"Christian Williams writes dark country/folk music and on this his fourth record Christian manages to sound different and evocative.
The first thing you notice on this record is Christian’s voice on the opening song ‘Judas’ where we hear Christian explain that ‘You’ll find me at the right hand of Satan, standing on the left hand of God.’ Next up is the instrumental ‘Bison Jump’ where Christian handles 5-string banjo, percussion and washtub bass. In fact Christian plays most of the instruments apart from the odd flute sections.
Recorded, mixed and produced by Christian Williams in his closet studio in Lawrence. Christian sounds like a cross between James McMurtry, Tom Russell and the late Chris Gaffney. On ‘Troubadour’ Wiliams views his current place in the music industry: ’Most folks don’t know who I am in accordance with my plans but I aim to remembered when I’m gone. But it’s all out my hands – I guess I’m leaving it all to chance that when I die my words keep living on’.
Evocative lyrics, unusual arrangements and great vocals make this record very listenable and one that you will return to."
7 out of 10
-Andy Riggs
Americana-UK
