Geoff Gibbons
Buffalo Hotel
Review by Gary Hill
This is an intriguing set. It has a real timeless, classic quality to it. The single word explanation for this would be "Americana," but there is quite a bit of wiggle room within that label. This showcases some classic rock, plenty of country, a lot of folk and more. It's all very effective. The instrumental work performs the proper function of creating effective songs, even when it includes solos. The vocals (and particularly when we get multiple layers and types) are just about perfect for this music. All in all, this might not be the most original thing you've heard, but it's quite strong.
This review is available in book format (hardcover and paperback) in Music Street Journal: 2017 Volume 6 at garyhillauthor.com/Music-Street-Journal-2017.
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