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Brent K. Rogers
"Hmm...Works
In Progress"
Reviewed
by Mike Jones
Brent K. Rogers is a treasure of a singer-songwriter who hails from the
Northwest. Known among musicians as a "master recording engineer", his ability
to perform magic with their songs has made him much-sought-after for CD
projects. Rogers currently has his own CD out that clearly demonstrates just how talented
he really is. Titled "Hmm...", it is what he calls an eight-song collection of
works in progress. It is a fabulous collection of original tunes that showcases
him and his music.
"Sittin' in Denny's..." (written by Karen Kantor and Rogers, and arranged by
David MacFarland) features rich vocals and guitar work. It's one of the best on
this CD that is filled with a lot of great tunes. "All I Should Have
Said" is another noteworthy tune. The song has a brilliant
violin featured along with vocals possessing a richness that is becoming a
trademark for Rogers. The haunting Country song, "Love Got a Hold On
Me" (written by Rogers and
Kantor), is another standout on the CD. The featured steel guitar adds a unique dimension
to the tune that should become a favorite to anyone fortunate
enough to have this eight-song recording project in their record collection.
"Therapy in A Minor" (written by Rogers and MacFarland) has some great guitar
work that occasionally reminds you of some of the great "licks" that emerges
from "Hotel California" performed by The Eagles. "The Preacher's
Daughter"
(written by Linda Petty and Rogers), features some outstanding vocals. "The Air
That I Breathe", made popular by "The Hollies" in the 1970šs is brilliant as
performed by Rogers.
"A Love To Call My Own" (written by Kirsten Vanderwall, David Dickinson, and
Rogers) is probably the best song on the CD. The vocals and music makes Rogers
shine and best represents the wealth of his talent that is yet untapped.
"Back Again" (written by Rogers), however, is also clearly a contender for
best song on this CD and may be just that. Fast-paced, it shows that Rogers can
pick up the tempo and not lose his creativity and special qualities that are a
constant companion in his slower-paced tunes.
"Hmm..", a brilliant eight-song collection of works in progress, can be
ordered from PdxNewMusic.Com and purchased for $12 (which includes the cost of
shipping).
For additional information on Brent K. Rogers and his music, please check out
his website at bkirstan@PdxNewMusic.com
or call him directly at (503) 236-3899. He has been one of the featured
performers at the "Great Northwest Music" stage at the Cascade Geographic
Society's "Mount Hood Huckleberry Festival & Barlow Trail
Days" and the "Mount Hood Salmon & Mushroom
Festival".