Customer Reviews

A Sense Of Direction

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Having heard much about this band in the local press I had very high expectations and was not disappointed! A Sense Of Direction is a rich collection of songs that reveals something different and new with each listen. My favorites are the opening song, "To Wander In This Way" and the title track. Songwriter Dave Isaacs has a great ear for melody and a talent for writing majestic, sweeping epic songs. Check this one out if you want to hear where country music is headed in the next millenium!

This is one of the most impressive independent releases I've ever seen. The songwriting is first-rate....great hooks and thoughtful lyrics performed with passion and conviction. Even the design of the CD itself was clearly given great care. All told, a first-rate product and I can't wait to hear more.

This is one of the most impressive independent releases I've ever seen. The songwriting is first-rate....great hooks and thoughtful lyrics performed with passion and conviction. Even the design of the CD itself was clearly given great care. All told, a first-rate product and I can't wait to hear more.

One listen to this cd and they had me hooked. I totally enjoy this cd from start to finish, from the sadness of To Wander in this Way to the hopefullness of the Ballad of Jackalope Junction, a story is being told that captivates me each time. It's hard to choose a favorite song since each track has a special feel and beautiful lyrics. Dave Isaacs writes songs the old-fashioned way, with strong melodies and sing-along hooks. I consider this sophisticated country no twang and pick-up trucks. Elegant, wonderful music. A pleasure to listen to time and time again.

This album has nine original tracks mostly country or southern rock, but without the twang. The lyricist has an obvious intelligence and the tunes eminently hummable. The title track is beautifully composed. "Four Wheels" and "Savannah Rose" are complex and fun and I confess to giving in to the urge to dance. I was surprised to hear the back-up vocals recently, and would have liked it better if the mix had made those harmonies easier to hear. But this one was a find that I'm not tired of yet! THANKS!

I was somewhat saddened at the overall package. Seems like a showcase for someone more obsessed with himself than with creating an artistic statement. So much more could have been done lyrically with the ideas that were presented. The songs were mostly unimaginative and bland with few exceptions. I was expecting MUCH more from this CD from the reviews I have heard and from the word of mouth form people who have seen them live.