CD Review-‘Eclectico’ — Cody Shaw & The Rhythm Boys
Cody Shaw & The Rhythm Boys
“Electico”
Independent Release
If you’ve ever been to a Cody Shaw & The Rhythm Boys’ show, you know just how much fun goes on there. When you listen to their latest CD, Eclectico, the fun continues. This new 10-song project includes three songs from their earlier EP, and delivers seven new songs with the variety, talent, and charm that is The Rhythm Boys. The arrangements on these songs are in perfect balance with Cody Shaw’s voice and lyrics and the occasional background vocals. Shaw’s voice shines and smiles in “Dance The Night Away,” where you can conjure up a mental picture of him dancing on stage, as he always does; turns completely melancholy on “Portsmouth,” and teases on “Jolly Truck Stop,” a ditty that opens with CB sounds that completely set the tone for the song. Then, on “Walk On” and “I’m Lonesome,” from the previous EP titled Lonesome that same singer turns crooner with a sadness that few artists can ever attain. Then, one can visualize the trail hands’ campfire and tumbleweeds in the background on “Cowboy’s Moon,” which has some soft harmonica added. And speaking of instrumentation, there’s no greater guitar picker than Ben Shaw, Cody’s dad, who lays down some notes that match the emotion of Cody’s voice. Bass player Chris Booth’s harmonies, along with others added to the recordings, add depth and atmosphere. Randy Burch is a gentle giant on drums, and Nick Ghanbari’s steel guitar and keyboard fairly soar through it all.
The new CD for the lover of really good music, no matter the genre.
This CD is available on ITunes, Amazon, and at all their shows.
For more information, go online to: CodyShawandtheRhythmBoys.com
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