David Gray - Flesh

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Music Review: The Best of Gray
Rating: 5 Stars

"What Are You?" is the only tune like that here, however. The rest are far more positive and musically in line with Gray's later efforts and they shine with an authenticity that the minimal production allows. "The Light," for example, is an exhilirating love song showcasing Gray's strength with lyrics. The song simmers nicely until near the end when Gray quiets the instruments and lowers himself to a whisper--then builds back up with a rhythm (both vocally and instrumentally) that chugs like a train and gets you grinning from ear to ear, realizing how beautiful love can be.

I'm not much into "White Ladder" or "New Day at Midnight" (Gray's latest CDs) though I believe that's due to becoming a fan early. It's not about his massive popularity now or perceptions of his recent music sounding more "commercial"--it is because there are two distinct periods of Gray's music and I prefer one over the other. His earlier work is more raw, folk-based, intense, and naked. This works for some while others prefer the smooth, sonically perfect production and softer lyrics.

I've found those with an affinity for "alt country" artists (Uncle Tupelo, Matthew Ryan, Steve Earle, etc) prefer Gray's pre-"White Ladder" albums. If that sounds like you, give "Flesh" or "Century Ends" (Gray's first album) a shot before the rest. Hopefully, however, you'll be the type to like both periods of Gray's music and be able to enjoy it all!

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Alternative Rock CDs

• Music > Styles
• Folk
• World Music
• Pop
• Rock