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A short but sweet review by Bryan Bance from Americana UK:
“Unspoken is as bare bones as they come featuring Meister’s deep, gravel-throated singing – think Waits, Hiatt and Dylan on a good day – and nimble, finger-picked acoustic guitar, with some subtle electric guitar and harmonica backing. With no studio trickery to back him up, it’s up to the songs and delivery to handle the heavy lifting and they certainly do. Highlights include the sweet ‘Tiny Bird’ and the slightly more sinister ‘Digging For Gold’ where Meister’s captivating mix of folk and blues are on full display.”
Read the review in AUK Shortcuts here!
Jaks Schuit from Real Roots Café reviews Unspoken, highlighting the guitar playing and darkly poetic storytelling. Noting the “almost minimalist” instrumentation, Schuit continues that “A.P. Meister’s voice, lyrics, and guitar define the sound and substance of the music (…) It’s as if he’s picked up his guitar in the listener’s living room and is giving a solo show.” While remarking that the music might not be the perfect fit for a sunny afternoon, Schuit concludes:
“That dark evening, even a little rainy, will come around again. Then Unspoken is the ideal soundtrack.”
Read the review in Dutch at Real Roots Café here!
Having reviewed Above & Below (2013), valsam at Belgian Rootstime highlights the laid-back and contemplative feel of Unspoken, suggesting that blues, folk, country and a touch of jazz blends into a unique sound.
“The nine songs on Unspoken certainly prove that he remains as gifted a songwriter as ever.”
Read the review at Rootstime (in Dutch) here!
In a first review of Unspoken, Pär Dahlerus at Musikpulsen finds it easy to dream away to the laid-back, guitar-laden music and the singer’s pleasantly raspy voice.
“It’s wonderful to just sink into a safe bubble and drift away listening to this fine album. It offers a moment of tranquility, well needed in today’s fast-paced world.”
Read the review at Musikpulsen (in Swedish) here!
Had a fine evening playing upstairs at Sköldpaddsön in Stockholm. Very cool venue.
