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"Beau Haddock's
music is like stumbling onto a beautiful park in the middle of
a city. Fresh, clean, and organic, with a vibe to get you through
an otherwise tired and plastic world." "I acquired this CD (Magnolia) immediately
after attending Mr. Haddock's concert, where he was accompanied
by cellist Gary Tussing, featuring Mr. Haddock's own compositions.
His sound is refreshing in many ways, including his generally positive
outlook that stands out among the prevalent whine of some Americana.
Although he has his own distinctive style, occasional comparisons
to James Taylor's phrasing and timbre, as well as his evolving
harmonic sophistication are inevitable. Mr. Haddock more than holds
his own. James could do worse than to cover his material.
Harvest
Moon Night succinctly showcases Mr. Haddock's songwriting, interpretive,
and arranging skills, as he creates an evocative, haunting mood
by managing the space of his sparse arrangement, and icing it with
a Toots Thielman approach to his harmonica solo. Mr. Haddock has
a rousing side as well, as evidenced by the irresistible Celtic-infused
Distant Hills, and the satisfying Let Love Lead Your Way. Give
this recording a chance, and you will surely feel better. How many
CDs can offer that?" "This sweet disk screams
to be discovered by the new Adult Contemporary Alternative radio
format. Beau and his buds work a James Taylor/Dr. John groove like
nobody's business. The sounds are cool and jazzy or world beat
ready. It's so smooth, it would be impossible to dislike for any
reason other than the fact that it has no raw edges... It is a
beautifully consistent effort, with a denisty of songcraft that
J.T. hasn't had a grip on since at least 'Flag' and a groovalicicous
creole stompt that Dr. John lost track of after 'Gumbo'." "Nashville folk-popster
employs bagpipe, harmonica, and a very groovy percussion into his
Highland Rim sound. Vocally, he's somewhere in James Taylor territory
with some rootsy J.J. Cale tossed in for Southern spice. This whole
album is enchanting." "Haddock is an innovative writer, combining
uplifting lyrics with multi-cultural musical influences and arrangements.
Don't be surprised if a world-class bagpipe player sits in on a
few numbers with Haddock's band." |
