Not only does this record grab you at first listen, but clearly deserves revisiting and further reflection...maybe while sipping some good whiskey on a cool summer night, or during a long drive alone.  Hailing from Richmond Virginia, with a studio full of top-notch players, Maul leads us through his vision of America.  Not just another trendy cliché-laden set of ideals, 'Broken Record' delivers a simple, sincere glimpse into one man's journey.  Bob Rupe's masterful production allows the songs to speak for themselves; bringing a warmth and purity to the forefront, without the heavy-handed studio magic that so often overshadows today's crop of "alt-country" drones.  But don't let the labels fool you...there is a distinct 90s-era, power-pop influence sitting just below the surface...one that has me eager to hear the sophomore follow-up, hoping Maul will spread his wings and expand on the refreshingly honest sound found hear on his debut.
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