It’s not often, as a journalist, that you get to review a Norwegian glam-jazz CD. In fact, I think this may be the first and only time this opportunity will ever present itself to me. And despite the ridiculous moniker of his chosen genre, Eric Ness really doesn’t disappoint!Eric Ness’ three-track EP is packed full of heart and soul; strummed indie-style guitars intermingle with trumpets and pianos to create a truly unique and interesting sound. Lead single All The Things You Are has an air of the gypsy-punk about it; its stripped down, uncomplicated structure is refreshing and unlike anything in the charts right now. Similarly Valentine is catchy and sweet, fuelled by a bluesy piano line that drives it forward at tremendous pace. Adding to the blissful insanity of Eric Ness’ music, closer Supah Glue wouldn’t sound out of place on the Grease soundtrack. As the song ‘doo-wops’ its way along, layer upon layer of harmonised vocals are added, giving the song an extra dimension. Throughout these three songs, Ness’ voice is consistently slick and emotional, the perfect vocals for this madcap meander through music.
Playful, inventive and upbeat, Eric Ness’ music appears to be the result of an odd smelting accident, combining the best bits of Fleetwood Mac, the Animal Liberation Orchestra and the Beach Boys, and throwing in a brass section for good measure! The easy-going inoffensiveness apparent in Ness’ songs is a fantastic release from the self-important pop music found in today’s charts, and is pure, unadulterated escapism.
Eric Ness’ EP is out now
More info can be found at http://www.ericness.co.uk/
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