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Backstreet, 2024
10/10
The Niagara Fall singer-songwriter Even Rotella returns with a sophomore album, where much introspection enters the acoustic fueled folk songs.
The title track starts with warm harmonica and Rotella’s poetic voice that emits a heartfelt mood of relatable story telling and cozy guitar, and “Maryanne” follows with gorgeous guitar progressions and a swirling folk melody.
“Run Away” and “My Hometown” arrive in the middle. The former is full of eloquent wordplay that showcases Rotella’s distinct and memorable voice that carries a hint of grit, while the latter is a soft and intimate moment of beauty and reflection.
The sincere record exits with “One For The Road”, where the meticulous guitar is met with Rotella’s authentic and touching wordplay.
You’ll hear traces of greats like Springsteen and Dylan in Rotella’s work, and these 7 excellent songs are a must for anyone with an interest in modern folk sounds.
Travels well with: Chris Moyse- Bitter Ballads & Cynical Prayers; John Dawson- Outlier