Search - Brent Adair :: Ostrich

His sophomore release, Ostrich unveils a matured Brent Adair who has taken a quantum leap forward in finding his voice. Produced by Austin staple Billy Harvey (Bob Schneider, Steve Poltz), Ostrich tells imaginatively crafted stories through quirky lyrics and artful, textured productions. Lyrically, his themes range from the joy of vacation to the fallout of fidelity, from the invincibility of youth to the geometry of attraction. For references, you can try the roots of Bright Eyes, the indie pop of Death Cab, and the contemporary folk of Damien Rice, though happily none of them will quite get you there. The vocals are creamy and present, rhythm parts creative and complimentary, and arrangements sparkling and free. While tracks such as Time Away and Superman boast clear radio appeal, the songs of Ostrich reveal a depth and artistry unwilling to sacrifice for commercial success. Adair s band includes Jeff Botta on drums, George Reiff on bass, and Billy Harvey on additional guitars and keyboards.