YOUR LIPS SAY IT ALL by JOSIAH GENTRY (Self-released CD)
Josiah Gentry is a singer / songwriter from Grand Rapids, MI whose gentle music and lyrical wisdom is amazing for an artist who is just 15 years of age. His debut release entitled Your Lips Say It All has been recorded, produced, and designed by Gentry himself, making this a true blue DIY recording. Fans of artists such as Bright Eyes, Backseat Goodbye, and Never Shout Never are sure to discover a lifelong favorite when encountering the melodious and thoughtful tunes Josiah Gentry has to offer.
Performed with mostly acoustic guitar and piano interludes on some of the songs, the tunes found within Your Lips Say It All are endearing. After a brief introduction, the CD kicks in with a burst of positive energy called Mic Check. Let’s Go is up next, infectious and instantly memorable – quite possibly the “hit single” that will gain the artist a good deal of notice. A Little Bit O’ Blues is just that, with Gentry showing a nice range in the songwriting department. Ignorance Is Bliss is another highlight; a melancholic tune that tugs at the heartstrings. Another track of note is The Mistakes I Made Yesterday, filled with a sentiment and longing that is compelling to behold.
With 13 songs this good (plus a surprise bonus track), Josiah Gentry obviously has a promising future ahead of him. Be sure to snag a copy of Your Lips Say It All and listen to it on a lazy sunny afternoon while thinking about the ones you love.
Info: http://www.myspace.com/themiddleseat! (Kenneth Morton)