Album Notes

“Lindberg’s voice is both powerful and sweet” so writes noted critic Ed Sykmus of the Boston Tab. While it is true that Lindberg is one of the most accomplished of singers Mr. Sykmus’ statement only tells a fraction of the story . . .

Lindberg is the complete artist. He not only is a world-class singer but a composer, a songwriter, a prodigious guitarist and front man. Lindberg is able to combine all of the hats he wears so seamlessly audiences are often overwhelmed(and happily so) by the many things that Eric brings to the table. It is not atypical to hear a delicate ballad sung with such feeling and tenderness that couples will unconsciously move a little closer to one another and then have Eric play a jaw dropping guitar solo and bring the happy couples to a frothy enthusiasm-all within the same song!

Lindberg has always had his fans here in Austin ever since he came to town in ‘95 to pursue his dream of playing music in an open and diverse musical scene. Shortly after arriving, Lindberg began teaching at Austin Guitar School and quickly became one of the school’s most popular teachers. Lindberg played in various settings for a while and then formed “Big Eric and the Deltoids” playing a powerful combination of jump blues, Jazz and danceable swing. Lindberg’s voice and guitar playing truly set this band apart from other bands as well as his insistence on the best musicians to accompany him. This refined and discriminating musical pallette served him well for when he finally chose to showcase the delicate and swinging side of his artistry on a full length feature album, Lindberg chose Austin’s finest and went into the studio to cut Common Thread. And, while Common Thread does a great deal to place Eric among the elite Jazz/pop singers, like all serious artists Lindberg always wants to grow and expand and it was with this in mind that this CD was created.