Talented Niagara musician Evan Rotella may be young but his songwriting's old school in the best way possible. His incredible debut album Happy to be Here is a marvelous blend of country, folk and classic rock. Evan sings us tales of life experiences (travelling, nostalgia, regrets and more) beyond his years. On top of that, his guitar work is exquisite here and the merry band of musicians backing him up raise the bar as well,
Hamilton'sJacob Moonand Niagara'sJoel Parisien have combined their considerable talents in an amazing new project: The Commissionaires. Shelter Me, their electrifying debut album, is the result of this incredible melding.
Packed full of spiritual and soulful cover songs, the recording proves without a doubt that they make a superb duo. With unbelievable harmonies, good old-fashioned rock and some gospel thrown in, Shelter Me is a wondrous musical showcase. The two do justice to songs originally performed by Buddy and Julie Miller, Ben Harper, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Jonny Lang and more.
They have an amazing team behind them as well: Richard Moore (bass), Mark McIntyre (bass), Lyle Mozan (drums), Joey Landreth(slide guitar, backing vocals), Chantal Williams (vocals), Quisha Wint (backing vocals) and Robyn Pauhl (backing vocals).
Burlington singer/songwriter, Adam Cooke is a musical explorer on his latest album, Bring the Spring. From hard rockers to reggae-tinged soul to smooth funk, the man can do justice to every cool tune.
Right out of the gate, you'll be head-banging to the title track then wiggling your butt to the ultra-funky Something Special. What follows is a little bit of everything - you definitely won't be bored!
Some albums escape our radar, so occasionally we'll be catching up with some mini-reviews!
2011's Rock You Down also has a whole whack o' soul with some heavy rockers thrown in for good measure. Adam knows how to create a catchy, soulful song that will stick in your head and get ya moving!
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