Banjos and choral harmonies, string sections and brushed drums, soft-sung lines like, "If it weren't for second chances we'd all be alone”—this is the magic of Gregory Alan Isakov. On his fourth studio album, the troubadour evokes the tender songcraft of such luminaries as Leonard Cohen, Elliott Smith, and M. Ward, spinning a set of mournful yarns adorned with a yard sale's worth of shopworn-sounding instruments. There's not a misfire on here, but "Amsterdam," "O'City Lights," and "The Universe" are particular standouts.
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Banjos and choral harmonies, string sections and brushed drums, soft-sung lines like, "If it weren't for second chances we'd all be al… read more
Banjos and choral harmonies, string sections and brushed drums, soft-sung lines like, "If it weren't for second chances we'd all be alone”—this is the magic of Gregory Ala… read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has been described by Boulder Weekly, "Strong, subtle, a lyrical genius" and has been compared to his influences; Bruce Springsteen, Kelly Joe Phelps, Iron & Wine and Gillian Welch. Isakov's humble presence and his overwhelming voice and guitar style has been treasured by an ever-growing and captivated fan base. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, Isakov immigrated to the States with … read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has bee… read more
Gregory Alan Isakov (born in 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa) is a South Africa-born American singer-songwriter. He released his first album, Rust Colored Stones, in 2003. Isakov has been described by Boulder Weekly, "Strong, s… read more