By
Bob Silvestri
The advent of computers and the
affordability of home recording units has allowed many a talented performer
to bypass the record company weasels and make their own music. The ability
to perform, produce
and distribute one’s own music has been a plus to bands like Acoustically
Insane. On their release Best Of Times, the band consisting of Michael
Skowronski, Robert Van Houten and Michael Buntich all on acoustic guitars,
give you the feel of a live performance among friends.
Heartfelt and passionate throughout
the disc, the trio hits a nerve with some true tales dealing with everyone’s
dreams and emotions. Whether the hopeful message of Spread Your Wings
or Sometimes I Wonder or the cynical musings of Out Of Time
the band easily gets its point across.
A fine effort all around, the
music is best suited for those quiet introspective times or
to just hear great triple acoustic guitar playing from these gifted players. |