Carl Groves
“Branch Upon the Ground”
Some of you might know Carl Groves to be one of the creative driving forces behind Salem Hill. Now Groves brings us his first solo album of which he wrote on his web site, “I took a scattershot approach to this record, unlike my work with SH. For example, no two tracks sound alike on the album. I've given nods to virtually all of my influences on the 11 tracks. Listening to the album, I think you'll hear a little bit of King's X, Pink Floyd, King Crimson, Kansas, The Beatles, Klaatu, and even The Chieftans.”
Listening to the album, it immediately becomes clear what Carl's role is within Salem Hill, since the sound is unmistakingly related to the sound of that band. Carl's enjoyable high vocals, the wonderful melodies and the close-harmony backing vocals that were also present on “Not Everybody’s Gold” can all be found on this album. Still, this is not another Salem Hill album. The songs on “Branch Upon the Ground” are more straightforward, leaning more towards melodic rock rather than progressive rock. If I would have to make a comparison I would say that this album is to Salem Hill what Neal Morse’s first solo album is to Spock’s Beard.
-review excerpts from Dutch Progressive Rock Page
This release deals with adult concepts and contains mild profanity.
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