Heartfelt collection of songs with "Naomi" as the standout!
author: Tamelyn
In this age of slick mass-produced pop, how refreshing to hear songs written and performed from the heart...in particular, the song Naomi is haunting, heartbreaking, and as real as it gets.
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voice, arrangement, accompaniment, especially guitar on all the songs are excell
author: rebshlomo
NAOMI: first rate; subtle, sophisticated, endlessly interesting. Can be heard over and over again.
RITES OF SPRING: second favorite; beautiful melody; perfect
pairing with lyrics. Voice especially attractive.
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A wistful take on Americana
author: Ryan Hoffer, A& R , Shut Eye Records, Inc.
Upon listening to "Seven Songs", I was reminded of that honest, organic sound similar to that of artists like Mary Lou Lord or Patti Smith. That being said, you are able to maintain your individuality by blending a myriad of influences and forging an eclectic take on the singer/songwriter genre. This can definitely be heard in songs like "I Forgive Myself" and "Dying Breed". I love the twangy Emerson, Lake and Palmer-ishintro in "I Forgive Myself". This wry little shanty then continues via crisp acoustics atop drving cadence- very catchy.I must say, though, that "Stampede" is probably my favorite song off the album. Again, another flawless intro with escalating electric lead atop the backing guitars. This song has just the type of melody that leaves an impression on first-time listeners. All in all, "Seven Songs" radiates with pastoral goodness and boasts of proficient songwriting. We here at Shut Eye would love to feature you on the third edition of our "This is Alt. Country" compila
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author: GARAGEBAND SIGNATURE REVIEW
RE:SONG "NAOMI"
"super hook.. arrangement is very professional, and really first class. This has super lyrics, well written, super vocalist with tons of range and expression, and full of emotion singing these great lyrics.. and the talented musicians.. very talented.. love the guitars.. the violin, the steel.. this is one classy piece.. perfect performance, ... standing O's to ya... and encore encore.. please.. do not tweak a thing,, just get this out, now.. it is great as is.. wow.. blows me away, the mind pictures that are painted, the way it tugs at my soul.. this is it .. this is great.. second time through, i am speechless.. great great performance, and production..
Reviewed by: PCL from Stillwater, Oklahoma
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