Half Moon Tuesday
As a person who makes a living with words, I have always liked the word “evocative.” Some have called this small group just that. While a first listen to their music is not an earth-moving experience, it does “draw forth” or “summon” emotions, which is what evocative music is supposed to do. I wonder if all music isn’t evocative, however.
Here’s what their own Web information states, “This evocative acoustic guitar duo from Orange County fills its songs with compelling lyrics and haunting melodies. Seasoned with six years of collaboration, they have fine-tuned their harmonious arrangements to portray an unforgettable storytelling experience. Influences of Jack Johnson, Simon & Garfunkel, Pink Floyd, and the Counting Crows have inspired the band’s unique mix of acoustic guitar and alternative riffs. The result is a blend of mellow but exhilarating vibes which will be sure to captivate.”
That’s saying a lot, actually. Ryan Johnson and Chris LeBer, from Orange County, California, are Half Moon Tuesday. They do have some touches of Simon & Garfunkel in “Everything Was So Beautiful,” though Paul Simon would be hard to touch as a songwriter. “Fade” is a slower-paced, mood song. The music of Half Moon Tuesday is, overall, crafted fairly well. They should be popular in the folk/coffee house venues. This type of music is a welcome change for many who have tired of the pounding and screaming that passes for music today.
Just keep in mind that what these guys do is very difficult.
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