Album Review: Josh Rennie-Hynes - February

Comparisons to the other Josh of the Pyke variety are warranted (the guitar part of Lucy and the opening of Erin), but this Woodford-via-Brisbane folk singer-songwriter has his own voice. Possessing a wonderfully honest Australian accent and smooth vocals, the songs are effortless and well constructed, the sincerity and unaffected performance refreshing. This is a gentle, flowing collection, though with an immediacy to the melodies. The aforementioned Lucy is a touching ode to a daughter never met, and 27 is the soundtrack to any chapter closing. Beautifully produced with an admirably light touch, this is a warm, generous record.