In 2001 this Seattle-based vocal band was crowned Artist of the Year at the SAMIE Awards, the Pacific Northwest’s annual contemporary pop music competition, and for the last two years, m-pact was voted Best Vocal Jazz Group (2002-2003) in the international ACA (A Cappella Community Awards) competition.
Now touring Fine Arts Halls and Jazz Festivals internationally, m-pact has appeared on four continents -- Europe, SE Asia, North Africa, and across the US and Canada, opening and/or performing for pop superstars such as Sheryl Crow, Kenny Loggins, and Bobby McFerrin, as well as with jazz legends from Ray Charles and Natalie Cole to Kenny G and the Woody Herman Orchestra.
Around the world, mesmerized audiences buzz from the thrill of m-pact's unbelievable vocal acrobatics and delightful orchestrations, their polished, yet authentic stage presence, and the true, artistic experience they create by the human voice alone. These pros deliver successful events of every size for promoters of every kind; rarely is m-pact is not immediately re-booked for return engagements.
Each of m-pact’s four original CD’s have received rave reviews and multiple awards, including Best Pop/R&B Song, Best Male Vocal, and Best Arrangement (Contemporary A Cappella Recording Artist Awards), as well as an Indie Nomination (the “Independent Grammy”) for Best Seasonal Album of 2000. Approximately 50,000 units have been sold between the three recordings. Two new CD’s are in production for 2004, one containing m-pact’s critically acclaimed, original pop compositions and the other, a jazz favorites collection.
Winners of BillBoard's prestigious "Best Unsigned Band" contest, Los Angeles-based vocal group m-pact has signed with indie specialty label Primarily A Cappella to release it's first, self-titled album for national distribution. Crowned Best Vocal Group at the 2005 LA Music Awards, this "vocal Cirque du Solei" infuses technicolor fantasy into m-pacts sophisticated sound. A truly kaleidoscopic mix of groove, soul, and funk crossed with human big band makes this all-voice sextet "one of the best jazz-pop vocal ensembles in the world" (San Francisco Chronicle). Drawing fans of every demographic, m-pact has been touring festivals and prestigious performing arts centers for over 10 years developing a large following and selling over 50,000 records worldwide. Pristine production, solid song-writing, and Stomp-like creativity are among the many strengths showcased in this much-anticipated, all-new studio release.
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Current member Rudy Cardenas can be seen in the 6th season of FOX's American Idol.
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ALBUM RELEASES:
It's All About Harmony!
II
The Carol Commission: A Christmas Collection
Live at The Triple Door
M-Pact EP
M-Pact
2
m-pact Lyrics
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Non fa niente se sto stretto non è colpa mia
Ho visto un brutto film che mi fa stare male
E domani a scuola non ci voglio andare
Mamma che mi dice un giorno ti realizzerai
Chiuso in cameretta
Giochi a terra giochi online
Ti giuro che la mangio la verdura fra un po'
Come a Carnevale coi coriandoli
E i bambini travestiti agli angoli
Stelle filanti, stelle San Lorenzo
Che se guardo il cielo ancora ci penso
Dammi la metà del tetto non mandarmi via
Non fa niente se è un po' rotto forse è colpa mia
La mia vita è un film che mi fa stare male
E l'università non la voglio abbandonare
Mamma che ci crede e papà ci spera un po'
Chiuso nello studio quando esco non lo so
Ti giuro che per pranzo insieme dopo salirò
Scarto un altro pacco di Marlboro Gold
Come a Carnevale coi coriandoli
E i bambini travestiti agli angoli
Stelle filanti, stelle San Lorenzo
Che se guardo il cielo ancora ci penso
Dammi tutti i pezzi presi e vattene via
Non fa niente se è finita forse è colpa mia
Ed il nostro amore è qualcosa che fa male
Poi mi trovi sbronzo con due cocktail giù al Centrale
Mamma che mi chiama li facciamo questi soldi?
Me li sudo per un sogno ma non sono molti
Ti giuro che a Natale scendo e non risalirò
Scarto un'altra scelta giusta
Poi mi pentirò
Come a Carnevale coi coriandoli
E i bambini travestiti agli angoli
Stelle filanti, stelle San Lorenzo
Che se guardo il cielo ancora ci penso
The lyrics to m-pact's song "2 in 2" explore themes of longing, dissatisfaction, and the complexities of love and dreams. The song revolves around a sense of self-reflection and uncertainty, expressing a desire for companionship and a longing for something more fulfilling. The singer feels confined and restless, wanting to escape their current situation and find a sense of realization and fulfillment.
The lyrics depict a sense of frustration and discontentment with their current circumstances. They reference a "bad movie" that makes them feel unwell, perhaps symbolizing the struggles and challenges they are facing. The singer also expresses a reluctance to conform to societal expectations, such as going to school or pursuing a university education.
The song also touches upon the relationship with their parents, who hold hope and belief in their future success. However, the singer remains unsure of their path, feeling trapped in their studies and uncertain of what lies ahead. They yearn for freedom and independence, wanting to make their own choices and pursue their dreams.
The chorus of the song mentions the joy and excitement of Carnevale, symbolizing a desire for celebration and escape from the realities of life. The mention of "bambini travestiti agli angoli" (children disguised in the corners) adds a touch of nostalgia and innocence to the lyrics.
Overall, the lyrics of "2 in 2" convey a sense of longing, confusion, and discontentment, while also expressing a desire for fulfillment and the pursuit of dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Dammi la metà del letto fammi compagnia
Give me half of the bed, keep me company
Non fa niente se sto stretto non è colpa mia
It doesn't matter if I'm feeling cramped, it's not my fault
Ho visto un brutto film che mi fa stare male
I watched a bad movie that made me feel sick
E domani a scuola non ci voglio andare
And I don't want to go to school tomorrow
Mamma che mi dice un giorno ti realizzerai
Mom who tells me that one day I will achieve my dreams
Chiuso in cameretta Giochi a terra giochi online
Locked in my room, playing games on the floor and online
Ti giuro che la mangio la verdura fra un po'
I swear I'll eat vegetables soon
Scarto un'altro pacco di cartine Dragonball
I discard another pack of Dragon Ball rolling papers
Come a Carnevale coi coriandoli
Like at Carnival with confetti
E i bambini travestiti agli angoli
And the children dressed up on the corners
Stelle filanti, stelle San Lorenzo
Streamers, shooting stars
Che se guardo il cielo ancora ci penso
Because when I look at the sky, I still think about it
Dammi la metà del tetto non mandarmi via
Give me half of the roof, don't send me away
Non fa niente se è un po' rotto forse è colpa mia
It doesn't matter if it's a bit broken, maybe it's my fault
La mia vita è un film che mi fa stare male
My life is a movie that makes me feel sick
E l'università non la voglio abbandonare
And I don't want to abandon university
Mamma che ci crede e papà ci spera un po'
Mom believes in us and dad hopes a little
Chiuso nello studio quando esco non lo so
Locked in the study, I don't know when I'll leave
Ti giuro che per pranzo insieme dopo salirò
I swear that we will have lunch together and then I'll go up
Scarto un altro pacco di Marlboro Gold
I discard another pack of Marlboro Gold cigarettes
Dammi tutti i pezzi presi e vattene via
Give me all the broken pieces and go away
Non fa niente se è finita forse è colpa mia
It doesn't matter if it's over, maybe it's my fault
Ed il nostro amore è qualcosa che fa male
And our love is something that hurts
Poi mi trovi sbronzo con due cocktail giù al Centrale
Then you find me drunk with two cocktails down at the Centrale
Mamma che mi chiama li facciamo questi soldi?
Mom calling me, can we make this money?
Me li sudo per un sogno ma non sono molti
I sweat for a dream, but they're not many
Ti giuro che a Natale scendo e non risalirò
I swear that at Christmas I'll come down and I won't go back up
Scarto un'altra scelta giusta Poi mi pentirò
I discard another right choice, then I'll regret it
Come a Carnevale coi coriandoli
Like at Carnival with confetti
E i bambini travestiti agli angoli
And the children dressed up on the corners
Stelle filanti, stelle San Lorenzo
Streamers, shooting stars
Che se guardo il cielo ancora ci penso
Because when I look at the sky, I still think about it
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Lorenzo Mero
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jasonburgess4488
Perhaps they listened. I just ordered mpact 2 and all the fingers had the split rubber to flex easy with the trigger finger removing the rubber from the outside entirely. Great glove.
@dhowison6052
Are/were they warm?