Tag Archives: acoustic

PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO – ConneXion

March 16, 2020

Peppino D’Agostino 2020 “X” marking the spot, Sicilian axeman’s exquisite pieces seek out a route to one psyche. It’s telling that, decades after his crossing the Atlantic, Peppino D’Agostino is still perceived as Italian musician, because European classical tradition still … Continue reading →

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DON DOKKEN – Solitary

February 14, 2020

Dokken 2008 / Deadline 2020 Breaking a metal chain, the original dream warrior bares his ballad-ridden underbelly. Having a vehicle bearing one’s name can be both liberating and limiting: it’s a dichotomy this singer fully experienced when his ensemble went … Continue reading →

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THE ATARIS – Hang Your Head In Hope

November 6, 2019

Kristopher Roe 2011 / Kung Fu 2019 Subtitled “The Acoustic Sessions” and stripping punk riffs off fun favorites and previously unaired pieces, here’s a comprehensive overview of Kris Roe’s naked nerve. It’s not only the difference between acoustic and electric … Continue reading →

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PAUL BRETT – Songs From The Compleat Angler

March 22, 2019

Paul Brett 2009 Calm, quiet and innocent: an old-time manual on pastoral existence brought to life by British guitarist. Since 1653, when it was first published, “The Compleat Angler” has been out of print only once – only the Bible … Continue reading →

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PAUL BRETT – Suite Viator 12

January 14, 2019

Viral Discs 2017 Have guitar, will travel: British veteran goes beyond mere demonstration of his handiwork’s unlimited abilities. “Viator” means “traveler” – and travel is what Paul Brett has been doing for decades, in both geographical and music terms; it … Continue reading →

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