Soulbucket
There may be a surprise in store for those who go looking for Soulbucket the band. In fact, this musical project is Jay Wright, a singer and songwriter based in New York. He has been recognized for a unique ability to fuse folk, urban music and soul, all the while giving the listener “socially conscious songs,” according to Josh Jackson of Paste Magazine.
There are some really nice rhythms on what he has titled “The Low Down Dirty Love CD.” Dirty Love is good listening, especially for those who long for a taste of some decades-old soul/love crooning. This is not complex music, but then it’s not necessary to have complicated arrangements to qualify for the “good music” category. “Why tell me” offers some nice electronic keyboard, along with smooth vocals from Wright. One observer has stated that this music has “vibe.”
Listeners in the U.K. are urging Jack Johnson fans, and Ben Harper fans, to give Wright a listen. This is good advice, for the styles fit very well. This listener particularly likes the comparison to the legendary Bill Withers, a comparison made on www.garageband.com.
It’s acoustic, its soulful, it’s mellow. But most of all, Jay Wright and Soulbucket is tasty. (I’ve always liked that adjective.)
Tags: music, Soulbucket, indie, indie music, independent music
i have not heard their music but i think that the combination of folk, urban music and soul is great. Is Jay Wright related to the Backstreetboys manager before? well, i am looking forward to this band’ songs.
Not only did I love the rhythmic style of Soulbucket I also love the name of the album “The Low Down Dirty Love”. I had listened to a few of their songs a while back due to a friend recommendation. I had kind of forgotten about them until I saw them listed in the forum. How I was able to forget them I have no idea because they play wonderful music.
Loved the music and the cd title! Just the kind of music I like, especially to relax and enjoy an evening. This Jay Wright-guy is pretty cute too (not that matters, but it helps:)