Search - Ken Mickey :: Stand

Len S. (3)
Reviewed on 1/11/2017...

The debut from this High Point, N.C. artist expresses familiar laments on life in a refreshing way. The collection feels a bit like looking back onto a period of depression with the sharpened tools of one who has survived and even flourished thanks to the lessons learned. That's not to say that this is a depressing CD, though some songs will definitely knock on that door. As a true representative of the Americana art form, Ken intersperses hopefulness and celebration on the roller-coaster of storytelling.

As far as similarities to known artists, Ken seems that he would feel right at home in the post-Haight-Asbury invasion that predated punk or the mid-80s return from Electronica. Bands like The Plimsouls and The Pixies come to mind.

Ken's voice melds perfectly with the tone and style of his music -- a deceptively low-priced ticket to join the ranks of Americana artists. Further releases will determine if he can build on a solid foundation with lyrics that touch us all. This debut is a fine start.