Damn deep grooves from Nick Water
house – a singer we've always liked a lot, and one who really seems to sharpen his edge here with some great elements from older R&B! Nick's already proved himself to be one heck
of a soulful vocalist – and this time around he picks up more grit from the pre-soul years – including some excellent twangy guitar, tippling piano, and snapping drums – all
of which bring out some very blue elements in the lyrics. The overall feel is somewhere in the territory
of the 50s 78rpm generation – particularly that
of the indie labels that recorded their own styles
of R&B – and the production follows nicely, with a very stripped-down feel. Nick's never too overdone – never tries to be too raunchy or over the top – just hits this great blend
of soul,
blues, and R&B in a very understated mode. Titles include "Sleeping Pills", "Holly", "Hands On The Clock", "High Tiding", "It No 3", and "Let It Come Down".
(Nice LP sleeve edition!)