Sunday 4 April 2010

Maggie Malyn EP Review

Maggie Malyn
Maggie Malyn
Self-released
***
A taster of great things to come
Maggie Malyn’s music blends folk with roots, blues and country. The end result is a fresh innovative sound. Maggie is a talented singer/songwriter and violinist. Maggie started singing at a young age, later she started to write her own songs and play the guitar. Moving from Detroit to Los Angeles Maggie took up her first residency at the Cat Club on Sunset Strip. She also played other Hollywood venues. Her debut EP was produced by Jack Maeby and features some highly talented musicians who have worked with the likes of Shelby Lynne and Keb Mo. Maggie’s musical influences include the usual array of female singer/songwriters along with artists such as James Taylor and The Beatles. One Last Try (The State Song) is the opening song on the EP. Maggie’s vocals have a distinct edge and sound all of their own. This song has a strong folk flavour mixed with a dash of traditional country. New Day is more roots orientated with a splash of country and blues. Please Jesus is a slower country song. This song is very traditional in sound. Who Are They is a country flavoured folk song. Maggie’s vocals are a little lighter on this particular song. Fat Bottomed Girls is a humorous quirky country song, again with a strong traditional feel. Maggie’s vocals are rich in charm and character. The four songs on this EP are just a taster of Maggie’s wonderful talents.

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