DON MCCLOSKEY: Northern Liberties

Don McCloskey

Northern Liberties

© 2007 Don McCloskey (837101314497) (format: CD-R)

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Acoustic punk-rock hip-hop for folkies who like rocking non-stop on their focken glockenspiel.

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Don McCloskey is a singer songwriter from Bristol, Pennsylvania who draws inspiration from folk singers, MCs, TV Evangelists, conmen and junk mail. His fearless creativity in experimenting with form and lyrical content has earned him mainstream radio play, national touring spots and a dedicated fan base across the country while remaining completely independent. Here he releases his second full-length album Northern Liberties from his indie record label Lemon Hill Records.

Recorded over a three-month period in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia, Northern Liberties marks a welcome departure and growth from McCloskey's debut, Bombs Over Bristol. Teaming up with engineer, co-producer and musician Tom Spiker, McCloskey replaces the sampled and overdubbed digital landscape of Bombs with the stripped down organic grooves provided by a powerful four-piece acoustic punk band. Former Bad Brains drummer Chuck Treece delivers a powerful performance that perfectly accompanies McCloskey's chugging acoustic guitars and rapid-fire lyrical delivery. Tom Spiker plays double duty, laying down both the rock-solid bass lines and a tapestry of textured electric guitars. The foursome is rounded off by keyboardist, George Hazelrigg, who adds color and space to the second half of the album. The overall effect of the new band is a lean, raw environment that breaths life and power into McCloskey's lyrically dense folk-hop-punk songs.

Philadelphia's G. Love makes a welcome cameo on Northern Liberties, both co-producing and providing a searing harmonica solo on the opening track, The Beautiful Girl In the Beautiful Car. As a whole, McCloskey's follow up is a bold step forward as songwriter, performer and producer.

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  • no catchy title from me. that's why i'm a 4th grade teacher in the hood
    author: tallmisterc

    Don makes music to think about and laugh at. support a true talent

  • It's Big D! No focking doubt about it!
    author: Green

    The infinite D is a breathe of fresh air to a stale music industry. This album has something for everyone. The D has mad skills and this album puts them on display. Catch him live to experience the true D in full effect. Great Album! Thank you B

  • focking sweet tunes
    author: utah fake

    An excellent mixture of a vast array of styles. Poignant and precise, yet loose and cocky. Truly enjoyable.

  • AMAZING
    author: corey

    i loved this cd through and through... don is at his best and needs to just run with what he's got!

  • Sweet CD!
    author: Julio F. Morin

    Don McCloskey invigorates my soul and rejuvanates my hope for new and exciting music. Hooray for Don!!!

  • Which Way Did He Go?
    author: TDQ

    Political and comedic---awesome beats and baselines---philosophy meets the common human---definitely buy---love to see a live performance!

  • author: Arianna

    Sooo happy northern liberties is as awesome as it is. What's even cooler is that I grew up just across the river from Birst-AL so I can't wait to go to a hometown show!

  • Rocking the Gloc Non-Stop..... He did it again....
    author: Miami Bumps Big D

    Northern Liberties is truly amazing... Dropping knowledge while making the people move...Pop the Bristal bottles....2007 is the year of the D.

  • Awesome!!!
    author: Sarah and Bret

    This CD rocks. with its funky, creative beats! Big D is a lyrical genius!

  • Big-D hits it out of the park
    author: Almur in J-ville

    This CD is for anyone who enjoy's creative and artistic talent. It combines many music styles and smart lyrics. It follows bombs over bristol very well. Buy it, hear it, love it!

  • This Just In...This CD Rocks!
    author: Big Fans of Big D

    Gave the whole CD listen this weekend and absolutely loved all of it! Have been hearing This Just In on WMMR and can't wait to start hearing more of what this CD has to offer. Looking forward to the next chance to catch the live show!

  • Don Has The Eyes Of a STAR
    author: Suzanne Veronica

    From one Artist to another, Wonderful CD, my favorite is "This Just In" much SUCCESS!!! :) Suzanne Veronica

  • BEA-utiful
    author: TD

    This CD is great from beginning to end. It has everything you need from slow songs to rockin songs. Two thumbs up!

  • INTOXICATING!!! love it.
    author: bob roshong

    its different,I hope to hear more from him.Its my favorite new CD.

  • Wonderful
    author: CJM

    From the soap box stage at PJ Ryan's to his second CD, I just cant get enough of Big D. Love the new album, the arrangement / progression of songs is perfect.

  • Brilliant
    author: KS

    Incredible. The only song I needed to hear before buying said Cd was "This Just In" and I was even more impressed by the rest of the album. I am definitely going to buy his first one. Many thanks to Jaxon from WMMR for playing Don on the radio.

  • Fuck me in the ear in the awesome.
    author: D-money Mahoney

    Don McCloskey can totally have my babies in a completely non- homosexual way. Think of G-love and Bob Dylan making love with a skoosh of pot and some Yuengling.

  • Who knew it could get better than the King Of Discount Ho's?
    author: K. Mero

    I don't know what I expected, but I am not disappointed. Bombs Over Bristol was excellent but I think Northern Liberties may actually be better. I didn't expect that to happen. I'm glad you were out of copies of Bombs Over Bristol, or I probably would have waited or not bought this at all.....Thank you.

  • AMAZING
    author: Don McCloskey "Northern Liberties

    This cd is great. his live show is amazing, and is a great follow up and companion to bombs over bristol. represent bucks county. Rock On Don, Straight Outta Newtown

  • Saaaaweeeet!!!
    author: Tom Annese

    Don has really progressed on this album. I am just glad that I will be able to say I knew him before he got big and started dating movie stars. Word UP Big D!!!!!!!!!!

  • Top Notch effort - even better when you see him live.
    author: Heuisler

    CD is an excellen follow up to his first album - Bombs Over Bristol. Diverse mix of songs that showcase D's talent. Rock on.

  • great CD
    author: Jimmy Glanzmann

    Well done on this one pal.

  • best shit i've ever heard
    author: staggerwang

    this is the bestest cd ever. in all of bristol. no. all the world. oh and my girlfriend thinks your f-ing hot.

  • So cool he makes Fonzy look like Henry Winkler
    author: Phillystang

    Buy this cd!!! Grab a 6 pack of Yuengling, pop in this cd and get ready for an awesome evening. My ipod's gonna have Big D permanently burned on the screen I play this cd so much!!

  • Take Your Pants Off
    author: Chris Bosch

    Don, this CD took me back...all the way back to the days of Algonquin jaundice.

  • A little story about the Etymology
    author: MC to the F

    Recently I was hanging out with my father, who is also a fan of The D, and he actually came up with the word "bitchener"... which in essence is to say "more bitchin' than".... well, this CD is "bitchener" than any cd I have heard since Bombs Over Bristol. Period.

  • Big D blew-up my iPod!
    author: Fool Circle

    It's the return of the Freak Emcee! Big D does it once again - showcasing all sides of his personality. There are fast tunes, slow tunes, tunes from the heart, and wit from off the tongue. Do feel like you need another spanking from Mr. McCloskey? Then go ahead and pick up Northern Liberties NOW!

  • something for everyone
    author: DKE

    finally, the return of the freak emcee-- Don's sophomore effort is just awesome, an exceptional, diverse collection of songs highlighting Don's musical influences and, of course, his top notch songwriting abilities. His wit, charm and supreme power of observation of the craziness of everyday life are transparent and available to all listeners. To sum: buy it. Buy it now. You'll shake your hips and think at the same time. Rare in today's music.

  • musical treat
    author: Drew

    I have only seen Don twice in person and his live show is unreal, but this album shows his songwriting and musical talent. When is he in NYC again?

  • Northern Liberties and Musical Companion...
    author: bm

    i've had the pleasure of watching don grow musically for the past 15 yrs. - and at no other time have I witnessed such a bold move fwd. this album showcases amazing maturity, cleverness and excitement - all of which are widely missing from most modern day music. something for everyone...an eclectic rollercoaster ride (I didn't rip that off Austin Scaggs or Peter Fricke)... pick up this album or continue on with your unsatisfied, spoon-fed existences.

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