Thomas
Ewing – The Shadow And The Sound (Independent)
There’s something good going on here, on Thomas
Ewing’s debut record. The Denver, Colorado native takes three separate genres;
folk, blues and earthy alt. rock, and mixes them up in a new and refreshing
way. Each style is given equal prominence and the result is a collection that’s
impossible to pigeonhole or pin-down. Obviously that that won’t stop me trying,
but I thought I should let you know the situation straight from the off.
It’s difficult to draw direct comparisons with any
individual artist or band, though it’s interesting that Ryan Adams’ name comes
up on Ewing’s Facebook page. Adams’ open approach to his recordings is
certainly reflected in Ewing’s music, but there’s no particular sound that
links the pair. The collection begins with the outstanding “Poison in the Water”.
All the base elements are present, the folk imagery and twang, bluesy guitars
and plenty of crunch. It a great start, and Ewing builds on it. “Still (You
Save Me)” rolls out its story, attached to a tune that digs in for the
duration, and “Beauty in the Wait” is delicate, gentle and absolutely lovely.
At less than 30 minutes duration, “The Shadow And The
Sound” seems to end much to quickly, but it does whet the appetite for more of
the same. Hopefully we wont have to wait too long.
Rob F.
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