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I have idolized Clint my whole life as an entertainer on the strip, but what I didn’t realize is that it was not just his obvious gift switching musical genres in a snap of a finger while moving across the stage that got me to be a, "Holmes boy." It was his humility and class that stole my heart away. And what an entertainer! He is complete as complete can be.
He kinda reminds me of a Gary Valenciano mixed together with a Martin Nievera. You’ll see…
Clint has many feathers in his cap, but I am sure he would agree with me that the feather that stands the tallest would be his discoverer Bill Cosby. Or maybe the time he got a standing ovation from Frank Sinatra himself. The stories Clint tells and the friend he has made through his musical journey will make your jaw drop. I should know because mine is still dragging on the carpet.
It was Clint Holmes who conceptualized,Vocal Soup, and all the ingredients in it. He told me his number one requirement was that the people he chooses have to be nice people. I am still wondering who backed out when I got his call. All jokes aside I am thrilled to be the only Filipino in this Vocal Soup mix and I hope to represent us to the best of my ability. I love Clint Holmes very much and my respect for what he stands for is forever.
AJ: How well do your know Domenick Allen of Foreigner?
MN: I have always been a huge fan of the rock band, Foreigner, and to sing harmonies and original songs written and arranged by a member of that legendary band will be more than just fun; it will be a total re-learning experience.
Being the former lead singer for Foreigner one would think Domenick Allen is all about rock and screaming guitar solos, but what I have learned is he is much more than that. In fact if you were to ask me I would tell you he just dabbles in rock, because his knowledge of music and history of music is unmatched by anyone I know. His vocal range is from, "skyscraper high," to, "knocking on heaven’s door high." He switches from Sinatra swing to Crosby Stills and Nash and Young faster than most people drive. Oh, and he can play any musical instrument ever created while frosting cream cheese on a bagel. Kaya mo yan? My hope is that his musicality will rub off on me.
With all of the above mentioned, the best thing about this rocker is he is the nicest guy you will ever meet. Ever! His values and life’s passion never collide. When I grow up I wanna be just like him…
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