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Eric Thompson - Manic + Organic
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 "Manic + Organic" is a pertinent title for Eric Thompson’s amalgamation of music. Thompson’s raw from-the-belly raspy vocal style will remind you of old blues singers like John Lee Hooker and country legends like Johnny Cash. I think diversity and color are the key words in describing what this entertaining CD offers. This is such an assorted collection of songs that I really must classify it as roots music. It’s just so flat out down to earth and emotive, I don’t know how else to explain it.
"It’s A Guy Thing" is a real hoot. It reminded me of the great 60’s song "Hot Rod Lincoln," complete with the monotone vocal take and spot on humor. The lyrics are so true. If you’re a man you will relate and laugh all the way through the song while tapping your feet and slapping your knee. I really appreciated the way Thompson jumped all over the musical freeway, changing lanes with every song, and he doesn’t do the speed limit either. "Turning On" is a hell-bent-for-leather rocker that may just catch you off guard after hearing some of his lazy kick back picking-with-a-grin type of musical atmosphere. I found it a nice change, and it helped me to appreciate what he was trying to accomplish on the album. "Metamorphic Blues" pretty much says it all right in the title, and it is a showcase for Eric’s talents as a blues singer and down home picker. The curtain closes on this musical kaleidoscope with some flair and taste with two superb instrumental reprises called "P + M" and "Three Souls." It shows how emotional he can be with his music even if it doesn’t have words.
The main attraction here is that you have a man that is able to convey his innermost feelings and emotions through his music, and also able to adjust his sound to fit the lyrics. That my friend’s is what real talent is all about. He keeps your attention focused for the entire run of the CD, and then if that isn’t enough, the longing that’s left in your heart when it’s all over will make you want to hear it again. Yup, this one got me addicted, and it will hook you to. And you know what? You will love every minute of it.
© Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck |
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