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Peter Bradley Adams, Leavetaking
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By S.J. Davis
Format:Audio CD
Imagine on a rainy day, you've packed your bags, tossed them in your car, started the ignition, took one last look at your former life, and then took off without looking back. You don't know exactly where you're going, but you know it'll be better than where you're at. Peter Bradley Adams' soothing, romantic voice mixed with poetic lyrics and beautiful compositions makes this album a great life soundtrack. The songs clearly have a lot of intimate meaning, from an ode to the city of Los Angeles, to a declaration of amorous love, to letting go of a memory that you constantly try to forget but can't help but remember. There's hints of personal growth and discovery, as well as sadness and hope. Imagery aside, this album is very cleanly arranged. It's a perfect mix of country and folk with soft guitar strums and banjo picks and the warm use of organ and accordion, as well as complimenting female backing vocals. If you're not planning to take a soul-searching quest any time soon, this album is at least great for background listening.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Van DeLisle
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I found Peter Bradley Adams like I find just about anyone nowadays, on myspace. And what a find! I really love Claire Small, and since it appears that she really loves Peter, I figured I'd take a chance. Wow! This album is SO nice. The opening song, The Longer I Run, is typical of the whole album, perfect folk/rock that is absolutely timeless. What is it about Nashville lately? Neither Claire nor Peter are still there but it is turning out some brilliant singer/songwriters, and it's not what you'd expect. 'Leavetaking' is a gorgeous beautiful gem.
UPDATE
I got to see PBA LIVE last night here in Chicago and he put on a great show. Just him and one other guy (Jason Goforth!) and the two of them were so good. If Peter Bradley Adams comes to your town, run don't walk to see him.
ANOTHER UPDATE
I saw Peter again this last November at the Americana Folk Festival in Nashville. And once again he was terrific. AND this time Claire was their to sing with him! Just gorgeous music.
btw.. the AFF is a fantastic one day music festival abut a 30 minute drive out of Nashville. In a state park. Great music in a great setting.
UPDATE
I got to see PBA LIVE last night here in Chicago and he put on a great show. Just him and one other guy (Jason Goforth!) and the two of them were so good. If Peter Bradley Adams comes to your town, run don't walk to see him.
ANOTHER UPDATE
I saw Peter again this last November at the Americana Folk Festival in Nashville. And once again he was terrific. AND this time Claire was their to sing with him! Just gorgeous music.
btw.. the AFF is a fantastic one day music festival abut a 30 minute drive out of Nashville. In a state park. Great music in a great setting.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Lee M. Rossi
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
P.B.A.'s album Leaktaking is a moody masterpiece that grabs onto your soul and never lets go. The country / folk roots are strong but on the down side there is no rocking on this album; The high points remain moody. If you like clean, acoustic/folk music you'll really like this album!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful song selection
My favorite of his CDs. A great selection of songs, full of haunting, soulful melodies. Just saw a great performance of his at Club Passim in Harvard Square; a pre-CD release... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Deborah Renate
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gorgeous!
I first heard "Los Angeles" on Pandora and fell in love with the song. I've never been to LA, but the music is so beautiful, it doesn't matter. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jale
4.0 out of 5 stars
Leavetaking Review
Very relaxing and soothing. Wonderful way to unwind after a hectic, stressful day or before retiring for the night. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pablowatch
5.0 out of 5 stars
UNFORGETTABLE
Peter's first effort is my second experience with his music and vocal harmonies. Though this whole unforgettable album is an absolute wonder, `So Are You To Me' is by far my... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Jocelyne Girard
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great discovery!
I heard the title track for this album on Pandora. After listening to the samples I bought it immediately. Read more
Published 20 months ago by tealover
3.0 out of 5 stars
Hmmmmm...
As with a lot of stuff produced in Nashville in the last two decades or so, production quality has gotten SO slick that there is this constant veneer of "perfect" that drives me to... Read more
Published on February 23, 2009 by Michael T. Geiger Geigerassociates
5.0 out of 5 stars
CD is wonderful, live is even better...amazing artist
I saw Peter Bradley Adams with Claire Small (vocals and guitar) and Jason Goforth (harmonica, lap steel) and it was a wonderful show. Read more
Published on November 9, 2008 by Dogg Gone
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing Again
This cd is simply amazing. PBA's voice, playing and songwriting are all superb. A truly beautiful follow-up to Gather Up and easily one of the best of 2008. Buy This cd now. Read more
Published on September 12, 2008 by J. Spires
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great music, great price!
(4 & 1/2 stars) The eastmountainsouth album was a rare gem, leaving fans with artificially high expectations for Peter Bradley Adams' first solo album that came out in 2006. Read more
Published on August 30, 2008 by William Merrill
