CRAIG PINKNEY 'The City and The Sea' 2009
CRAIG PINKNEY 'The City and The Sea' 2009
So how would I describe Craig's music?...pensive, soulful, soothing, uplifting are words that first spring to mind.
Vocally, with Craig, one never knows what to expect, as his relaxed but powerful voice soars to heights that make you listen up and say 'Wow! How was that!'
The CD was recorded at Nivram Sound Studios in Northbridge, Perth,Western Australia in late 2009, and engineered and mastered by Craig himself and Les Williams.
All digital download proceeds from 'Five Minutes' including album sales will be donated to 'Environskimberley - Save The Nature of The Kimberely'
So how would I describe Craig's music?...pensive, soulful, soothing, uplifting are words that first spring to mind.Vocally, with Craig, one never knows what to expect, as his relaxed but powerful voice soars to heights that make you listen up and say 'Wow! How was that!'
He was impressive when he fronted Perth Hard Rock Legends SARACEN at the Music Industry Reunion Show at Metropolis in 2009, however,
'The City and the Sea', Craig's debut album, is decidedly different, and presents a softer side to his brilliant songwriting.
Quite a few of the songs are dedicated to close friends and family, and one can certainly feel the depth and warmth within each one, as was obviously intended.
With perfectly placed vocal harmonies throughout, a variety of stringed instruments blended beautifully with intricate and interesting chord structures, and played by some of Perth's most accomplished musicians, each song is unique and has it's own journey and story to tell, taking your mood away to different mindsets and places.
Fave tracks?...that's truly hard to say. Each song is unique and strongly written. A quality sound production brings out the best in them all.
'Here with You' is very 'pretty' , 'Lovin' Cup' 'Open The Eye' and 'The Meaning of it All' are all very smooth, and 'Five Minutes' will touch the heart of our Indigenous and 'Earth loving' listeners.
Other tracks are up tempo, playful and have a catchy bluegrass edge. It is definately one of those albums with no 'lowlights' or 'fill in' songs.
The CD was recorded at Nivram Sound Studios in Northbridge, Perth,Western Australia in late 2009, and engineered and mastered by Craig himself and Les Williams.
Overall, whatever music is your preference, I can't imagine anyone not liking or at least appreciating this CD. It's classy, slick and very easy to listen to!
Well done Craig! Looking forward to more!
All digital download proceeds from 'Five Minutes' including album sales will be donated to 'Environskimberley - Save The Nature of The Kimberely'
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CRAIG PINKNEY 'The City and The Sea' 2009
CRAIG PINKNEY 'The City and The Sea' 2009 So how would I describe Craig's music?...pensive, soulful, soothing, uplifting are words that first spring to mind.Vocally, with Craig, one never knows what to expect, as his relaxed but powerful voice soars to heights that make you listen up and say 'Wow! How was that!' He was impressive when he fronted Perth Hard Rock Legends SARACEN at the Music Industry Reunion Show at Metropolis in 2009, however, 'The City and the Sea', Craig's debut album, is decidedly different, and presents a softer side to his brilliant songwriting. Quite a few...Read more
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