Who the hell do these guys think they are releasing a CD that I can't stop listening to??? I mean I DO have a day job ya know  :) 

There is truly not a song on this "Six Song Teaser" that I didn't enjoy.  The musicianship is tremendously impressive, the arrangements are stellar and the songwriting is some of the most lyrically intelligent and melodically engaging songs I have had the pleasure of reviewing in quite a while.  Besides being one of the most evolving creative and busy spirits in Wilmington, Richard D' has spent his time wisely not only putting out a product that has a "today-radio" flavor it is also unique, energetic, and well produced using some of the most talented musicians and collaborators in the area such as John Wade on Drums, Tommy Brothers of Audio Genesis on Guitar and Terry Nash of "Heart and Soul" on his Hammond B3; all of which add some meat that cannot be replaced.  Richards vocals are very clear and listener friendly, which happens to be one of my favorite aspects of a song and Richards pipes leave nothing for me to desire  :)

 

"Precious are the pleading moments when we realize what we're saying seems to make a lot of sense- when the words come out forming brilliant phrases leaving us to feel so intelligent."

Hit Picks:  "Precious", "World In Your Hands"

 

Annette Warner-WilmingtonNCMusic.com
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