Website [Release date 11.08.23]

This reviewer enjoyed Joshua Burnell’s last album, 2020′s ‘Flowers Where The Horses Sleep’ and with an artist not limited by genre boundaries, expectations were raised for ‘Glass Knight’.

With all music and lyrics written and arranged by Joshua Burnell (he also produced the album), he is joined by Nathan Greaves (guitar), Oliver Whitehouse (bass), Ed Simpson (drums) and Frances Sladen (backing vocals), plus a string section recorded at York’s Young Thugs Studios.

Opening with ‘Where Planets Collide’ the listener is treated to an immersive treat, from the strings through to the guitar, this is music done to max and with a fine attention to detail. Showing how topical the album is, the artwork for this single was generated by AI.

Elsewhere, there are shades of Mott The Hoople and Bowie on ‘Lucy’, which also contains the guitar solo of the album. Simply a wonder to listen to. In a similar retro style ‘Why The Raven Cries’ has the air of 70′s Chris de Burgh and John Miles, both fine lyrical storytellers at their peak.

Despite is apocalyptic lyrical theme, ‘Let It Rain’ is radio friendly and highlights the pop rock side of Joshua Burnell’s sound. This one has already been released ahead of the album and perhaps another single release could be ‘Don’t Lose Your Faith’. A piece of pop perfection with Nathan Greaves adding a short but sweet guitar solo.

‘Looking Glass’ is an ingenious take on the Snow White tale, with the piano and Joshua’s vocals the focal points of the song.

A musical work of genius that has lyrical depth, musical wonders and the melodious vocals of Joshua Burnell. With a bit of luck this will be the album to break him into the wider audience he deserves. ****

Review by Jason Ritchie

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