HILLBILLY ROCK MUSIC UPDATE

Lyrically, the songs on the album are relayed very much in story-teller fashion and that’s highlighted in an exemplary way on this particular track. There is a lovely warmth to the sound and the bottom end in particular is very full and rounded. The overall sound of the band is very interesting. ‘Josephine’ keeps up the rock ‘n’ roll undertones and is slightly more up-tempo than the opener. The subtle walking bass lines are very effective and enhance the inherent rock ‘n’ roll feel of the song.īoynton is blessed with the type of voice that is tonally appealing while possessing a lonesome quality that is compelling. It boasts hints of old school country and is set to a slight rock ‘n’ roll rhythm. ‘Mile Marker Blues’ gets things going and is a lazy, mid-tempo laid back rocker. On listening to the album it’s apparent that they succeeded in that regard.Ĭombining Americana, outlaw country and guitar-heavy southern rock into songs that are as rugged as the band's Denver home the band has created a formidable showcase on ‘New Year, Old Me’. “Instead of comparing things to others sound and style, we aimed to make it our own,” he said. He said the songs are mostly based on personal experiences and as a statement of intent the record is a definite step towards the band firmly establishing its sound.

HILLBILLY ROCK MUSIC UPDATE

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