Dann Gunn – Where The Story Goes

posted in: August 2015, Music Review | 0

a0776224382_16Way back in the 90s, an unknown band by the name of Velocipede came out of nowhere with a sound few were familiar with, grabbed a record deal with R.E.X. Records, released a record that gained critical acclaim, and disappeared about as quickly as they appeared on the scene. For those wondering what happened to the band, front man Dann Gunn has been releasing solo albums every few years on his own. Where The Story Goes is his latest solo outing, which shows Gunn still know how to write a catchy tune and dial in just the perfect amount of heaviness. Gunn’s passionate vocals are the centerpiece here – while most people that go for the “power-house” style vocals sound like they are straining to birth a dinosaur while singing, Gunn’s vocals come out smooth and natural. The overall sound here is a bit hard to classify exactly – the crushing guitars of Velocipede are still present (although a little less distorted and easier to discern in the mix than they were on Sane), but some parts have an industrial metal vibe, while others swerve into 90s guitar alternative territory. This is quality music better than most songs on the radio, but of course you won’t hear them playing there because there is not a hint of Coldplay or Mumford in the mix. Which is a good thing. Check this out on BandCamp and then grab a download or CD to support independent musicians making great music.

[2015 Independent | Purchase: danngunn.bandcamp.com]

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