Work
Gitcha, 2024
8/10
The multi-instrumentalist Grant Sabin brings along A.J. Fullerton and Forrest Raup for these 10 songs that take influence from Robert Johnson, R.L. Burnside with the grit of Tom Waits, Morphine, and UGK.
The thumping spirit of the title track opens with Sabin’s soulful pipes alongside Fullerton’s lively bass in the blues climate, and “Baby Wanna Be Right” follows with Raup’s scrappy drumming suiting the bouncy guitars of the infectious rhythm.
At the halfway point, the rugged yet tuneful “Picture” showcases Sabin’s powerful pipes amid his thick guitar, while “Didn’t Sell My Ring” showcases grooves in spades via the animated rhythm section.
Landing close to the end, “Sunny Days” flows with a mesmerizing quality thanks to the meticulous drumming and swirling guitars, and “Lucky Frog” exits with a breezy mood of swift melodies and lush guitar work that suits the poetic singing.
The themes surround the ideas of woe, fictional crime and betrayal, and though the music is certainly blues rooted, you’ll also enjoy bits of folk, rock and even hip-hop thanks to Sabin’s unique vision.
Travels well with: Brightwire- Here, But Gone; Julian Taylor- Pathways