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William Smith
Unvarnished
Genres: Folk, Pop

Track Listings (12) - Disc #1
1. Turning, Turning
2. Easter in Snowshill
3. Damaged Goods
4. Give Me Back My Life
5. I'm A Fan
6. maggie and milly and molly and may
7. Daylight Savings
8. Dear John
9. Nicky's Song
10. Tough Love
11. Little Padiddle
12. Tailwind

CD Details

All Artists: William Smith
Title: Unvarnished
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Willdabeast Music
Original Release Date: 12/24/1999
Release Date: 12/24/1999
Genres: Folk, Pop
Style: Singer-Songwriters
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 791022140620

Synopsis

Album Description

Unvarnished is a "stripped down" album of acoustic guitar and voice. Its 12 original songs range in topic from landscape portraits to large-scope societal issues to love songs and beyond. Suggesting the songwriting styles of David Wilcox and James Taylor, Unvarnished intends to give the intimate feeling of a live performance. It is the second independent release of singer/songwriter, William Smith.

CD Reviews

Poetic tunes

01/25/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Unvarnished" is unadulterated sound. In this era of mechanically enhanced, tweaked and, dare I say it...computerized music, Smith's pure, clear voice and poetic lines are as refreshing as your first Dave Wilcox concert. His melodies are inventive and eminently 'hum-able'...this album invokes memories of J.T., John Denver and Dave Wilcox. Heartfelt lyrics, beautiful guitar and a pure voice.Favorite selections on this album: "Tough Love" - this song sticks in your head and is a sure repeater- also "I'm a Fan" and "Turning Turning." Smith is around in coffee houses etc., a cheap evening of great music for low$$....in the area. Been seen at Cafe Beethoven in Chatham, NJ and in Red Bank as well. Give yourself a refreshing visit to this album. Just a guy, his guitar and great melodies and lyrics...what a concept!"

A modern-day minstrel!

Music Head | New York, NY United States | 01/25/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The best music still comes from New Jersey. "Unvarnished" has great lyrics, cool arrangements, and sparkling guitar tracks. Amazing what one person can do these days in a home studio ...Will's lyrical content really stretches on this album; for example, the first track is written from the perspective of an "historical home." And his use of alternate tunings keeps the flow of songs interesting. Good stuff!"