I was always told that the standard release date for music is supposed to be a Tuesday–who came up with that? And why? Anyway, I just saw an article in Rolling Stone today that said the “global standard” will now be Fridays, so this post won’t stand-out so much. In fact–I’d say this is cutting-edge. You heard it here first–The Deli New England is paving the way for Friday release coverage.
On that note, “No Moon”, the title track (and first single) from Doug Wartman’s new album is–for lack of a more profound phrase–a beautiful piece of music. The guitar work sounds like Nick Drake if he played Explosions in the Sky–definitely a very soothing listen. I was most impressed by the “strings” that are played throughout the piece. I was surprised to learn that the cello-like sound is actually a bowed guitar, which I find very unique. This effect, coupled with well-timed dynamic shifts, adds intensity and a bit of tension to the music as well. Overall, I’d say Wartman is damn good at writing a complex piece of music and I’m excited to hear what the rest of his album sounds like.
The record comes out April 10 via Eye Design Records and will be celebrated at O’Brien’s in Allston, along with guests Ghosts of Sailors at Sea and Sand Reckoner.
For more information, check out Doug’s Facebook page. Updates about the release show can be found here.
-Dan McMahon (@dmcmhn)
Album Art: Lynne Wartman