Daydream
Self-Released, 2025
8/10
The multi-instrumentalists Sol Chase, Everett Wren, David Rabinowicz and Taylor Turner, i.e. Big Love Car Wash, blend their bluegrass, folk, jazz, Celtic and rock ways via these 16 adventurous songs.
The cozy and warm spirit of “Dream Journal” starts with intimate fiddle and flowing mandolin alongside the poetic singing, and “Janna (She’s Still At Sea)” follows with Turner’s strategic bass suiting the meticulous strings and emotive presence.
Further along, “I Won’t Write Murder Ballads” comes with both intimacy and richness thanks to the smooth vocals and heartfelt instrumentation, while “Silver Linging” rumbles a bit thanks to Rabinowicz’s intricate keys, before building into dense, rock territory.
Arriving closer to the end, “If Everything Were Free” allows for Chase’s soaring mandolin and Wren’s fiddle to shine in the lush album highlight, and “21st Century Telegraph” exits with much beauty and sophistication thanks to the thoughtful and timeless, organic songwriting.
The combined talents of these artists makes for a very well crafted effort that creates their own version of Americana that’s easy to relate to and enjoy.
Travels well with: Everett Wren- Cascades; Carolyn Kendrick- Each Machine