Those that know me know that I have an eclectic taste in music, but also know that folk/country/blues is my favourite kind of music. Bob Dylan for example is my hero. Well I think I have just come across the best album I’ve ever heard on first listening alone, ever! I don’t think I’m going to be able to put it down in writing how good this album is so I will take a snippet from what Mojo magazine said.“They charm like a snake oil salesmen in a 19th-century medicine show; they stomp the boards like spirit-filled preachers; they close their eyes when they croon their imperfect (and therefore paradoxically perfect) Catskill Mountain harmonies; they smile wickedly when they drop into a groove; they bring a little bit of that front porch feeling with them wherever they go…..and their all the more golden and beautiful for it.”
Once you get past the ‘God, he don’t arf sound like Dylan’ and just listen to the songs you realize what a great great debut album this is.
So good in fact I have just ordered the limited edition vinyl which cost £13.00 and I have only £18 in the bank with hardly any food in the cupboards but I have to have it. Sounding something like Dylan at his sarcastic best, Townes van zandt at his most tragic and some say early raw Springsteen, their slightly off key singing, the simple production, these guys are born in the wrong century. For a debut album to be this good makes you wonder what can they do after this? I can hardly wait to find out!!
Attached are two tracks from ‘TONIGHT AT THE ARIZONA‘ are the excellent ‘Ballad of Lou the welterweight’ and ‘Going going gone’ I hope everyone loves this band as much as I do and if you do buy it here or buy it from your local independent record store. Enjoy.
I’ve been listening to Joshua James for quite some time now but really was unsure if I liked his music. It wasn’t until Olly posted him on the Ray Forum page that I revisited his profile and music again.
His debut album, The Sun Is Always Brighter, has quickly become permanent on my CD player rotation. He is a 24 year old singer/songwriter that has been making music for about four years now. He is fairly new to the music world but you wouldn’t know it after listening to his songs. I think my reluctness to embrace him had a lot to do with his whispery vocals. At first he reminded me of Josh Radin and in my opinion there really was only room for one whispery vocalist. I have to admit that although he sings with a soft voice you can hear the infliction of emotion in it. It’s safe to say that I’ve changed my opinion and there is now room for two.I want to officially take back my comment posted on the Ray Forum page, “You know how it is, everyone now a days is a singer song writer, it’s tough to really find that gem.” I think he is on his way in becoming a gem and one to definitely look out for. Olly, thanks for posting about him again, I would have overlooked him if it wasn’t for your post. He truly is a good story teller.
Download:Joshua JamesTracks:01: FM Radio02: Lord, Devil, and Him03: Tell My Pa
Big big Swell Season fan here as my fellow Crazy Dreamers know. I have the lovely Trini to thank for introducing me to them last year from a link she posted in the Ray LaMontagne forum.It was love at first listen. I was fortunate enough to see them perform twice, both times opening for Damien Rice back in December 06. They just blew me away….simple and beautifully haunting melodies.
For those who don’t know, Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova (aka “The Swell Season”) are the stars of the movie “Once” and bring their stunning songs to the big screen. It is a wonderful movie….so if you have not seen it, I highly recommend that you do. Recently listened to their performance on KCRW Morning Becomes Eclectic which was recorded on July 31, 2007. You can listen to the stream and watch video of the performance here. Click that link to also watch a video ofan exclusive post-broadcast cover of Glen singing “Into the Mystic” by Van Morrison.
I know, I know, I know this isn’t “new” artist stuff but I have to give Mr. Ben Harper a plug on here. I saw him a few months ago in his home town and was absolutely floored by his new song “Lifeline”, well let’s just say I was in tears. I’ve posted a a video of the song below. Haven’t found an MP3 as of yet, however I have put in my order for the new CD/DVD combo. They have a pre-sale going on at the moment. I usually like to wait and shop at my local indie shop but I really wanted the extras that came along with the pre-sale.
LIMITED TIME PRE-SALE OFFER!!!
“LIFELINE” IS OUT AUGUST 28th!Pre-order and we’ll e-mail you a code to download an exclusive 5-track live solo acoustic EP when your order ships!
I am truly on a mission this year to find great female vocalist. I feel that that the representation of women in the music pool is lacking at the moment. The last time I could remember wanting to see a female performer was Rachel Yamagata, which by the way I can’t wait for her upcoming album, that’ll be on my next post. But for every Rachel, Feist, A Fine Frenzy that actually makes it, there are hundreds of other vocalist out there who don’t but are just as talented as as the rest.In my quest to find the great ones, I’ll start with a good find, Jaymay, she’s been in the “Folk” scene in NY for some time now and it wasn’t till I heard “You Are the Only One I Love” that I actually took an interest. She’s been compared by a lot of bloggers out there to the likes of Regina Spektor. I’m interested to see what you all think of her.
Referi : There is no I understand that you need to discuss all,
but it is impossible to create that that like a forum or
at least a photo to add ато the text simply not interestingly
looks and it would not be desirable to read at all?!
referi : There is no I understand that you need to discuss all,
but it is impossible to create that that like a forum or
at least a photo to add ато the text simply not interestingly
looks and it would not be desirable to read at all?!
All audio posted on this site is meant for sampling purposes only. If you really like what you hear, show it and support the artist - buy an album, buy some merch, got to a show. If you represent or own any media on this site and would like something taken down please email us, and we will take the necessary action of removing the file(s). Please contact us at 5crazydreamers@gmail.com with any comments, concerns or feedback and suggestions.
Those that know me know that I have an eclectic taste in music, but also know that folk/country/blues is my favourite kind of music. Bob Dylan for example is my hero. Well I think I have just come across the best album I’ve ever heard on first listening alone, ever! I don’t think I’m going to be able to put it down in writing how good this album is so I will take a snippet from what Mojo magazine said.“They charm like a snake oil salesmen in a 19th-century medicine show; they stomp the boards like spirit-filled preachers; they close their eyes when they croon their imperfect (and therefore paradoxically perfect) Catskill Mountain harmonies; they smile wickedly when they drop into a groove; they bring a little bit of that front porch feeling with them wherever they go…..and their all the more golden and beautiful for it.”
Recent Comments