Kenny Bunco and the 12 Notes - I'm Nobody
Blues, Pop, Jazz
Michigan, United States
Overall Impression: With charmingly disarming vocal tones and a timeless Rock piano foundation, Kenny Bunco and the 12 Notes' first track from their full-length album, Love and..., takes listeners out for a whirlwind night on the town - describing and fulfilling promises of singing, dancing and sweet whoopee between an entity of established pedigree and the song's narrative voice, repeating the everyman's mantra, "I'm Nobody"!
Strongest Point(s): From the first moments to the last, "I'm Nobody" bears a sound and style that simply feel fun! The initial introduction displays Ken Hurley's considerable piano chops with levity and grace before dropping listeners into the deep pocket of immortal rock-and-roll piano - with a moving bass line that bounds rather than walks and gives rise to colorfully informed and tastefully executed runs from Ken's right hand. The supporting instrumentals do their work diligently and without obscuring the song's intended focus - Ken Hurley's bright rich vocals and nimble fingers! The artist's warmly engaging voice belies a strong sense of play and serves to enrich the tune with a dose of amiability and color that are absolutely perfect for the style.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of eclectic, piano-driven original work will find very much to love throughout Kenny Bunco and the 12 Notes' Love and..., and the specific qualities of "I'm Nobody" should resonate quickly with fans of fast-paced and playful Rock-and-Roll or similarly swinging piano sub-genres! - Jon W.
Artist target suggestions: Little Richard, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ray Charles, Howlin' Wolf, Sam Cooke, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, John Lee Hooker, James Brown, Carl Perkins, Big Mama Thornton, Little Walter, Magic Sam, Bukka White, Otis Rush
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About the Reviewer:
Jon Wright is a trained multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and music educator with nearly twenty years of experience in the field. Working with musicians and their individual sounds is his passion and profession, and he strives to interact with and understand every aspect of the production process - from theory and songwriting to recording and mastering. He continues to teach students of all ages and is currently collaborating with artists across a wide range of genres.