Kevin Dunn - The Masters Call
Country, Folk, Americana
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Overall Impression: " The Masters' Call" is an impressive cover of an Americana/folk tune by singer/songwriter Marty Robbins, sung by Singer and songwriter Kevin Dunn. Dunn takes this country-western classic and gives more of an Americana folk-rock flair. It's folk music that relies on minimal instrumentation and relaxed upbeat chords and Dunn's honest voice and portrayal of such simple lyrics with an honest voice to guide the listener through the song's musical journey. This is a song for lovers, of folk, folk-rock, Americana, and country-western music.
Strongest Point(s): The song's melody and instrumental performance really tie everything together and are certainly a focal point of the piece. The piece begins with the sounds of the banjo and harmonica which gives the tune, slight bluegrass feel to it, with an undertone of the blues. The majority of the banjo and harmonica is balanced by the clean, guitar strums. As a performer, Dunn has a calmness about him that makes you feel like the lyrics and chords are pouring out of him so naturally and effortlessly. It's like a stream of consciousness, that just keeps flowing, rather than a carefully crafted song. Dunn's raspy yet high-pitched vocals are contrasted by the sounds of the harmonies and humming in the background which gives the song a bit of richness and depth.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of country, blues, soul, Americana, bluegrass, and honky-tonk music.
Artist target suggestions: Clint Black, Tim McGraw, George Strait, Hank Williams III, Rascal Flatts, Gary Allan, Clay Walker, Clay Aiken, Cassadee Pope, Pam Tillis, George Jones, Conway Twitty, Patsy Cline, John Rich, Glen Campbell, Lee Greenwood, The Oak Ridge Boys, John Denver, Kris Kristofferson, Tammy Wynette, Lyle Lovett, and Emmylou Harris
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About the Reviewer:
Kristina Mondo is a freelance writer specializing in music journalism. From working as a columnist at various publications to managing PR and press campaigns for a camp music festival, and touring with various artists Kristina is a music lover appreciating all types of music and what they have to offer from Opera to rap, there is always something to appreciate in every song. Interviews, however, are her passion, because it's not just about what the artist lets you see but what you can draw out of them getting to the heart of who they really are.