By Alex Carrier
The title is Over Easy but the effect is a satisfying menu of
music. This new cd by local group Warmed Over Boys is sure to
leave listeners feeling both satiated and wanting more.
Fans of the Boys will recognize the uniquely eclectic blend of
musical styles that makes their music so listenable. No matter your mood
or musical preference there is something on this cd to please everyone
and even offer some new musical favorites.
A six-pack of the dozen songs featured on the album are originals
from Boys duo Gary Burnette and Tom Evans. Even here you can see
the unique style of the group with a glimpse into the individual talent
of each artist.
 Evans’ I’m Goin’ Home is a great opener for the album. The
quick picking rhythms of banjo and guitar get hands clapping and toes
tapping. Evans second fast piece Kick, Your Heels Up, Sally gives
the duo another chance to show off their picking talents and vocal
harmonies.
It is Evans’ more reflective compositions Quiet Time and
English Garden however, that display a lyrical, sometimes poignant
quality. Words weave evocative visions of the good life and the listener
is enticed to become part of the image.
While Quiet Time is more folksy, it is English Garden
that betrays the duo’s love of the Beatles musical styles. Perhaps is
the soft moan of the bass or delicate strumming of the banjo reminiscent
of the Beatles Yellow Submarine. There is the hint of something
unexpected in the melody. I can picture Alice strolling through
Wonderland and I want to walk with her. Truly, Evan’s best on this cd.
 Brunette’s first composition Rainbow in My Backyard is one of
the most positive songs I have heard in too long a time. The music is
lively and the lyrics enlivening. As an obnoxious optimist, I can’t help
but love the message and long to hear it played again and played out by
others.
Not Crazy Enough, Brunette’s second original cut is a rollicking,
suggestively rowdy, tune perfectly expressive of Brunette’s quirky
personality. If you have ever had the good luck to see the Boys
in live concert, this song is exactly what you would expect from the
delightfully eccentric Burnette and you are happy to hear it.
There are some fine arrangements of others’ tunes to round out the
album but for me listening to Over Easy was like having a meal at
Chinese restaurant. I love the food, enjoy the experience, leave filling
satisfied but a few hours later, I am hungry for more.
Photos by Alex Carrier
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