Release Date: April 26, 2019
Label: Tonework Records
Gerhard’s guitar playing is outstanding and that did not
come as a revelation considering his last effort was a 5-star outing. I decided
to just call it instrumental in regards to genre. He covers some ground so
making it all inclusive was the best route to take.
You will hear some biting rock and blues licks along with
some electrified cinematic jazz moments (‘Told You So”). “Gentleman’s Way”
really caught my ear, its upbeat and consistent rhythms and timings made it an
instant favorite. “Gold Rush” was another ear catcher, it sounds like a made
for TV soundtrack or commercial, actually anything cinematic that needed some
added color or depth, then this track would add those elements to it and make
it all complete. “Timeless” was superb
as well, another one for the highlight reel. One even better for the film
industry would be “Walking On Clouds,” with its orchestrated layers and
excellent reverberating jazz-inflected guitar notes.
To be perfectly honest, what is there on Songs Without Words not to like? I loved
the entire album. Although I am partial to guitar-based instrumentals, I do
require a high standard of listening pleasures and strong production values with
everything I hear. This recording gets an A+ in every category and is an
absolute joy to listen to.
I am sure Songs
Without Words will easily find a home with the contemporary instrumental,
jazz and easy listening stations streaming all over the globe. It has that durable
crossover appeal because Gerhard goes from strength to strength so seamlessly,
mixing all the genres. Every additional instrument to the guitar is just the
proverbial icing on the cake. There are many great moments to enjoy on this
album night or day, it all fits just like a glove to complete your day with a
smile in your heart.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
May 10, 2019
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Tracks:
01. Berlin Song
02. Talking Softly
03. Gentlemen's Way
04. All That Matters
05. Gold Rush
06. Timeless
07. Holding the Dream
08. Going My Way
09. Told You So
10. Walking on Clouds
11. The Early Passion
12. My Foolish Heart
Tracks:
01. Berlin Song
02. Talking Softly
03. Gentlemen's Way
04. All That Matters
05. Gold Rush
06. Timeless
07. Holding the Dream
08. Going My Way
09. Told You So
10. Walking on Clouds
11. The Early Passion
12. My Foolish Heart