Casey Murray - Two Timing Man
Country, Country Rock
Kerikeri, New Zealand
Overall Impression: "Two Timing Man" is an exciting new release from up and coming country music songstress, Casey Murray. Hailing from New Zealand, Miss Murray gives a rousing vocal performance here on this track that features a classic honkytonk sound delivered by a top notch backing band, highlighted by a rollicking boogie woogie piano and superb Chuck Berry-esque guitar. Featuring a wonderful back and forth duet between Murray and a male singing partner, "Two Timing Man" conveys a dialogue that's implied in the title, as she confronts her unfaithful companion at a local saloon. Country music and roots rock fans alike will certainly find a lot to love about "Two Timing Man", and should keep an eye out for rising star Casey Murray.
Strongest Point(s): Fantastic production, solid mix. Wonderful bit of song craft, both lyrically and musically. Universal theme, practically everyone has been on one side or the other of the cheating relationship, and can identify with the lyrics. Love the chromatic RnB style intro. Great band, rhythm section is locked in tight. Bass and drums working perfectly in concert, and the piano player is exceptional. The guitar licks add a ton of classic character. Awesome vocal performances by both singers. Very soulful deliveries, and the back and forth is absolutely engaging. Listeners will eat this up. Amazing job all round, by everyone involved.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Country, Country Rock, Traditional Country, Traditional Rock'N'Roll, Boogie Woogie, Honkytonk, Outlaw Country, Roots Rock
Artist target suggestions: Loretta Lynn, Lady A, Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Johnny Paycheck, Eiien Jewel, Patty Loveless, Eileen Rose, Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Jerry Lee Lewis, Lefty and David Frizzell, Janie Fricke, Reba McEntire, Conway Twitty, Pistol Annies, LeAnn Rimes, Lucinda Williams, Trisha Yearwood
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About the Reviewer:
Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre, from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent among the next generation of musical explorers