Trouble Is Real - Jonathan Rice

Johnathan Rice has already built himself an impressive CV. Born in Scotland and raised in Virginia, he has already toured with the likes of Martha Wainwright and REM, his music has soundtracked the hip teen show of the moment, The O.C. It has the same liking to parts of Ryan Adams music, so if you are a fan of his you are sure to like this. I first heard So Sweet (track 4) on the O.C and thought it was amazing so went to get the CD. I wasnt disapointed. ...
...title may suggest, is a short song with strings before moving into the proper opener, Mid November, a quiet ballad that showcases Rice's strong vocals perfectly. As the album goes on you get a heart warming liking for Mr Rice and the song "The Acrobat" is by far my favourite. It has a melodic melody with an even more impressive chorus that will have you humming it for days. I think that this is a must have in all record collections and ... more

Johnathan Rice has already built himself an impressive CV. Born in Scotland and raised in Virginia, he has already toured with the likes of Martha Wainwright and REM, his music has soundtracked the hip teen show of the moment, The O.C. It has the same liking to parts of Ryan Adams music, so if you are a fan of his you are sure to like this. I first heard So Sweet (track 4) on the O.C and thought it was amazing so went to get the CD. I wasnt disapointed. The album starts off with an instrumental which, as the title may suggest, is a short song with strings before moving into the proper opener, Mid November, a quiet ballad that showcases Rice's strong vocals perfectly. As the album goes on you get a heart warming liking for Mr Rice and the song "The Acrobat" is by far my favourite. It has a melodic melody with an even more impressive chorus that will have you humming it for days. I think that this is a must have in all record collections and if you like your acoustic music, dont hesitate to purchase.

1. Short Song For Strings
2. Mid November
3. Kiss Me Goodbye
4. So Sweet
5. Break So Easy
6. Lady Memphis
7. Behind The Frontlines
8. My Mother's Son
9. Leave The Light On
10. City On Fire
11. Put Me In Your Holy War
12. Salvation Day
13. Stay At Home
14. The Acrobat
15. Hickory Wind (Outro)
16. I Wouldn't Miss It For The World 

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