Bonnie & Taylor Sims
Self-Released, 2023
8/10
Listen to Bonnie & Taylor Sims
It’s been a busy few years for Bonnie and Taylor Sims, whose distinct version of Americana is making them fans across the globe, and these songs about our constantly changing world pack much grit and melody into the record.
“The Devil And The Deep Blue Sea” opens the affair with warm acoustic guitar and Bonnie’s pretty, soaring pipes populating the crisp, roots rocker, and “Liza” follows with a mandolin and guitar duet that illustrates the power behind Bonnie’s pipes amid much emotion.
Halfway through, “Texas Again” flows with folk influences that allow Taylor’s expressive voice to shine, while “I Am A Woman” emits playful drumming alongside the plugged in guitar and firm singing, as the pair enter more rugged area of their formula.
Nearing the end, the warm and radiant “Levelland” is a lush album highlight of country spirited poeticism, and “Lay Yourself To Sleep” exits with a stirring dreaminess that’s soft and mesmerizing.
A listen with plenty of harmonies and a striking, soulful quality, the bond the Sims share in life and music is extraordinary, as evidenced by this memorable and captivating effort.
Travels well with: Shadwick Wilde- Forever Home; Calling Cadence- Calling Cadence