When the first notes of "Bethany's Wood" caress your senses, you know you are going to enjoy this trip to the "Museum". The first full length CD from Woodstock, Georgia singer/songwriter Kevin Carlson launches with this wonderful track reminiscent of the days when folk was ruled by legendary names like Taylor, Stevens, Mitchell, and Fogelberg. This CD delves so much deeper though, with various pop stylings and more current musical influences melding wondrously with Kevin's emotive vocal work and life experience stories. "Miracle" has a subtle edge to it, displaying Kevin's vocal range. "Other Way Around" is a passionate ballad that has a touch of Nashville soul woven with comforting hooks. The whimsical "Little Dang Dog" showcases a humorous side to Kevin's lyric writing and dares you not to tap your toes and sing along with it. Another facet that increases the depth of enjoyment on "Museum" is Kevin's prowess with the 12-string guitar; not showy or flashy but with enough obvious talent to make you notice how it enhances the overall musical mosaic. As the singer/songwriter genre becomes more cluttered by seemingly anyone who thinks they can pick an acoustic guitar and sing, it is refreshing to hear Kevin's well-rounded talent. There are still people who do this not just for their own love of creating music, but to please other music lovers as well. Kevin's "Museum" is pure proof.
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