The Tor - Burned Ashes
Blues, Blues Rock, Rock and Roll
New Jersey, United States
Overall Impression: The Tor sends shockwaves through the air with the release of Burned Ashes. This new Blues-Rock tune brings heavy doses of ripping guitars, keys, and an in-your-face attitude to make an impact on all who are near. The crunchy groove moves with a quick tempo and rolling feel. Burning like embers, it is a solid foundation for the solos and vocals. When the first guitar solo hits, the listener is taken by its red-hot tone. It sears across the horizon with emotive licks and an edgy attitude. This is also evident in the final solo which ends the tune on a high note. Breaking up this guitarist's paradise is an explorative keyboard solo that places the tune in a completely new light. It adds an essential character that will bring in more fans than guitars can do by themselves. Overall, Burned Ashes by The Tor is an in-your-face Blues Rock tune that makes its statement with some killer solos.
Strongest Point(s): The instrumental work definitely shines the brightest in Burned Ashes, but the vocals and lyrics deserve their own attention. The straight-ahead vocals make their point with shortened lyrical phrasing typically found in Blues Rock. They allow focus to be given to the instrumental work, where the emotive qualities really stand out.
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Rock, Classic Rock, and Blues Rock will dig Burned Ashes by The Tor.
Artist target suggestions: Eric Clapton, Cream, Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Who, The Rolling Stones, The Byrds, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, AC/DC, The Silvers, Morris Moon Taylor
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About the Reviewer:
Zachary Larson is a professional guitarist in New York City. Getting his start in high school rock bands, he has since toured the world as a classical chamber musician, onboard cruise lines, and with several Broadway musicals. His recorded work spans across Classical, Pop, and Experimental music. His arrangements are published through Clear Note Publications. Classically trained, he holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Denver.