While I’m doing music reviews on new independent artists, here are my thoughts on a singer/songwriter named Kenny Greco from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  He’s a guy that almost gave up on music and then decided to go ahead and record an album his way. I give him props for dropping everything else to pursue his passion.  Not many people are willing to take that risk.

At first listen, it is clear that Kenny has strong rock and country influences.  However, the country influence doesn’t seem to mesh quite right with his songwriting.  I encourage you to check it out and judge for yourself.  Here are my thoughts on a few of the tracks on the album:

Elvis Wine: It’s a song about two people trying to get away.  The track has a great early 90’s alternative rock feel with harmonica.  I personally have always liked this sound.

Damaged Goods:  Here Kenny combines a couple generes; rock with a slight funk guitar riff throughout. The drums keep a low-key groove going as a foundation.   This is a song about being okay with where you’re from.

All the Words I Can’t Say: The music is great.  Again, there’s a strong 90’s rock sound, this time with a rock organ underneath the band.  It has a nice, easy listening sound to it.  If Kenny does a full album in this vien of music, it would be even better.

Say a Prayer: On this track, Kenny reminisces and goes back to the place he grew up.  The musical content is well put together.  In addition to the rock organ, there is also a piano track that works well.  I feel that lyrically, this is one of Kenny’s songs on the ablum.

It is What it Be:  This is a good track to close the album with.  He shows a little more energy on this song, leaving the listener with a feeling of satisfaction.

You might feel the need to skip a song or two, as there are a few bridges and choruses that are pretty similar.  Kenny tries to change it up and does a good job with the individual instruments, but you’ll definitely notice the key and chord progressions that he’s comfortable in.  With the rock sound being his strength, I would look forward to a full barebones rock album from him.  You can follow Kenny Greco on Twitter and Facebook.  Check out his website, KennyGreco.com for more information about what he’s up to.

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Cheers,

Josh