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Album Review - Train
Don't Run
Matthew Fredericks (Melbourne Age EG/PBS FM/MBAS) |
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After opening with a Sonny Boy Williamson cover Dave Diprose makes his mission statement on this album‘s second track, original tune White Boy Blues. Visiting a theme we‘ve heard many times before, at first appearances Dave seems to be writing an apology for being a blues singer out of context but on repeated listenings the song‘s meaning becomes apparent. He claims the blues for all of us, regardless of our background. With this statement out of the way he is now free to mine the rich veins of the traditional country blues and he does so with gusto, tackling tunes by Bukka White and Kokomo Arnold, making them his own and mixing things up with sharp, strong originals that fit in comfortably next to such illustrious company. The guitar playing is a stand out but take the time to listen to Dave‘s voice - the sound is rich and full of experience but thankfully avoids the fake gravel voice that mars the work of many blues revivalists. The acoustic blues scene is getting more and more crowded every day but Dave stands out from the pack by finding the right balance between originality and respect for his sources. He's reached that wonderful place as an artist where he can create freely while still remaining true to his original sources. Highly recommended to all fans of traditional styled blues.
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