2006-09-23
The Avett Brothers, known primarily for their high-quality live performances, have gained familiarity due to their faster, more intense songs on a worldwide level. The Gleam is a release of a different energy, the songs contain the same intensity and sheer songwriting ability in Scott and Seth’s work; however, the direct result of their more subtle approach will surprise even their most loyal fans. The listener is met with themes involving love, murder, sacrifice, life-changing hangovers, aging maturity, arson at yard sales, etc. With only 6 songs on this album, it is their shortest, and, without a doubt, quietest; however, on first listen, one will hear how loud it can speak. Their storytelling-like singing and songwriting will take you over in #1 “Sanguine,” #2 “When I Drink,” #3 “Yardsale,” and #6 “Find My Love.” Jake Burritt
Laura Cantrell
No Way There From Here
OTIS GIBBS
Grandpa Walked a Picketline
MICHAEL CLEM
1st & 40
JOE SWANK & THE ZEN PIRATES
HANK WILLIAMS DIED FOR MY SINS
Song of the Lakes
Poets Say
Gabrielle Louise
If The Static Clears
The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.