THIS NASHVILLE ARTIST IS A BEACON OF STORYTELLIN’
Let’s take a left turn here and head for Nashville. I have an old friend there who takes the country out of country (what?) Yes, sometimes country music gets too countrified and simple-like. Let me introduce you to Lance Cowan, who might be breaking out with his new album, The Air That You Breathe, on Patio Records. Lance’s professional journey is a study in the art of narrative, weaving through three distinct, yet interconnected careers that orbit the same principle: The Art of Storytelling!
He was a writer/correspondent, a public relations manager and a singer/songwriter. He as the Midas touch with his lyrics. He weaves his tales all through this album (his third). He seemingly has perfected his writing skills (and his vocals are very good). If musicianship is in questions, let me assure you that the players on his new album are brimming with high credential contributors – such as Dan Dugmore (James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt), Pat McGrath (Carrie Underwood), Phil Madeira (Emmylou Harris, Phil Keaggy), Bryan Owings (Emmylou Harris), Chip Davis (Alabama), Billy Davis (Dolly Parton) and Sam Bush and Jimmie Dale Gilmore.
Mr. Cowan’s stories take the clunky out of country, and he will intrigue and entertain the listener with strong characters. Certainly not your everyday country record. If you are looking for an alternative country singer with character who will entertain the hell out of you, then look no further.
And the music is fine.