The Falcon Ate The Flower
Clean Livin’, 2023
9/10
Listen to The Falcon Ate The Flower
The always impressive singer-songwriter and guitarist Lee Gallagher brings his diverse vision and inimitable voice to these 10 timeless tracks that welcome Will Scott, Steve Mertens, Jonny Niemann and Scarlet Rivera to the listen.
“Planes” begins the listen with a distinct dreaminess, where a nostalgic appeal is paired with Gallagher’s warm voice, and “Peregrine Fly” follows with Rivera’s stirring violin complementing the raw, emotive singing of the intimate landscape.
Further along, “Haymaker” uses the soft acoustic guitar and Scott’s agile drumming amid the classic rock spirit, while “The Mission” is a bit more firm and jangly thanks to the breezy meldodies.
Close to the end, “Can Anyone See Me?” uses crisp drums and Mertens’ well timed bass for a hint of psychedelia, and “Remember When” employs Niemann’s flowing keys that add much atmosphere to the cautious, mesmerizing finish.
Gallagher is well versed in blues, roots, Americana and psyche-rock ideas, and it’s all presented here via the creative and passionate artistry we’ve come to expect from him.
Travels well with: Aaron Skiles- Whistle Past The Grave; Nick Justice- Stranger In My Town