They’re Coming For Me
Hi-Style, 2019
8/10
Listen to They’re Coming For Me
A Chicago raised artist who is also a stage and film actor, Jake La Botz delivers engaging storytelling on this multifaceted listen of sophisticated, mature texturing.
“They’re Coming For Me” starts the listen expressive and rhythmic with La Botz’s fluid pipes and unique version of Americana, and “Johnnybag The Superglue” follows with a playful and upbeat delivery of blues with extremely meticulous guitar work.
In the middle, “Snow Angel” finds a reflective and warm place to reside, while “Hey Bigfoot” recruits bright keys on a funk rock gem. “Grace Of The Leaves”, one of the album’s best, then trims the volume back to a heartfelt acoustic tune with a waltz appeal.
Near the end, “Are We Saying Goodbye?” offers a bare but powerful moment, and “Shaken And Taken” ends the listen loud and festive on the gospel flavored exit.
Now nearing the 10 album mark, La Botz has lived a life colorful enough for 2 people, and his music takes a similar approach with layers that embrace folk, gospel, country and blues amid his inimitable Americana formula.
Travels well with: Buddy & Julie Miller- Breakdown On 20th Ave. South; JD McPherson- Undivided Heart & Soul