But, now that I have a few minutes not being filled by notecards about various subjects, here's a post for you guys!
I found this album walking down Bruin Walk. A stand was selling CDs for a quarter each. I couldn't just walk past it! So, I bought "Blind Man's Hill" along with two other albums. This is by far the strongest. And perhaps the biggest reason I love this album is that it represents a genre that is sorely under-heard lately.
That would be down home, southern rock.
Now, to those of you who just began to freak out because you associate the above phrase with country music, don't fear. "Blind Man's Hill" is not a country album. There is none of the trademark twang that signals a country tune.
The music is solid and simple, featuring guitars, percussion, some organ, and the occasional saxophone feature, which I always love. In addition, the music is varied. Each melody has something unique to bring to the table, a quality in music that is greatly under-appreciated, in my opinion.
There are light and happy songs. There are dark songs. There are uplifting and almost ethereal songs. This band has it all, and they definitely execute it all with flying colors.
As the final cherry on top of this multifaceted musical sundae, the frontman has a wonderful voice. It's pure, without any glittery auto-tune. The guy has a presence, and he gives the listener the impression that he's well-acquainted with all the world has to offer.
This genre might be greeted with skepticism if it's grouped with country. I really hope it isn't, because I had never heard of this band in my life before picking the CD up (based completely on its album artwork, I confess). I can't believe they haven't made more of a name for themselves, and all I can say is I hope they continue to make more great music.
My three favorite songs are: "Honey Bee," "Devil On Me," and "Lasting Hymn."
Here's a link to their Myspace.
http://www.myspace.com/thebridgebaltimore
Until next time,
Andrew
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