Rachel Decker, Craig Roy, George Dimitrov and Tom Pearce are the Oak Hill Drifters. The band formed in 2014 and last year they released The Iris Sessions. It’s a five-song EP that lasts around twenty minutes.
The inaugural strides are orchestrated by the evocative "Carpe Dame." Here, the auditory curtain rises to reveal a soundscape that pays homage to the spaghetti western ethos. The listener is immediately ensnared in the mystique, akin to Tarantino's cinematic mastery. Rachel Decker's vocal prowess is the vanguard, an indomitable force that effortlessly guides the listener through the dusty, sun-soaked expanse. "Rusty," emerges as a finely-wrought synthesis of rock and country, a testament to precision in musical craftsmanship. Within its rich tapestry, there's a whisper of surf rock, subtly woven into the fabric of the lead guitar melody. Catchy vocal harmonies dance through the airwaves, inviting listeners to let loose and succumb to the vivacity of a live performance. "Fair Game" is a solid song, evoking echoes of Tom Waits while conjuring a vivid mental tableau reminiscent of Eastern European traveling circuses. The Oak Hill Drifters infuse their unique essence into this song, seamlessly blending elements. A tantalizing oboe flits through the composition, and towards the song's denouement, an exquisite solo unfurls, leaving listeners rapt and enchanted. Beneath the canopy of the most Americana-infused offering, “Believe Me, Iris,”beats the heart of a potential hit single. Infused with an unbridled forward momentum, it exudes an aura of mass appeal, a siren's call to music aficionados far and wide. The Oak Hill Drifters hit their stride here, crafting a song that promises to etch itself into the collective consciousness. "Shindig," as the name implies, bursts forth as a jubilant celebration. This exuberant composition is a sonic fiesta, marked by the delightful inclusion of the accordion—a veritable cherry on top of the auditory cake. The Oak Hill Drifters, once again, showcase their knack for creating sonic landscapes that are as festive as they are jubilant. I thoroughly enjoyed this EP and look forward to hearing more in the not too distant future.
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10/2/2023 12:23:54 pm
Thank you so much for the lovely article! Well written and thoughtful reviews like this really help the small independent artists, and we’re grateful!
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