THE FAR NORTH - "SONGS FOR GENTLE SOULS" 2020
THE FAR NORTH "SONGS FOR GENTLE SOULS" 2020 RUNAWAY - The debut album by former The Fireflys' members, singer-songwriter and guitarist Lee Wylding and drummer Andie Packer begins with a gem. This opener reminds me of a classic Bon Jovi or Def Leppard track that's part of an Acoustic set. I always loved that change of style with the orchestral sounds lifting their famous songs. Lee gives a brilliant, emotive Rock vocal that merges with the delightful melancholic melody. THIS HOUSE IS OURS - The tempo turns up a gear for this, with an Irish Folk style rhythm. An instant foot tapper and catchy chorus lifts this debut single. Imagine a Pirate crew having a sing-a-long chugging some Rum with you clapping and stomping the deck!. Awesome. BRANCHES - A favourite of mine from The Fireflys' back catalogue gets a new re-working here. This version emits even more emotion than the original. There is a lovely Country twang as the track is slowed down a touch to