With banjo, trumpet, saxophone, marimba, angelic female voices, and a host of friends sitting in to contribute to the vision of the project. Tim Brown & Friends strikes some chords that don't always get onto rock tracks now-a-days. A deep sensibility and taste for classic rock, garnished by a gnarly accentuation of the eccentric pervades the tracks from start to finish.
Early listeners have given feedback, and some highlights include "Dingledodies' Paradise" an oddly David Bowieish/T-Rexish slant that is almost a children's ballad save for some sophisticated ornamentation by oboe and banjo (bordering on sitar.)
"Electrocutie & the Alien Godz" is as weird as it sounds but not long, and provides an outlet for the artist's weirdness, well maintaining a strong pop hook.
"Slow Down" brings in Robert Leo Newton from the band Blood Root Mother to give an endearing banjo line and melody that catches the ear and gives a good vibe.
"The Matadors" reaps some of the benefits of influence by Leonard Cohen, or Bob Dylan, but doesn't shy away from layers with a indulgently sweet harmony, fresh strange electricity in the guitar, and a saxophonist that steals the show a bit.
Throw in an "Amazing Grace/Break On Through by the Doors" medley, a bit of Hip Hop "Courtesy Posse" that pokes fun well transcending the genre as well in moments.
Live shows include a heavy blues influence that was present but not dominant on the album, and yes, banjo.
Gotta love the banjo.
Thanks,
Tim
'Tim Brown and Friends' is out as of June 15th, and can be purchased at the following spots:
Purchase it now at
http://timbrown.bandcamp.com
on Itunes:
http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/tim-brown-friends/id444252680?uo=4
Or to buy a physical copy:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/timbrown1
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