Glenn French - Snowblind
author: Shashona - www.indieshowcase.net
Glenn French - Snowblind
Released 2009
www.myspace.com/frenchglenn & www.sixtysecondhero.com/Glenn_French
www.cdbaby.com
Band Members:
Glenn French - Songwriter, Electric Guitar, and Bass. Lead Vocals
David Russell - Mandolin and Fiddle
John Kearns - Accoustic & Electic Guitar & Dobro
Steve Haggard - Harp and Backing Vocals
Michael French - Drums & Percussion
Chris James - Keyboards
* " Friend of The Devil" - Vocals Glenn French & Steve Haggard, written by Garcia, Dawson & Hunter.
Originally recorded by The Gratefull Dead.*
Label - Wild Oats Records
Manager - Anne Graney
Produced By : Steve Haggard
Engineer - Randell Merryman Randell also worked on the "Timeless" Album
Genre - Folk Infused with Blues with a dash of Country
Glenn French's new release called "Snowblind" is "The Epitomy" of the Folk music we crave so much. This album will take you
places without even packing your bag, You will loose yourself in the glorious sounds of Glenn's Vocals and a variety of spectacular
Instruments. It is a laid back, easy style that will sweep you away, only to be delighted and suprized when a mando or violin breaks in.
This entire album pulled me back into the days of Don McLean and James Taylor. He has captured a whole world in this one 13 Track
album.
Superlative Accoustic and Electric Guitars are evident throughout "Snowblind". In fact, The mandolin , dobro and harp absolutely
moves this Album over the edge. I thought Glenn French's "Timeless" was an excellent effort. But now hearing this "Snowblind" Album,
I realize that Glenn French has come into his own. His strength put forward in these tracks are simply magnificent. You just couldnt ask
more from the Lyrics. It is a celebration to the ears and I recommend it highly.
I have chosen three tracks to tell you about here. Three tracks out of 13 splendid songs each and everyone. Seems sad. But I am not
meant to write a book. Though I'm sure I could with this album.
Let me start with;
*** Snowblind - The Title track of this album. The intro grabs us immediately with an accoustic guitar and fiddle. Glenns gentle
voice and the Mandolin speaking to our hearts. This is the kind of quality songwriting that gives us the memories to take us throughout
this life. It speaks of how important is it to see what is sometimes, right in front of us, but is missed. To hold on to the people in your life
that are important. Glenn French has mezmerized us with this song. Well Done !!
*** The Last Indian - This song is a huge surprize to both the senses and the lyrics. Beautifully orchestrated ! It touches upon history,
plight and lives of the North American Native People's. Glenn has captured the thoughts and feelings of a nation. This song is done with
a strong sense of the true heart of Folk Genre. You will love the melody.
*I would like to thank Glenn for this brilliant song, it has touched me personally and I know it will effect many others in the same way.*
*** Watch The Wheel - Once again Glenn French has done an unforgettable job. This song is absolutely beautiful. He sings of life's ups and downs. How we can never know what road life will take us on. He is most likely singing about a personal experience, but it touches the listeners own experiences as well. These lyrics are well written and so true. The Instruments used on this track make "Watch The Wheel" timeless. Over and above all this, the guitar resonates softly behind Glenn's vocals and draws the listener in. This song is unforgettable.
Im not sure if it is a flute or some other wood wind instrument that is used on this piece, but it polishes this wonderful song into something spectacular.
Glenn French - Snowblind. 13 songs, 13 tales, a lifetime of joy. We are only what we experience. We take with us only what we learn
from those experiences. Snowblind has done you proud Glenn French. Snowblind has done your fans proud as well. Your Momma is
right. This is a brilliant Album, one of the best. Congratulations !
You can pick up Glenn French's Snowblind Album at www.cdbaby.com
Yours In The Music
Shashona
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