ARTIST: Storyhill
TITLE: Storyhill
LABEL: Red House Records
GENRE: Folk
PLAYTIME: 41:36 min
SIZE: 51,1 MB
RIP DATE: Feb-23-2007
Track List
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01 Give Up The Ghost 04:10
02 Paradise Lost 03:14
03 Ballad Of Joe Snowboard 03:11
04 Highlight 03:08
05 Blazing Out Of Sight 04:25
06 Love Will Find You 03:03
07 Fallen 03:47
08 Sacramento 04:02
09 Happy Man 03:17
10 For A Song 04:07
11 Room In My Heart 05:12
Release Notes
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Storyhill's debut Red House Records release is a perfect blend
of Americana, folk and pop. The self-titled, largely acoustic
release finds the band at the top of their game - the result is
easily their most accomplished and realized album to date.
Featuring Chris Cunningham and John Hermanson, the acoustic
duo's sharp, observant songwriting creates instantly-memorable
tunes lofted by soaring, brother-like harmonies. With voices
reminiscent of The Everly Brothers and Simon & Garfunkel, they
create a sound both classic and completely fresh, while
recalling the early alt-country feel of The Jayhawks. Storyhill
has a deep appreciation for many musical styles--rock, roots,
blues and country. Mixing those influences with their own unique
sound, they have grown an impressive fan base that includes a
wide variety of music lovers. Infectious melodies and
captivating performances have made them favorites at clubs and
theaters across the country and have earned them high praise
from fellow musicians and critics.
Produced by Dan Wilson (Semisonic, Dixie Chicks, Trip
Shakespeare), Storyhill was recorded in Minneapolis and captures
a great live energy. While the album is largely acoustic, Wilson
provides some piano, bass and guitar parts, and Eric Fawcett
(N.E.R.D., Mike Doughty, Spymob) plays drums and percussion,
adding subtle textures and nice drive to Storyhill's 11 original
tracks. The songs weave in and out of hope and sadness, ranging
from thoughtful ballads ("Give Up the Ghost," "Fallen") to
up-tempo pop tunes ("Ballad of Joe Snowboard," "Love Will Find
You," "Sacramento"). The bittersweet "Blazing Out of Sight"
recalls a short-lived love while "Paradise Lost" laments the
increasing development in the Story Hills above Bozeman,
Montana, where both Chris and John grew up. Refreshingly
melodic, the songs on Storyhill are original yet comfortable,
fitting like a favorite pair of jeans.