Jordie Lane
This long-standing singer-songwriter's new offering exudes professionalism and versatility, shifting between a slow, meandering mood (sometimes carefree, pining at others) and more upbeat country ballads. Uplifting opener Here She Comes pairs a steady rhythm with clacking percussion, over which a boy-girl duet harmonise and croon in their country twang. Lane's powerful, wavering, folk-steeped voice continues in Dead Of Light – a sprawling, expressive folk tune. The next few songs lean towards more traditional country with their acoustic guitar and gentle, longing tones in which lyrics are clichéd. He plays 9 Nov at Thornbury Theatre.
