BlackEyed Dempseys "BlackEyed Dempseys" Self-released
Release date: 9 March 2013
Running time: 26:23, 8 tracks
Northern California’s Premier Celtic Rock Band BlackEyed Dempseys were formed in 2008. Their self-titled album was recorded in 2012 and it has been released just before Saint Patrick’s Day. They were chosen as the band of April and if you listen to their songs, you will agree with that.
Jamie Hill (vocals, guitar), Moe Crummett (guitar, background vocals), Mark Repking (banjo, mandolin), Keith Jukes (accordion, background vocals), Quinn Brentson (bass) and Josh Wagner (drums) have released the kind of album that I expect from a new band: a lot of original stuff and a distinctive sound. On this mini-album the guys have written 6 original numbers, one based on “The Parting Glass” music (“Same Auld Flag” ) and only one cover (“The Irish Rover”). Yes, this is an overexposed song. However, Keith and Mark do a fantastic job on their rendition. I really love the manic banjo sound. And this is exactly what I mean when I talk about a distinctive sound. Banjo/mandolin, accordion and guitar work are amazing on this CD.
Release date: 9 March 2013
Running time: 26:23, 8 tracks
Northern California’s Premier Celtic Rock Band BlackEyed Dempseys were formed in 2008. Their self-titled album was recorded in 2012 and it has been released just before Saint Patrick’s Day. They were chosen as the band of April and if you listen to their songs, you will agree with that.
Jamie Hill (vocals, guitar), Moe Crummett (guitar, background vocals), Mark Repking (banjo, mandolin), Keith Jukes (accordion, background vocals), Quinn Brentson (bass) and Josh Wagner (drums) have released the kind of album that I expect from a new band: a lot of original stuff and a distinctive sound. On this mini-album the guys have written 6 original numbers, one based on “The Parting Glass” music (“Same Auld Flag” ) and only one cover (“The Irish Rover”). Yes, this is an overexposed song. However, Keith and Mark do a fantastic job on their rendition. I really love the manic banjo sound. And this is exactly what I mean when I talk about a distinctive sound. Banjo/mandolin, accordion and guitar work are amazing on this CD.
Every song is different and appealing. The opening number “Sail Away to Amerikay” is a catchy song. “Seven Shades of Hell” would be another single. “No Retreat” goes Celtic punk, featuring a top-notch banjo. “Free Derry” is the most Celtic punk song on the CD. It has everything: banjo, accordion, guitar and great chorus. “Sweeny’s A Working Man’s Bar” is their answer to The Tossers ”Teehans” .“Prodigal Song” is a slower song and “Same Auld Flag” is the rockiest number, featuring an awesome guitar work and interesting backing vocals.
Maybe the BlackEyed Dempseys self-titled album won't make the Top 5 at the end of the year. But they are honest musicians that play with passion and trust on their own compositions. They deserve to be heard and if you give them an opportunity, you’ll enjoy their songs. And the banjo wizard.
Tracklist:
1 - Sail Away to Amerikay 3:23
2 - Seven Shades of Hell 2:57
3 - Irish Rover 3:34
4 - Sweeney's , a Working Man's Bar 3:24
5 - No Retreat 4:05
6 - Free Derry 2:25
7 - Prodigal Son 3:39
8 - Same Auld Flag 2:51
http://blackeyeddempseys.wix.com/blackeyeddempseys
http://www.reverbnation.com/blackeyeddempseys
http://www.facebook.com/TheBlackeyedDempseys
https://twitter.com/BEDempseys
Maybe the BlackEyed Dempseys self-titled album won't make the Top 5 at the end of the year. But they are honest musicians that play with passion and trust on their own compositions. They deserve to be heard and if you give them an opportunity, you’ll enjoy their songs. And the banjo wizard.
Tracklist:
1 - Sail Away to Amerikay 3:23
2 - Seven Shades of Hell 2:57
3 - Irish Rover 3:34
4 - Sweeney's , a Working Man's Bar 3:24
5 - No Retreat 4:05
6 - Free Derry 2:25
7 - Prodigal Son 3:39
8 - Same Auld Flag 2:51
http://blackeyeddempseys.wix.com/blackeyeddempseys
http://www.reverbnation.com/blackeyeddempseys
http://www.facebook.com/TheBlackeyedDempseys
https://twitter.com/BEDempseys
To buy the CD, contact the band.
Review by Kinksmarkham
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