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Artist: Doug Folkins
Album: Another Last Call
Doug Folkins has carved out a nice niche for himself, blending a style that is clearly American with other flavors, such as pop, country and Celtic. Country meets Celtic? Yeah…something like that, but those that usually shy away from a “country vibe” may still want to check this CD out, as there is enough going on there to be interesting, and you can’t set it squarely in the country genre. Catchy beats and rhythms are almost pop in nature, without being over the top.
Songs like “Park the Car” and “Pour Me Another” will please Celtic music fans, and tunes like “Calico Girl” are very catchy. “Black Velvet Band also makes an appearance at the end of the CD, rounding things out nicely. What could be a crisis of style instead manages to be a sensible blending that seems very natural. Folkins obviously loves the styles of music that he mixes, because it is done seamlessly. The entire album has a nice flow to it, and it is just so easy to listen to. A definite “kick back and put your heels up” CD.
Thoughtful lyrics and high-energy combine to give “Another Last Call” just the right mood, and Folkins has created a nice grouping of songs here that melt together nicely. Those looking for something light and fun should check this guy out.
Catherine L. Tully specializes in writing about the arts, lifestyle and travel. She is the Owner of 4dancers, a blog for those who love dance, and Editor for Freelance-Zone, an award-winning site for freelance writers. Catherine also reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine.
Songs were high energy and the vocals were exceptional. this CD is another Great to my collection…. Great job Doug.
Thank you for the wonderful review Catherine! I think you really hit on the blending of styles theme that I was hoping would come across. Your comments are prized!