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 RuthJOAN OSBORNE
LITTLE WILD ONE
THE INNOCENCE MISSION
My Room in the Trees
The Delta Riggs
Active Galactic
Various Artists
Enjoy Every Sandwich: The Songs of Warren Zevon
VARIOUS ARTISTS
Rave On Buddy Holly
LEVON HELM
RAMBLE AT THE RYMAN
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