Cathi's CD Reviews 2-17-08
Bonneville, Ray – “Goin’ By Feel” (Red House) B+Gruff singer/songwriter (originally and periodically from Canada) who writes very nice story-songs along the John Prine line and is the recipient of several awards (Juno, etc.) Lyrics are very expressive and descriptive. Take for example the lyrically expressive “I’m the Big Easy” – descriptors that really populate the character. Adds an easy rhythmic approach to his playing and touches of harmonica and banjo to produce a really satisfying roots disc. Good for all mixes.
Gilkyson, Eliza – “Your Town Tonight” (Red House) B
Sultry folk songstress and story teller – Lots of topical protests and stories all sung with a warm vocal and usually sad chording. Thoughtful and some smiles. Nice folk disc. Most good for morning mix.
Sheffield, Bill – “Gotta Gig, Gotta Go (American Roots) B+
Slide player/good picker who went back to his love –playing music. He’s put out some very nice folk-slide blues records, each one getting a bit more rocky in turn, though he throws in his country humor sometimes on tunes like “After the Rapture” (even a mid-tune recital sentence). Most tunes a bit on the upside for morning mix, but certainly entertaining. Nice disc.
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