great stuff
author: Tommy Raniszewski
Never heard of Tom before getting a copy of Rise. Great stuff! very well done, a CD well worth having. Can't wait to hear what's next.
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Good self-produced debut
author: JIMJMD
If you like great guitar licks and soulfully engaging lyrics, Tom Goss is someone to watch for in years to come. This is Tom's self-produced, labor love CD...that first one where you hope in the middle of the process, something great happens. Tom's a well-studied musician who comes across as a throwback to the days when artists took risks and wrote songs from their hearts, not by corporate memo or packaging. As both a singer and a musician, he's done a capable job here of launching his body of work. With some more performances under his belt and a bit more "road wisdom" to gleam from, I imagine Tom will go far!
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Introspective music perfectly fitted to fall / winter season.
author: KMW
Certainly a buy it Now!! Straight forward guitar interwoven with intricate bass lines exploring personal issues we all have pondered at one time or another. Not gimmicky in any way, but every so often a delightful hook or choral line will pop in. Reminds me of early Simon and Garfunkel not in a musical way, but in it's grounding in reality. Some tunes could have better production values, but overall a great first effort!
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Really interesting and insightful music
author: tapiocaman
Tom Goss' first CD is great. Songs are varied in terms of subject and style, but always insightful, and emotionally touching. He has an easy voice to listen to, and has a compelling sense of rhythm. His sense of self draws you in. Can't wait for the next CD from this up and coming talent.
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