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morgan wade
'Psychopath'
Morgan Wade is back with her brand new LP, Psychopath. The Nashville country rock singer songwriter has seen success with her previous release, her debut album 'Reckless' which tackled issues of addiction and recovery. Listening to this record, it is plain to see that it is set to continue. Morgan talks of her personal experiences of handling the pressures of success while still struggling with sobriety and dealing with obstacles that the world puts in her way.
Crammed full of treats for the ear with stunning vocal harmonies such as those in the opening track 'Domino' that are just so pleasing to hear that I had to play it over and over. The rising country star's sophomore album has more hooks than your local hardware store, and they are catchy without becoming annoying.
Morgan's storytelling talent is evident throughout, and no more so than in 'Phantom Feelings', telling a story of words left unspoken and a love that never came to fruition. A powerful musical performance that definitely adds to the emotion of the track. The title track, 'Psychopath' is enchanting, with chilled-out guitar and Morgan's smooth vocals making this the perfect track to put on and zone out to. Beautifully written and performed. A love song? I think so.
One of my favourite tracks from the album is 'Want', starting with a bluesy-style piano intro that leads to a track with great vocals and an unpretentious drum beat that ties it all together. There is a short guitar solo that adds another dimension. 'Fall in Love With Me', has an unexpected melody that reminds me of late 90s pop, it actually fits perfectly and is a great and welcome twist.
Straight on into the heavy rock style, guitar-heavy 'Meet Somebody, which is a great track that plays to my rock sensibilities and is something that I would have liked to have heard more of throughout the album as there is some amazing stuff going on in this track.
Closing the album with a more subdued track, ' 27 Club', Morgan carries on the themes covered in the previous track, 'Domino'. handling the pressures of fame and all that encompasses. The line ' I didn't make it to the 27 Club, I'm 28', is a haunting reminder of the fragility of fame and the impact that has on the human mind, and coming to terms with facing that world having broken the chains of addiction that bind so many in that position.
The whole album is full of highs and lows, a great collection of powerful lyrics, and stunning melodies. Musically and vocally well crafted but what will make me want to listen to 'Psychopath' again and again is the authenticity of the lyrics.
Great work Morgan.
Crammed full of treats for the ear with stunning vocal harmonies such as those in the opening track 'Domino' that are just so pleasing to hear that I had to play it over and over. The rising country star's sophomore album has more hooks than your local hardware store, and they are catchy without becoming annoying.
Morgan's storytelling talent is evident throughout, and no more so than in 'Phantom Feelings', telling a story of words left unspoken and a love that never came to fruition. A powerful musical performance that definitely adds to the emotion of the track. The title track, 'Psychopath' is enchanting, with chilled-out guitar and Morgan's smooth vocals making this the perfect track to put on and zone out to. Beautifully written and performed. A love song? I think so.
One of my favourite tracks from the album is 'Want', starting with a bluesy-style piano intro that leads to a track with great vocals and an unpretentious drum beat that ties it all together. There is a short guitar solo that adds another dimension. 'Fall in Love With Me', has an unexpected melody that reminds me of late 90s pop, it actually fits perfectly and is a great and welcome twist.
Straight on into the heavy rock style, guitar-heavy 'Meet Somebody, which is a great track that plays to my rock sensibilities and is something that I would have liked to have heard more of throughout the album as there is some amazing stuff going on in this track.
Closing the album with a more subdued track, ' 27 Club', Morgan carries on the themes covered in the previous track, 'Domino'. handling the pressures of fame and all that encompasses. The line ' I didn't make it to the 27 Club, I'm 28', is a haunting reminder of the fragility of fame and the impact that has on the human mind, and coming to terms with facing that world having broken the chains of addiction that bind so many in that position.
The whole album is full of highs and lows, a great collection of powerful lyrics, and stunning melodies. Musically and vocally well crafted but what will make me want to listen to 'Psychopath' again and again is the authenticity of the lyrics.
Great work Morgan.