Campbell +
Green – East (Roca Music)
Canadian husband and wife duo Robert Campbell and
Cailin Green relocated eastward from British Columbia to the Maritime province
of Nova Scotia in the spring of 2012, and it was that move that provided much
of the inspiration for their new collection of songs, which they’ve
unsurprisingly entitled “East”.
The talented duo contribute to both the writing and
vocals, and accompany their songs on guitar and keyboards. Here they’re joined
by the experienced rhythm section of Jamie Gatti (bass) and Adam Dowling
(drums), who add considerably to the listening experience, adding depth and
drive to the couple’s upbeat songs. Indeed, the warmth of the group production,
when coupled with Campbell and Green’s natural joie de vivre makes “East” a
pleasure to listen to throughout its nine tracks.
Folk, pop, country, blues and jazz all play their
part in the album’s make-up, and provide plenty of auditory variety. Both
voices are high in the mix, placing emphasis on the songs. They begin with
“Life Is a Beautiful Thing”, which sets out their agenda from the off, and
Green’s vocal provides a perfect vehicle for the sentiments set out. It makes a
genuine statement and their enthusiasm is infectious.
“Fish in the Sea” is a
love song with plenty of their newfound marine imagery to propel the lyrics
along. “Coyote” could’ve been written at the
birth of the 1970s and wouldn’t have sounded out of place on an early Geffen
Records sampler, and “Million Years” finds Green
again in fine voice, singing over rhythms that may well have originated in
Brazil.
Tony S.
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