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By SHARON JENNINGS
James Adkins gives roots-country music a new sound on his new album Brokedown Free Man Blues.
Adkins is an award-winning musician and it’s no surprise: His voice and his message resonate as in so many words he tells people to have hope and carry on through the gloomy times.
In the wake of so many people feeling isolated today, it’s a strong message.
Adkins has a lot to crow about. He is the 2013 South Alabama Flat Picking Champion, he toured with Big Virginia Sky, as part of Katie Rogers’ band he opened for The Band Perry, he opened for Taylor Hicks and he’s endorsed by Bedell/Breedlove Guitar.
His songs move between straight country and modern roots. But the sentiments are the same as they always were. There are promises of forever love, there are songs of hope and upbeat ballads that create good times.
Adkins calls Findlay, Ohio, home, but his songs appeal to those in any corner of the nation and abroad. What’s interesting is Adkins takes other genres of music, like samba, jazz and rock and mixes it all into this release. He’s the real deal no matter they style.
Brokedown Free Man Blues
Track List:
1. Don’t Say Goodbye
2. Oh Lord Virginia
3. Brokedown Free Man Blues
4. Mountainside
5. You Are So MINE
6. Ghost
7. Hard Road to Go
8. On My Mind
9. Madly On (Mad Leon)
10. Goodbye Trouble
Musicians:
James Adkins: Vocals and Guitar
Brandon Bostic: Dobro, Pedal Steel, Lap Steel
Ashby Frank: Mandolin
Tim Crouch: Orchestral Instruments, Mandolin, Banjo, Percussion
Scott Vestal: Banjo, Synth Banjo
Anna Edström: Harmony Vocals
Dale Lazar: Drums, Percussion
Steve Lazar: Electric Bass, Acoustic Bass
