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Colt Ford, 'Declaration of Independence' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 16:30:04 +0000

On previous albums, Colt Ford backed himself into a tight corner, insisting he’s not rap while spitting rap-like messages of country life, love and fun. The singer admits that by aiming to please everyone, he left most feeling a few bites short of a full meal. This isn’t a problem on ‘Declaration of Independence.’

Love and Theft, 'Love and Theft' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 22:30:24 +0000

For Love and Theft, it’s addition by subtraction. The loss of a record label and a band member resulted in a project that is tighter and more accessible than anything on the group’s 2009 debut album. The best songs on ‘Love and Theft‘ are those that tell simple stories and those that rely on simple melodies. That’s most of the album.

Zac Brown Band, 'Uncaged' – Album Review

Billy Dukes — Tue, 10 Jul 2012 18:00:38 +0000

On paper, ‘Uncaged’ should not work as an album, let alone a country music album. The new release from Zac Brown Band redefines “something for everybody.” Country, reggae, bedroom R&B… Brown and his ever-growing motley crew stretch the Nashville sound further than any other artist. If they weren’t so talented, this project would fall apart long before the title-track.