Graham Alexander – Self Titled (Self Released)

Graham Alexander debut album is catchy well written slice of power pop. The opening track Don’t Give in Tonight reminds me of the 90’s the way song is structured, written and performed. It’s an energetic rocking number that show off what he all about. Biggest Fan shows off its influences but it’s another winning number well written, catchy, sung and performed. Only Fools Rush In has a 60’s vibe going for it. The way the piano is used to the use of trumpet and trombone. It’s another solid track. Paralyzed is another song that has a 90’s vibe going for it. It’s not as energetic as the opening track but still shows off the song writing, lyrics and vocals.  The Light That Guides You Home is another song that has a 60’s vibe going for it, well written performed and sung. I love the use of the acoustic guitar here. Replace Me has a heavier tone mixed with a 90s vibe going for it. The way the guitar is performed and how the song is structured. Solid song.  World Without You is one of the picks off the album for me, such a solid tune I love the way the guitar is played, the vocals and how the song is structured. Hang Around is another good tune, I love the vocals on the song, I love the use of the backing vocals and the way the piano is played at the intro of the song. Have A Good Life is my pick off the album for me, it’s the power pop piano ballad on the album, I love the way the song is structured, the way the piano is played, the musicianship, vocals and melodies. The last song On The Outside (Looking In) is a catchy tune that will make you want to get up and dance. I love the use of the piano, the way the guitar is performed. This is a solid debut for an artist, even tho it’s 2 years old, this is very much worth a listen if you want to hear a fantastic singer songwriter is doing some good stuff and Graham is it and get it now.