Across That River
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devon alves: vocals, songs, and national guitars
cate rags: accordion on havana too keywest
mad mickey lee: on havana to keywest, & jeanette
soozie creamcheese: mandolin on most
john seabiscuit: up right bass on across that river, boatyard blues,& pull of the road
djero: guitar on old friend river
derral: drums on across that river, boatyard blues, pull of the road, & havana to keywest
deva: vocals on whiskey song, & apple tree
ryan: sax
recorded by: long tall mike from newcastle at the shack
maya jensen: cover art
big thanks to those who helped make possible another bucket of funk |
REVIEWS:
Across That River
April 30, 2007
With album credits ending, "big thanks to all those who have helped to make possible another bucket of funk” I've encountered an album I begin to like out of principle. Upon listening Alves delivers a wonderful acoustic sound lying some where in a lost triangle between blues, rock and bluegrass. Opener, ‘Pull the Road’ is an excellent introduction to this pagan traveler on an album where Nature and rustic travels reoccur as much as David Grisman style mandolin cries. Other notables include, ‘Rainy Day’ a brief instrumental showcasing Alves, steel guitar skills. Also, When it’s time, a traditional slide guitar number, Boatyard Blues, and Apple Tree.
Reviewer: Derrick Mund
Across That River is truly inspiring. I haven't heard anything as pure in tone as it is in its message in a long, long while. I work at the radio station at San Diego State University (KCRlive.com) and we play it (at least on our weekly show) quite a bit... at least once a week. That is how I really got turned on to the album. Frankly I'd never heard the name Devon Alves before and feel blessed that I am now able to groove with your tunes.
Reviewer: philly b kcr college radio
You can almost tell where Devon Alves has been since his first album, Four Directions. The tracks on Across That River have his trademark thoughtful lyrics and that unmistakable National Steel sound. His Gypsy background and Spanish guitar style are emerging and adding complexity that takes his music farther away from traditional Blues and solidly into the broader genre of Roots music. The guest artists on this recording are spot-on and add to the old-time feel of Across That River. The timelessness of the songs is complemented by Devon's innovative musical style. The images inspired when listening to his new album may leave you feeling like you've just gotten off the road, thankful for your travels but so glad to be home.
Reviewer: DefianceRadio- Carolyn (aka dj Good)
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Four Directions
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buy four directions at CD Baby & iTunes
all songs written by devon alves
(accept mississippi which includes anjela rose)
devon plays miss penny
nation steel guitar
anjela rose plays her nickerson custom
production & engineering by dan dacri at the sound brewery in boston and the mellowrollers productions in Carbondale colorado
art deign and promotion by carolyn at good works
thanks to ruby, the bird dog for her cover art, and to the whole family of mellowrollers who have helped make this album possible |
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