ION INDIE MAGAZINE June 2015, Volume 13 | Page 85

I asked Sam what his secret was to be able to sing like that so early, he said, “One word…coffee.” Judging by the reaction of Greg and his crew, this one’s a legitimate hit. Listen to this song until the end-- when Sam breaks it down, sounds like the coffee worked! Solid bass line--Gary’s one of the best bassists I’ve heard in a long time. Great harmonies and backing vocals. Sam’s voice is as nasty and soulful as usual. “Gone”: This track is getting airplay around NH and the seacoast, but I’m guessing it won’t be long before this song goes national. This is pure Rock ‘n’ Roll, plain and simple. With “Gone”, you’re treated to some of Tom’s scorching guitar, Sam breaking it down lyrically in the middle of the song, and the very solid rhythm section of Barrett and Gary. “I’m gone, so long I’m moving on there’s nothing to discuss. Been treated wrong and waited way too long, I just had enough. Don’t tease try to bring me to my knees but I’m rising high. ‘Cuz I’m the breeze, the fire to your freeze…” “Run Ragged”: Complete, rocking, soulful track with everything wrapped into 3 minutes 53 seconds. “Got a bible in her hand, but it won’t there for too long. The pages burst into fire…” “Take what you want from me, but I’m gonna sing my song” Sam’s lyrics are what you’d expect from a 50 year old that’s been twice divorced, rehabbed and reborn… not from a twenty-something with a great look and holding the future by the balls. This guy can already write exceptional lyrics with the best of them. “South Of The City”: Solid Rock anthem of girls, parties and good times, this track starts at 100 mph and never hits the breaks. If south of the city is where all the girls are in “short skirts, tight shirts, the dirtier the better for me”…I think we’re a [