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Just Feels Good, Stoney Creek Records (Thompson Square)
Thompson Square, the American Country hot duo couple, have won several prestigious awards making their work stand out, and are still on the way to making more, with their new album “Just Feels Good.”The first song on this album “Everything I Shouldn’t be Thinking About” just makes you FEEL GOOD as the album names says. This fast paced, flirty song clearly makes these two seem as perfect as they look together, adding some flare, fun, and joy. It’s a great song to start off the album with and emphasizes what this album is meant to make their listeners and fans feel.“That’s So Me and You,” started off with very beautiful guitar picking foreshadowing how the rest of the song will sound. The built up of this song was just right, not too loud or soft, really making each of their voices distinct. The harmonies are catchy and refreshing really making you feel the lyrics and the melody of the song. |
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The Living Room Sessions (B.J. Thomas) Best known for his groundbreaking hits in the 1960s and the 1970s, BJ Thomas hits the music scene with his new album “The Living Room Sessions.” The album will feature acoustic versions of his countless classic hits including “Hooked On A Feeling,” “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head,” “Eyes Of A New York Woman,” “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “(Hey Won’t You Play) Another Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song” and many more of his chart-topping jams.Not only is this album an intimate and personal look into Thomas’ old hits, he decided to bring a few friends along for the ride. “The Living Room Sessions” showcases the talents of Vince Gill, Lyle Lovett, Sara Niemietz, Keb’ Mo’, Isaac Slade of The Fray, Richard Marx, Steve Tyrell and other gifted artists.The truly mournful sound of “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry” with Isaac Slade pays tribute to the original by Hank Williams Sr. With the lyrics, “And as I wonder where you are/I’m so lonesome I could cry,” listeners will wonder why Thomas and Slade have not teamed up before for such a genuine and heartfelt performance. |
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Like a Rose (Ashley Monroe) The 26-year-old artist Ashley Monroe has been making music for half of her life, and with the release of her new album “Like a Rose,” county fans will get a chance to hear what she’s got.The first song on the album titled “Like A Rose” is a song about difficult loss and pain, but even through the struggles the girl in the song turns out to be ok.This song is especially touching when the fact that Monroe actually lost her father at a very young age is taken into consideration. Her voice immediately stands out as unique. It is smooth an elegant, and combined with the heart felt lyrics, “Like A Rose” makes for a refreshingly different, almost classic sounding country song.“Two Weeks Late” changes gears and shows more of a light hearted side of Monroe. Again her voice pops out from the track. The steel guitar and laid back drum groove create a relaxing vibe that compliments Monroe’s soft, attractive voice.“Used” moves away from the old timey sound that Monroe does so well and employs a more modern sound. Monroe proves that her voice sounds good in both classic and contemporary music with this track. |
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Red, White, Beautiful (Kaley Caperton) Kaley Caperton is a new country artist who has been playing and singing since age 8. Her new single, “Red, White and Beautiful,” is a patriotic declaration of liberty and freedom. The song is a real American treasure that reminds us that we live in a nation where we can become whatever we want be. The lyrics are moving and uplifting, though not corny like some patriotic songs. She makes it clear that in all fifty states, America gives one the opportunity to prove the “nay-sayers” wrong and give his/her supporters something to be proud of. Not only is it a great listen, but it also gives listeners a chance to make a difference. Most of the proceeds from the song go to the National Guard Youth Foundation, benefiting kids in the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. The program is available for supporting kids that have dropped out of school and want a second chance. |
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New Hometown (Connor Christian & Southern Gothic)
Connor Christian & Southern Gothic’s “New Hometown” is a winded album with 18 tracks, but “New Hometown” seems to reinforce the notion that more isn’t always better.“New Hometown” attempts to blend what sounds like southern rock, gospel and country into a cohesive album. It’s hard to put a label on exactly what feel the album takes on. This can often be a good thing, meaning an album has diversity or mixes genres well, but in the case of “New Hometown,” the components don’t quite come together.There is no lack of musical talent within the album. Christian’s voice has a raspy quality that fits well into most of the songs. The hoarse tone adds emotion the louder Christian sings, and is refreshing to hear from the type of music played on the album.The musicianship is also one of the better elements of the album. Songs like “Fiddler” display some truly exceptional skills. The band has no lack of talent, which makes it difficult to believe that on an album with 18 tracks, very few are actually good songs.“When I’m Gone” deserves to be mentioned. Christian sings the heck out of this song. This song is so good in fact that it doesn’t feel like it belongs on the album. |
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