know that you will work to get this music out there. You are so professional.  I am going to play your CD in my classes so that the students can see what talent a substitute teacher has."-- Mrs. Arnold

"Janet & Michael, Thanks for getting us this info.  Looking forward to the CD.  Love you both" -- Lu

Michael Ray Tyler can I please have your autograph?  I am listening to your new CD and have been all day.  I absolutely love it. I am so impressed.  I like every song especially track 1. You are amazing.  I will tell all of my friends.-- Lynn H.

We love love love the new CD.  I keep singing your songs in my mind.  My nine-year-old loves the little rap in "Fire and Desire"!  We have to keep rewinding that part.  I really hope this CD takes off for you, because it is really great.  It's fun to hear Janet in the background!  I of course really love the ballads, but I also think that track 11 is awesome!  Maybe you should send Oprah a copy...she is a real fan of Luther Vandross and Michael has kind of that tone.  --Karen

Hey Big Mike!  Man! What a GUY!  This is just a note to let you know that I got your new vocal CD and will be sending you a snail mail follow-up.  Thank you so much for thinking of me and sending it.  Sharon and I remember with fondness the wonderful visit we had with you and Janet back in the fall.  And,....I remember us talking about your song "Summer Days' in the car and listening to one of the tracks in your little studio at the house.  I really think the album is just another example of a great talent and a milestone in your career.  Here's wishing you great success with it and that it leads to even greater things.  Thanks again. --Dr. C

JUST TO LET YOU KNOW MY AUNT - HOLLIS NIETO FROM LOS ANGELES ORDERED YOUR CD LAST WEEK.  SHE SAID SHE RECEIVED IT OVER THE WEEKEND AND LOVES IT!!!!   CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE.   SHE WILL BE COMING OVER IN FEBRUARY AND IS LOOKING FORWARD TO  SEEING YOU AT GREEN VALLEY RANCH. --SALLY

I ordered your Fire and Desire CD last week, received it this weekend, and have to tell you that I love it!  I received Grazing the Land as a birthday gift from my niece Sally Achord (Las Vegas) last year and listen to it every day. She said I would love your music and I absolutely do.  Thanks! -- Hollis Nieto

Mr. Tyler, This music sounds like it could be at the end credits of a movie. Keep it real.--Wayne
 

Fan Comments About "Grazing the Land" - CD

"It’s a rare privilege to be alive when the next great jazz artist surfaces out of the mainstream of musical talent that exists today.  Such an accomplished artist is Michael Ray Tyler.  His inaugural CD Grazing the Land is sure to catapult him into the ranks of this country’s greatest flugelhorn players, and elevate him right up there with the most distinguished members of the jazz kingdom.  His charts are beautifully original, and his unique instrumental and vocal arrangements, coupled with his pulsating rhythms are captivating to the most critical listener.  From his sensitive treatments of “Sailing” and “The Lady in Red” to his original and suggestive reggae sound of “Stardance” Michael Ray has transcended the standard jazz genre and has produced a truly unique and extremely “listenable” CD.  Heartiest and most enthusiastic congratulations go out to him.  If you like smooth jazz and are ready for a new, creative taste of it, this CD is for you."

 --Anne & Bud Stephen, Las Vegas, Nevada

"Hi Michael T & Janet, It's exciting to be a part of your project, watching your name, popularity, website and fan base grow. You have a good and pure heart Michael T. Much Love, " --AW

"Dear Janet & Michael Ray, Thanks so much for sending me your new CD.  I listened to it, enjoyed it very much and was very impressed with all the work you put into it!  It's melodic and musical and right on the money as far as I'm concerned.  I also very much appreciate your mentioning me in the acknowledgements. Michael, you have a very special talent and it's great that you are utilizing it so effectively. Thanks again for sending me the CD. Love from us both," --Pat W.

"One of the secretaries over here wants to order a CD.  She heard mine and liked it." --Diana M. 

"I had to have one of my own!" --Lisa S.

"MAESTRO=A MASTER IN ANY ART; especially A GREAT  COMPOSER, CONDUCTOR OR TEACHER OF MUSIC..This is Michaels Ray Tyler!!!!!!! Mike  I am PROUD and Honored to be a part of this project. I literally got tears in my eyes!!! Mike OUTSTANDING!! You picked everything RIGHT!! From the right muscians to the text!!!!! The pic's are JUST RIGHT!!! Mike what can you say. . . . 5 years of a labor in LOVE for your craft!!! Because you are a CRAFTSMAN!! Mike I am not trying to stroke your ego. I truly believe you are not puffed up or arrogant when it comes to your craft. I've seen your pain when other muscians that you looked up too and admired did'nt give you your just do whether it was jealousy or whatever!! But now Michael Ray Tyler THE WORLD has to stand up and ACKNOWLEDGE THE GIFT that God has put within you!!!!The Time is NOW!!
You were born for this..Mike it is WONDERFUL....#1 FAN"  --Kevin Caro.
 

"Hey Big Mike! WOW!  What a nice thing to do!  I wanted you to know I have received the CD, the nice note and the framed picture and CD etc.   MAN you have really done it 1st class.  Sharon and I have listened to it and enjoyed it greatly.  Thank you for including me and thinking of your teachers. It is great and we wish you the very best of success.  It couldn't happen to a nicer and talented guy. " --Dr. D Cornell

"Michael, It was so good to hear from you, and what a great surprise it was to receive your CD and poster. They are great!! Congratulations! I listened to the CD this morning and I really enjoyed it.  You did a great job.  Every aspect of it was really nice.  Good vocals, but of course there is good everything.  I will try to get the information about your CD in the KU band summer newsletter and that way we can let a lot of other friends know about the CD and how to obtain it.  It really pleases me that you and Janet are doing so great.  Las Vegas seems to be a good place for you to be.  Again thanks for thinking of us and a big thanks for the CD."  --Sincerely, Robert E. Foster 

"Hey this is Roger.  Boy did I hit the jackpot today.  I can't believe it.  I got the CD and I got the commemorative plaque today and I am going to hang it up in the office.  I am just thrilled with everything.  Thanks again."  --Roger

"Hey colleagues: If you like Jazz, like the sound of Chuck Mangione you need to hear "Grazing The Land" by Jazz Trumpeter Michael Ray Tyler. As Fred Sturm used to say back in the 80's!'  - "Cool"!!  When I first heard it, I  immediately thought of Chuck M. before  reading the jacket. Check it out!!" --Len H.

"We have been listening to your fabulous CD.  It is so relaxing and soothing and that is exactly what we need right now.  You did such a great job writing and performing all the songs.  Love the pictures.  I really didn't realize how much work goes into a CD until I saw all your acknowledgements and pictures and bio.  What an accomplishment.  Great job." --Mary D.

"I opened the box and there in a nice frame, ready to hang on the wall was a CD with the cover sheet. Thank you so much!  I feel honored that I get one of the "original" CD's. When it goes platinum I can say, "Oh, that is a friend of mine.  I knew him when he was just a kid at the magnet school." " --Mary d'E.

 "Dear Michael,  I enjoy listening to your CD.  It's very enjoyable to listen to;  I always enjoy hearing you sing, so I'd like to hear more vocals!  Your packaging and cover work are beautifully done; beautiful pictures, very nice comments and thank you's to friends, family, co-workers, musicians.......The picture with the snow on the ground reminded me of your wedding, going up to the mountains.  My favorite song would be the first song (title track), "Lady in Red", "Galaxy of Reflections", for it's funky beat, "In The Wind", and "Winter Breeze".  "Running Free" is good too.    Congratulations on a job well done, and best wishes for more beautiful music to come!"  -- Love, Monica

"Hey!  This is Greg.  I just got the wonderful commemorative plaque at the office.  It was really nice. Thanks again."  --Dr. Greg W.

"Congratulations on a wonderful CD.  The whole project has been carefully constructed and exudes professionalism and lots of TLC.  Please send me some CD’s so I can give to friends." --Ronnie R.

"Michael, Danny brought home your CD today, and we listened to it immediately.  I was trying to fight taking a nap by working out, so today I did ballet exercises plus other dancing to your CD!"   --Sylvia

"I have been listening to Michael's CD in my classroom for the last two days while the students are working on a social contract collage. WOW!!!!!! What a difference in the students' behavior. Quiet, on task, and engaged in learning. Michael sure knows how to educate kids with his music.....IT HAS BEEN MAGICAL !!!!!!!!! Thank YOU!!!!
--Diann M.

“Mr. Tyler, I sent my aunt in Los Angeles one of your CD's.  I assured her that your musical talents are a true gift from God! Nothing that a pie could create.  I put it on in my office and work away.  If a client calls it is nice background music -- much better than a kid rock CD!... I hope that you will consider a Christmas or a Gospel CD soon. ... “I look forward to receiving the additional CDs –I’m “gifting” them to friends.  I hope that by gifting them they will in turn love it -- order more and gift them.  Music networking!!!"  --Sally A.

"The envelope arrived Friday!  I'm currently drinking a cup of tea ...and listening to the best ever jazz.  The CD is fabulous!  I hope it doesn't take him five more years to cut another. Not only is the music great (part in fact, I'm sure because of your pies fueling the creative juices), but his story is wonderful.  Made me cry when I read it and his dedications...  I'll just bet the picture was taken on the road to Mt. Charleston.”  --From Aunt

"Your album is really great! Production is really good! Congratulations!" --Roby 

"I was in such a hurry last night to get out of there that I didn't tell you how much I liked your long awaited CD. I've listened to it a few times in my car since I got it. I'm honored to be included on some of the tunes on a really great sounding project. Every cut is in the pocket. I know you must be relieved to have it finished and finally out there. I can appreciate how much hard work, lack of sleep and determination it must have taken on your part to accomplish everything you had to do to get it completed. The music, the mix, artwork, photos, liner notes and packaging are all first rate. You covered all the details. Plus, you played your ass off! ( Not to mention - drums. WOW! ) I know everyone is sincerely proud of you and hopes you get the recognition and success from this project that you deserve. Now, on to the next one! GOOD JOB MICHAEL" --Dave

"Hey Mike, I went to the site and listened to the music. This is really neat. I can't believe all the things one can do with the internet. Good luck!!!" --Mary d'E 

"HEY MR. T!!! CONGRATS MAN I TOLD YOU YOU WOULD MAKE IT. I'M PROUD OF YOU. I TOLD YOU SINCE I MET YOU IN 8TH GRADE, YOU WOULD MAKE IT AND YOU FINALLY DID. TELL ME WHEN YOUR NEW CD COMES OUT SO I CAN BUY THAT ONE TOO; LOVE THE MUSIC IN YOUR FIRST ALBUM SO DO MY LITTLE SISTERS. I'LL SEE YOU AROUND SCHOOL, THANKS FOR THE AUTOGRAPH!!"  --PUNISHER

"Janet and Michael, Thanks for sending the final copy of your CD and the release poster and postcards. What a polished work of art. I can't even imagine how much of yourselves you poured into this project. Thank you for sharing your gifts with all of us! Hope all is well in Las Vegas." --Jeff  D.

"Michael and Janet- I just wanted to thank you both for the beautiful CD. I have enjoyed every song.....in fact I'm listening to it right now. I'm even thinking of having my daughter do her bridal march to the Lady in Red ........it is a beautiful rendition of the song and the timing is perfect. Just FYI, 88.1 has a new artist show in the evenings. I don't know specifics, but this CD is definitely worth getting out there!!!" --Lillie W.

"Hi Michael Ray, Man I listened to your CD the first time with friends and because of the conversations, I didn't really get to appreciate it.  Last week, I listened by myself and thoroughly enjoyed it. I especially like the way you subtlely laid the vocals.  Man it is good music.  Michael Ray, you've got skills bro!  Wishing you the best." --Lionel S.

"I especially enjoyed track #4 - Galaxy of Reflections.  The music was clean, the sound was fresh because it was original.  It was a smooth type of jazz, but funky.  You got down, you jammed!"  -- Oliver

Hey whats up man.

I helped you find your stuff on the PC!
If anything I hope all goes well for you. Your sound bytes SOUNDS GOOD. I love the Jazz MENG -- Carlos