Nicky Johns It’s The Quiet Ones You Have To Watch CD Review

Nicky Johns It’s The Quiet Ones You Have To Watch
Self-released 884502162424
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Classy vocals that exude warmth
From its magnificent sunny cover photo to the charming vocals of female singer/songwriter Nicky Johns it is clear that IT’S THE QUIET ONES YOU HAVE TO WATCH is an album of exceptional high quality music certainly worth a listen or two. Nicky has been playing on the Bristol folk/acoustic scene for several years and now with a good following of fans she is releasing her first full length album. The album was produced by Richard Riley, who also plays guitar on the album. All ten songs on the album were written by Nicky. It is hard to compare this exciting singer with anyone else as she has such a distinct voice all of her own. On This Ship Together is a longish song running over six minutes. It has a laid back acoustic feel. Nicky’s vocals are quite distinct and the descriptive lyrics are very relevant to life today. Denim Blue Eyes has a quaint old fashioned feel about it. An attractive delicate song with lush vocals. Cinderella is another long song, seven minutes, here again the lyrics are very relevant to life today. St John’s Lock is a slow dreamy song with lovely backing music provided by the recorder, electric guitar and bass. Nicky’s vocals are classy throughout and exude warmth reminding listeners of a sunny day picnicking in the park. The River Says Yes has a slight blues feel to it, echoed in the string bass being played by JJ Quick. Nicky’s vocals once again exude warmth and a velvety richness. NY Sky is a lighter song with a more upbeat feel. In My Heart sees a slight change in style. This song has a dramatic and very atmospheric feel. Little Boat features Audrey Riley on the cello. Nicky’s vocals are beautiful on this top class number, which really proves what a remarkable singer Nicky John’s is. Taco is a delightful folk/country infused song with an upbeat tempo and exceptional vocals once again. Scratching The Itch is a classic modern folk song with great lyrics. Nicky is joined on vocals by John Blake and Humph Bennett from The Willbees, who compliment her voice brilliantly. All too soon the album reaches its climax but listeners will be so enchanted by Nicky’s vocals that they will play the album all over again.