CD Review from Metronome Magazine March 2009 Ken Macy "Three" 5- Song EP Written by Douglas Sloan of Metronome Magazine This is a really great sounding 5-song sampler from newcomer, guitarist-singer Ken Macy First and foremost, Macy exhibits a superb guitar tone that features a distinctive growl. That combined with his convincing vocals makes Macy a blues-rock powerhouse. On Macy's new release, Three, drummer Kevin Haverty does a fine job of keeping the song grounded while saxophonist Dave Kurdzionak turns in a rousing performance on the upbeat track "Queen-Bee". Popular in the Fitchburg area and in Connecticut, Macy is a welcomed treat to this critics ears. Outstanding!

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CD Ken Macy – Three By Mary Ouellette Central MA based singer/songwriter Ken Macy returns with his new EP, proving the old adage that good things do indeed come in threes. Three, his new five-song EP, is the perfect blend of 70s infused rock and modern day blues and is capped off perfectly by Macy’s soulful vocals. With so much talent, it may be surprising to learn that he’s only in his twenties. In a time when the music industry is saturated with pretenders and wannabes, Macy’s sound stands strong and it’s evident that he’s not trying to emulate anyone but himself. His identity shines throughout the EP as each song takes on a life of its own. Each one offers up something a little different while maintaining the Macy magic. Macy chose the path of a solo artist to focus on writing great songs. “I wanted to keep writing more and bettering my songwriting craft,” he said. The songs on his Three EP are proof positive of his efforts. “The most important element in writing a song is being able to relate with yourself and your audience,” said Macy. “If you write about something that’s not true to you or that doesn’t really relate to you, it’s difficult to relate that idea to your audience and have them buy into it. I feel that your most honest work is your best work.” It’s that raw honesty that leads the way through the five songs on the EP. Lyrically, the songs take the listener on a magical ride from basic love song (“Let it Shine” ) to the trials and tribulations of being in a relationship (“Out Of My Life”) and the dreaded breakup song (“Talking In My Sleep”). A virtual mirror of Macy’s soul, this trio of songs is heartfelt and catchy from start to finish. Although the EP starts out as a soul-searching mission from love found to love lost, it ends with a bang with the last two tracks. Arguably the best tune of the bunch is “Queen Bee.” It’s a very upbeat song with a beautiful saxophone arrangement that tells about the virtues of a strong woman who knows what she wants and how to get it. Let’s face it, what’s not to like about that? The EP ends on one of its highest notes with the song “Brand New Day,” a bluesy-based mellow song in which Macy reflects on life as a whole. “I wrote this one reflecting how I feel about life ~ look ahead, enjoy every day and make the most of what you have,” he said. “It’s about leaving the past behind you and looking forward to the future.” So what does the future hold for Ken Macy? His personal aim is to “keep on doing what I’m doing ~ writing songs people enjoy, making the music I love and to put on the best live show I can.” It’s hard to argue with that. Great songwriters are a dying breed. But with talent like Ken Macy, there’s great hope for the future. With a healthy touring schedule that spans throughout Central, MA, be sure to catch Ken Macy live at one of his upcoming performances and pick up a copy of his new EP! You can check out all of his upcoming dates and more info about Ken on his MySpace page at www.myspace.com/kenmacy or visit www.cdbaby.com/cd/kenmacy3 to purchase the Three EP online.

Rootstime Radio Review-Belgium August 2008 Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Ken Macy from Westminster MA USA has two full cd's to his name:" Beginnings" in 2002 and "What If... in 2006". Now two years later there is the new CD, that is titled "Three". No full CD however this time but consisting an E. P. of five songs. His music is a mix of different styles, going by rock over funk to blues, with a proper and strong voice. Ken recently won two Worcester Music Awards, "Best album 2008", For his previous CD release "What If..." and "Best Blues/R&B act 2008"". How does he sound? Hes a cross between Tom Petty, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Bob Dylan, Allman Brothers, Black Crowes, James Brown & Van Morrison. Here is my breakdown of the EP. "Let it Shine" opens sturdy, a number that comes close to Black Crowes and in the neighborhood of the Rolling Stones with a nice riff and a slide guitar solo in the middle. "Out Or My Life" is a controlled slow song, with a bluesy song line, a real beautiful song! "Talking In My Sleep" is similar in style, but is by far my favorite, a song with a strong hook, beautiful guitar work and with a lovely vocal arrangement. The light funky "Queen Bee" with the saxophone of Dave Kurdzionak brings a fun/upbeat dance rhythm to it, while "Brand New Day", a ballad with modest guitar contribution. It has the influence of a slow Hendrix song, similar to "Wind Cries Mary" or "Burning The Midnight Lamp ". With E.P.'s in general , I do no care for them that much; they seem incomplete, but what Ken Macy did with these "Three" songs here it seems more complete then most E.P's I hear. A full CD of this caliber and we are totally satisfied! (RON- Rootstime Belgium August 2008)