Justin Jordan a soulful singer is based out of Montclair, New Jersey yet his vocals and musical technique are touched by Nashville. Justin plays guitars, Dobro, mandolin and is the lead singer and main songwriter on Desert of Dreams. Jordan writes reflective lyrics about life that are woven into well-constructed instrumentals. Justin’s core band members have a list of impressive credentials and they are tight. Justin’s music echoes many classic rockers such as Mark Knopfler, Dylan and the Band yet his songs are both modern and original. Jordan has deep, smooth almost smoky vocals that work well on this country rock collection. ‘Hearts & Violins’ is foot tapping good fun with its high-energy fiddle, banjos and a catchy hook line. ‘County Life’ is a very visual song accented with the violin, the mandolin and good acoustic guitar work. ‘Kid Keegan’ is a wonderful upbeat instrumental that beautifully blends county and rock in a spirited song.
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