David Starr and Eric Stucky - Starr and Stucky
by Zena Grieg
published: 19 / 12 / 2024

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David Starr
Format: Download
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Accomplished acoustic album from Americana and blues singer-songwriter David Starr and mandolin player Eric Stucky which takes its listener on a melodic musical journey
Colorado-based Americana and blues singer-songwriter David Starr has released a new album with long-time collaborator, mandolin player Erik Stucky, following up on Starr’s 2023 release ‘Better Me’. Recorded in one take at Nashville Addiction Sound Studios, produced by Starr and Mike Prentice, ‘Starr & Stucky’ is an acoustic collection of setlist favourites reimagined: “This album has been something Erik and I have wanted to do for a long time……We have so much fun in our live show and are proud of how we’ve developed it together; taking it to the studio was a no-brainer”. ‘Starr & Stucky’ is a vibrant, novel blend of country, folk and blue grass. Highlights of this nine-track collection include: the catchy, up-tempo single ‘Good As Gone’, described by Starr as an “anywhere but here, get out on the road kind of tune”; the atmospheric, plaintive ‘Waiting In The Dark’ with its intricate mandolin; the emotive ‘Edge Of The World’ on the importance of hope and resilience; the rousing anthem ‘Rise Up Again’; and the exotic ‘Cabo San Lucas’ with its wistful tale of love. A stripped-back album, with soulful vocals and authentic lyrics, set against skilful guitar and mandolin accompaniment, ‘Starr & Stucky’ is an engaging listen and a welcome opportunity for audiences outside the USA to savour the music of this accomplished duo.
Track Listing:-
1 Good As Gone2 Waiting in the Dark
3 Don't Give Me Hope
4 Edge of the World
5 Alive Again
6 Rise up Again
7 Head and Heart
8 Cabo San Lucas
9 Night Rolls Around
Band Links:-
https://www.davidstarrmusic.com/https://www.facebook.com/DavidStarrMusic/
https://www.erikstucky.com/
https://www.facebook.com/erikstuckymusic/
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