Wayne Madder - Angels
Blues, Rock Blues, Jazzy blues, Country blues, Singer/Songwriter
Greenbank, Canada
Overall Impression: Wonderfully understated and delicately tender in its approach, "Angels" is a wonderfully written folk piece that is superbly performed and affectionately arranged. Wayne Madder lovingly presents his listeners with a song of such substance and heart that you can't help but be taken in by its beautifully expressed ideas and concepts.
Strongest Point(s): I would usually be wary of the use of natural ambient white noise in certain contexts, but I believe it works really well in "Angel". It acts as a rather warm underlay for the music and gives the song a certain rustic charm that adds to the overall personality of the tune as well as adds a great dash of authenticity to its folk-inspired roots. Wayne gives a truly endearing vocal performance that manages to gracefully envelop the listener in its warm tones and supple qualities with both delicate poise and emotive expression, all the while the lyrics possess a certain down-to-earth quality to them that I'm sure are representative of Wayne's own experiences and undoubtedly touch upon themes that will not only hold a special place in Wayne's heart but will certainly appeal to many listeners alike. Whilst the track predominately focuses on the relationship between Wayne, his guitar, and the lyrics he is conveying, I really like the subtle yet highly effective use of both the piano and strings, these additions serve as a superb touch that really helps compliment the arrangement and enhance the overall experience profoundly.
Target Audience Appeal: This is an exemplary folk piece and I'm sure fans of the genre will find "Angels" to be a thoroughly rewarding listening experience.
Artist target suggestions: Cat Stevens, James Taylor, Jim Croce, Nick Drake, John Prine, Van Morrison, Simon & Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, Grayson Capps, Tom Rush, Donovan, Tom Paxton
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session musician, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar, as well as teaching it, helping students both learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and how to become proficient in home recording.