Album Review: Good Oak - Public Service

Queensland band Good Oak release a charming debut album built on the trio’s knack for affable melodies and their sense of well timed harmony.

From the opening notes of the first track, it’s apparent the boys have honed their niche old-timey songwriting to a fine point. Lead singer Stephen Ryan matches his weary vocals with resigned themes. The backup vocals from Brett Gibson and Thomas Busby cushion his continual fall from grace with their angelic voices, and while they can’t save him all the time, they do create an intriguing and conversational dynamic.