Label: Mowo! Inc.Rating: 3.5 Guns
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Review by: Hilary Hughes
I refuse to acknowledge the fact that September is upon us. I. REFUSE. I know that summer hasn’t bidden me farewell just yet, but seeing as I currently reside in New England, I know that it’s only a matter of time before my t-shirts will suffocate beneath burly wool sweaters as the leaves change and fall will swallow my sunshine and my summer nights whole. Why all the talk of season-induced depression? Topaz & Mudphonic’s Music for Dorothy recently came into my possession, and I only wish that the album had made an appearance earlier in the season because of its bluesy, ballsy nature that provides the perfect soundtrack for steamy summer nights.
The latest release from the Austin-based blues quartet showcases the vocal prowess of each of its members, particularly on “Dirty Water” and “Sunshine”, with the additional expertise on the sax as provided by Topaz himself. Though the majority of the music on the album is fast, funky, and fresh, Topaz & Mudphonic score serious points on their ability to vary their sound on more seductive compositions like “Home”. Music for Dorothy is a lesson in audible intimacy: Topaz & Mudphonic are gentle with their riffs, their improvisations, and the cohesive movement of their music, and this emotional connection with their craft is what sets them apart from other blues acts today.
I may no longer be able to throw backyard barbeques courtesy of autumn’s approaching chill, but whenever I get a craving for one I plan on popping in Topaz & Mudphonic’s Music for Dorothyto kickoff a funky fall dance party.This self-proclaimed southern sound is one that’ll surely inject flavor and fire into colder days, and hey, dancing to the tracks of Topaz & Mudphonic is a sure way to raise your body temperature.
Like this band? You may also like: The Coasters, Muddy Waters
Buy On:
Review by: Hilary Hughes
I refuse to acknowledge the fact that September is upon us. I. REFUSE. I know that summer hasn’t bidden me farewell just yet, but seeing as I currently reside in New England, I know that it’s only a matter of time before my t-shirts will suffocate beneath burly wool sweaters as the leaves change and fall will swallow my sunshine and my summer nights whole. Why all the talk of season-induced depression? Topaz & Mudphonic’s Music for Dorothy recently came into my possession, and I only wish that the album had made an appearance earlier in the season because of its bluesy, ballsy nature that provides the perfect soundtrack for steamy summer nights.
The latest release from the Austin-based blues quartet showcases the vocal prowess of each of its members, particularly on “Dirty Water” and “Sunshine”, with the additional expertise on the sax as provided by Topaz himself. Though the majority of the music on the album is fast, funky, and fresh, Topaz & Mudphonic score serious points on their ability to vary their sound on more seductive compositions like “Home”. Music for Dorothy is a lesson in audible intimacy: Topaz & Mudphonic are gentle with their riffs, their improvisations, and the cohesive movement of their music, and this emotional connection with their craft is what sets them apart from other blues acts today.
I may no longer be able to throw backyard barbeques courtesy of autumn’s approaching chill, but whenever I get a craving for one I plan on popping in Topaz & Mudphonic’s Music for Dorothyto kickoff a funky fall dance party.This self-proclaimed southern sound is one that’ll surely inject flavor and fire into colder days, and hey, dancing to the tracks of Topaz & Mudphonic is a sure way to raise your body temperature.
Like this band? You may also like: The Coasters, Muddy Waters
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