2011-01-29
Hailing from Georgia, Ponderosa makes roots rock on its first release, “Moonlight Revival”, sometimes bringing a 1970’s AM radio sound (“Penniless”), sometimes offering vocal harmonies layered over bluegrass/rock instrumentation (“Pistolier”). Many comparisons to other bands could be made such as Kings of Leon (“Hold On You”), Jet (“Revolution”), or Black Crows (everything else). By the time I got to track 7, I was ready for something different and “Girl I’ve Ever Seen” offers that with its melody and sweet sentiment. Otherwise what you get here is blues-tinged southern rock. Rebecca RuthTHE SHINS
Wincing the Night Away
THE LONG WINTERS
Putting the Days to Bed
FAREWELL MILWAUKEE
Can't Please You, Can't Please Me
LEE BABY SIMMS
Mystery Loves Company
WE ARE AUGUSTINES
Rise Ye Sunken Ships
ROBERT PLANT
BAND OF JOY
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