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“He’s Good.” – Charlie Parr
“You know I don’t ever do this…but let me get that glass of whiskey for ya – you’re good” – Storied First Avenue Bartender Luke Callen, a laconic singer songwriter whose third release, ‘Also Going Nowhere’ is a mighty fine listen. Take a pinch of John Prine, add some Ian Noe and the merest hint of Ramsey Midwood, then stir in a swell band and you have a fine blend which is just perfect for listening to on a lazy sunny day. All 11 songs on the album allow Callen to stake a claim to be a successor to the above named acts whether he is singing about rural idylls or blood stained history. ‘Clementine‘ is a wonderful portrait of coal mining in North Minnesota and ‘Lake Street Hustle’ is a vivid capture of the perils of drug deals going wrong. Relax with the soothing groove of ‘Fishing Song’ and prepare to be delighted by the boho road trip which is ‘Wolves Of New York’. – Americana UK |
