THE QUICKSAND REVIEWS ARE IN!!!
THE QUICKSAND REVIEWS ARE IN!!!
February 17, 2010
The reviews are still coming in, but the results seem to be the same – Quicksand gets a big thumbs up! Here is some of what the critics are saying:
FAME – From start to finish, Quicksand is a feast of bluegrass, Appalachian, country, and other musics adeptly penned and played, the sort of thing to make even Sam Bush, who tipped in the liner’s introductory accolades, smile from ear to ear as he sits back on the verandah and watches the sun set slowly in the west.
Today’s Country Magazine – Quicksand is arguably Kohrs finest body of work to date and just as you’d expect from him, you will hear top-notch musicianship, great lyrics backed by an equally great voice delivering them, and solid songs from one to the next.
Country Weekly (February 8, 2010 issue) – Randy blends country and bluegrass with generous amounts of soul and hints of jazz and gospel. Quicksand marks another step in the right direction for this up-and-comer.
Roughstock – Even though all of those songs are great, the Codie Prevost-penned “Quicksand” is the obvious highlight of the record as it finds Kohrs’ pliable tenor singing about how some bad choices can derail life.
International Country Music Database – Randy Kohrs has put together a magical mix of songs that should be in everyone’s CD player. Quicksand is a wonderful example of how to create music that is touching and timeless.
The Bluegrass Blog – I…recommend that you pick up a copy for yourself. You won’t regret it. I know it’s only January, but I’m ready to predict that Quicksand will still be in my top 5 albums for 2010 come next January.
Stacy’s Music Row Report – Randy Kohrs calls his music a mixture of blues, country, bluegrass and Americana. It is all of that- and more. Kohrs delivers 13 songs, several of which are as attention-getting as his cornucopia of musical influences.
Country California – At its best, Quicksand is perfectly titled – an album that stops you in your tracks, envelops you in a consuming experience. A highly rewarding listen for fans of soulful acoustic music that’s reverent without ever being stodgy.
My Kind of Country – There is a mixture of blues, country, and bluegrass, all acoustic. The backings, from a variety of mainly bluegrass musicians, are fabulous throughout, and always appropriate for the song. The whole album is a pleasure to listen to.
