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5.0 out of 5 stars
If Tom Waits was a Texas Troubadour he'd have made this CD,
By hyperbolium (Earth, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Escape From Monster Island (Audio CD)
Though a gravelly Tom Waitsian delivery isn't the only vocal trick up Graham's sleeve, there's a boho-charm to the entire album that is reminiscent of Waits' earlier records.Graham is probably best known for his time with the well-known Austin-based True Believers, as well as a stint as the sideman du jur in L.A. (John Doe, Michelle Shocked, Patty Smyth). But it's as a solo artist, a singer and songwriter that he truly blooms. There's a tough, soulful sound to his songs, underlined by touches of B-3 organ and bassy, twangy guitars. But it's contrasted by songs in which the vocals are reduced to nearly confessional whispers, and the backing to dobro and acoustic guitars. This is one of the most assured and mature debut albums I've ever heard. Graham has interesting, adult things to say, and finds expressive ways to say them.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jon Dee Graham - Escape From Monster Island,
By cledis 5000 "cledis 5000" (honolulu) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Escape From Monster Island (Audio CD)
I love Jon Dee. Already owned this in mp3 version, as well as all his other releases, but wanted the disc to satisfy my collector desires. Obviously, I'm pleased to own the disc. He's a great song writer and guitarist. I love his Tom Waits-esqe vocal style.
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Escape From Monster Island by Jon Dee Graham (Audio CD - 2003)
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