2008-02-01
American Music Club : The Golden Age : Merge Records Being altogether unfamiliar with American Music Club, save for their name, I was intrigued as to what they actually sounded like. The name kindled thoughts of Americana, folk and/or blues-rock, and various roots influences. From what I can tell, after listening to this record, that isn’t too far off either. Sounding like a mixture of Being There-era Wilco, label mates The Broken West, and a full-band version of Nebraska-era Bruce Springsteen, American Music Club is a force to be reckoned with earnestly and The Golden Age is a testament to this. All tracks, except #8, are suitable for airplay Reviewed by Trevor Edmonds : January 2008
BLEACHED
Ride Your Heart
American Music Club
The Golden Age
SAM SMITH
In The Lonely Hour
K. Jones and the Benzie Playboys
Morning Train
Nick Lowe
Jesus of Cool (reissue)
WACO BROTHERS AND PAUL BURCH
GREAT CHICAGO FIRE
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