Album review: THE PETAL FALLS – Everything About You

Website [Release date 02.09.22]

The album has 10 tracks of which 2 have been released as singles, ‘Somebody to Love Me’ and ‘The Gift’ both of which were great indicators of what’s to come!

I’ve been a fan of this band since their debut album, ‘Workin All Night, Workin All Day’ and the notoriously tricky second album, “All These Years”, didn’t disappoint so presented their third album titled ‘Everything About You’, I am wondering if (and hoping that) this band can pull it off yet again.

From the opening track, ‘Somebody to Love Me’ there’s absolutely no doubt in my mind that this album will deliver, sounding familiar but new at the same time.

“…. I can’t promise you no caviar, I work hard for what I’ve got, if it ain’t enough, then baby that’s tough”

Next up is ‘The Gift’ with glorious harmonies to match the sentiments of the lyrics. When “The Sun in her Eyes” starts I’m fully expecting a ballad but the upbeat tempo soon moves this into another foot tapping, catchy track.

“Nothing New” immediately makes me sit up, with the opening reminiscent of an Aerosmith era classic, this is classic rock at it’s best and I love it, “Nothing new….that’s just about what I’d expect from you”

Next up is the title track, “Everything About You” and as I’m listening my mind wanders off to ponder the person who inspired the track, what a gorgeous song, how wonderful to be that appreciated, I hope whoever you are, you know how loved you are.

If music is a soundtrack to life events then this album is about “love” in every aspect, whether you’re in love or breaking up there’s something on here for you. “Hold On” is a slower track with a darker side “don’t give up”, “Testament of Love” follows suit and “The Chill of Love” also resonates “me and you … deja vu, I know it will never last”. “The Way You Walk, the Way You Talk” takes the whole album to a different level.

The closing track “Big Pond” is a classic rock track, leaving me wishing there was more – the album is going on repeat play!

The Petal Falls signature is catchy rock which doesn’t fit neatly into any category, it stands proudly out from anything else.

Keith’s lyrics will resonate with so many people, poignant, heartfelt and clever, he brings the reality of relationships and love to the fore in this latest offering. As ever his vocals are superb as are the harmonies, the whole production is in a class of it’s own, new yet familiar, big band sound, delivered perfectly.

This whole album is an absolute gift to anyone who loves their rock a little lighter, with a classic feel, it’s a belter! The Petal Falls, your music rocks and I am looking forward to what comes next. As the band say “Let The Music Do The Talking”, give them a listen, you’ll be in for a treat.

5 stars and added to my albums of the year list. *****

Review by Karen Clayton

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