This EP shows a songwriter finding his sea legs again, after extensive touring as a member of almost too many bands to count (most notably Canada, That’s Him! That’s The Guy!, and Saturday Looks Good To Me). The songs are hopeful and introverted, but with the melodies and elaborate instrumentation one would expect from this member of Michigan’s fruitful folk scene.
| “I am a fan of Michigan when it comes to indie folk and White Pines does not disappoint…#2 EP of 2009″ - Slowcoustic “I’ve been listening to White Pines EP A Face Made of Wood, for months now and finding it to be just the most peaceful, moving folk music.” “Joseph is an honest songwriter that pours out his heart and is not afraid to lay it all on the table, the more I listen to him the more I am captivated.” “It’s become one of my favourite releases of the year, full of rich imagery, gorgeous vocals and beautiful instrumentation.” “The trusty strums of an acoustic may be the base line of the tracks, but each and every track reveals surprises tucked into the folds or hiding in the shadows.” “…with a sound this honest and rootsy, its tough not to be seduced by “A Face Made of Wood” “Scott’s voice is sincere and optimistic, making the somber tracks seem more hopeful than heart heavy, yet the songs are rich with melodies and elaborate instrumentation recalling the best of the Michigan’s folk scene.” “A Face Made of Wood is exceptionally inviting, perhaps addictive.” “Each of the five songs comprising the 22 minutes of the album are thoughtful and compelling, and if you haven’t heard them already, you owe it to yourself to do so.” “…upon listening to the music I could have sworn I saw a couple of grey-white wolves peeking curiously at me through a screen door. Sniffing around and disappearing, they leave me with a feeling of wonder, hope and rejuvenation that transcends any particular season, much like the music itself.” “The songs are lushly well-recorded and touchingly well-written. Heavy with feeling, this is just a small taste of what this guy can do with a words, music and emotion.” |
Acclaim for Secret Chorus 
Acclaim for “An Army Life”
Dylan James Brock recorded a 9 song EP in the projects where he lived, an eleven-story mental hospital where the therapy of choice was crack cocaine. Locked in his bedroom for a good week, leaving only to walk to the local Burger King to use its wifi, he made “Down the Mad River.” It draws from all throughout his eight years of songwriting.
The three members of Recluse have been rocking together since they were teenagers. Their music is a drug that addicts a listener with hook after hook. The only way to get their tunes out of your head is to listen to them again. And again.
