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TAKE
               
2
James O'Malley & Candice Baranello

"Come Join Us" is the first album released by the Long Island-based acoustic folk duo Take 2, which consists of singer-songwriters James O'Malley and Candice Baranello.  this collection includes 14 tracks of originals and 1 Lennon/McCartney tune.  Candice and James produced these tracks at Kevin Kelly's "Acoustic Workshoppe East" recording studio.

Listeners and local music platforms have praised the project for its:

  • Beautiful, tight vocal harmonies that showcase the dynamic chemistry between both singers.

  • Heartfelt and joyous original songwriting that blends traditional folk aesthetics with uplifting acoustic arrangements.

  • Engaging, community-focused live energy, prompting listeners to describe their songs as highly infectious and fun. 

The album has received regional media attention, including being featured on Gianna Volpe's Heart of the East End show on WLIW-FM 88.3. You can find updates on their music and upcoming live performances on the official Take 2 Facebook Page. [1, 2]...and here at www.jamesomalley.com

 

 

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Album Information and Credits---​

Produced By Candice Baranello & James O'Malley

Recorded at Acoustic WorkShoppe East, Huntington, N.Y.

Engineered, Mixed and Mastered by Kevin Kelly

Executive Producer- Ellen Hughie Reynolds

Vocals-Candice Baranello & James O'Malley

Acoustic Guitars-James O'Malley

Mandolin, Shruti Box, Ukulele-Candice Baranello

Bass Guitar-Kevin Kelly

Drums-Shawn Murray

Background Vocal -Ellen Hughie Reynolds

Additional Mixes--Larry Moser (To Laugh And Cry)

(The Bridge To Portree)

Front Cover Photographer-Clyde Berger

Back Cover Photographer-Andrea M. Gordon

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