Erik Rabasca

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I woke up this morning to this great review in Americana UK .Thank you Bryan Bance! Read here>> Connecticut singer-songwriter Erik Rabasca delivers his solo debut New Scrolls, a collection of eight roots-based songs that, from the start, make it easy to become immersed in the words, wrapped up in the gritty warmth of his voice and the straightforwardly arranged, country-folk stylings of the melodies. On the surface, the songs feel familiar, but on closer listen, it’s clear he possesses a writer’s eye for detail that really makes them stand out. It’s a wonderful work of music that fluctuates between the bare acoustics of the soulful Better Than What You Gave, to more fully fleshed-out numbers such as the lilting folk-rock of Love Resounds. The buoyant opening track, Wise Up, is an uplifting, lyrically astute number that suggests the best of the folk troubadours with its tasteful, well-played lead guitar runs dancing over a fluid bass line. The song is one of several that act as cautionary tales, including the melodic Foolin’ Yourself and the bluesy Ritual, Lies and Sin addressing current affairs, but without any pontificating, just thoughtful, incisive observations. Elsewhere, as on the majestic Come All Ye Faithfull, he finds room for some guarded optimism, aided by some lovely backing vocals. Recorded live and featuring the Connecticut Hope Collective, the spiritual, gospel feel of the final track, Try A Little Kindness, provides a perfect showcase for Rabasca’s rich, wholesome voice and an opportunity to conclude a perceptive and thoroughly enjoyable album on a hopeful note.