About Patrick Lunsford
I'm a writer and learner who makes his living as an internal communications reformer and corporate simplifier. I'm also a music addict, freelance writer, Missouri native, late-night author, aimless driver, giant-squid avoider, recreational videographer, former journalist and dry-humor proponent.
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Album Review: Kensington Heights by The Constantines
Posted on April 24, 2010 | No Comments(originally posted on QFTJ in April 2008) The Constantines produce a range of sounds on their fourth full length album, Kensington Heights. The group’s vocals are gravelly, but later soften to a tender tone in the album. The instrumentation is a hybrid rock—with hints of... -
EP Review: Until That Day by Easy Star All-Stars
Posted on April 24, 2010 | No Comments(originally posted on QFTJ in March 2008) Easy Star All-Stars have spent the past decade (or so), mostly known for their reggae interpretations of other’s songs. Backed by a rotating band cast, the duo’s past two albums, Dub Side of the Moon (Pink Floyd cover)... -
Album Review: The Odd Couple by Gnarls Barkley
Posted on April 24, 2010 | No Comments(originally posted on QFTJ in March 2008) Gnarls Barkley embark on following up to their 2006 anthem single, “Crazy” (a song that seemed to be covered at almost every live show that year). From a collection of songs standpoint, this effort doesn’t stray much from... -
Album Review: Punch Brothers
Posted on April 22, 2010 | No CommentsPunch Brothers are a couple of fistfuls of indulgent modern bluegrass. Fronted by Nickel Creek band member Chris Thile, the band delves into what traditionalists call “experimental bluegrass,” treating the compositions like jazz and three act plays, at once. The group can boast one of the cleverer album covers I’ve... -
Album Review: Lust Lust Lust by The Raveonettes
Posted on April 20, 2010 | No CommentsThe Raveonettes return to their previous affection for distortion, filtered over mulling background beats and behind soft vocals. The duo’s sound for this album makes you feel like there are three walls between you and each note. The end product lacks mainstream appeal (not that they’re going for that —... -
Album Review: Asking for Flowers by Kathleen Edwards
Posted on April 20, 2010 | No CommentsKathleen Edwards released this album almost three years to the day since her last effort, “Back to Me.” The Canadian songstress comes across at times as a softer, more pop-focused Lucinda Williams, but still with just enough fault to her voice to be convincing in...