- Audio CD (5 Sep 2011)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: PROPER
- ASIN: B005CYMAV6
- Other Editions: MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 174,114 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Sean Taylor is an "Absolutely superb guitarist...reminiscent of John Martyn" Bob Harris (BBC 2). `Walk With Me' is "Beautiful and breathtaking ... truly magical album"
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Sean Taylor is an "Absolutely superb guitarist…reminiscent of John Martyn" Bob Harris (BBC 2). 'Walk With Me' is "Beautiful and breathtaking ... truly magical album" Love Music Hate Racism Sean Taylor's new album 'Walk With Me' was first released by the artist 12 months ago as a self-release sold from his website and gigs only. The reaction to the album has been so unanimously exceptional (Fanzine Fatea named it the Album of 2010 / BBC's Bob Harris and Paul Jones are major fans) that manager, Stuart Ongley whose involvements run from The Fall to Sir Cliff Richard through Eric Bibb and Lúnasa has decided to set up SGO Records specifically for the release of this one album. Ongley regards it as "a work of true art from a true artist - an absolute classic". 'Walk With Me' was produced by Trevor Hutchinson (The Waterboys, Sharon Shannon, Lunasa). Musicians guesting on the album include BJ Cole (Elton John, Sting, REM), Vyvienne Long (Damien Rice, Lisa Hannigan), Justin Carroll (Van Morrison), Dave Hingerty (The Frames, Josh Ritter) and Michael Buckley (Joss Stone, Mary Coughlan). Taylor is a stunning guitarist and live performer, touring constantly. Festival appearances in 2010/11 include Glastonbury (both years), Cambridge (both years), Beautiful Days, Secret Garden Party and many more. The artist will undertake a 15-20 date UK tour through September in support of the album release. 'Walk With Me' on tour Sep,02 2011 Freedom Festival HULL Sep,03 2011 Stratford-Upon-Avon Folk Festival Sep,04 2011 Weyfest FARNHAM Sep,06 2011 The Ironworks OSWESTRY Sep,07 2011 The Milton Rooms MALTON Sep,08 2011 Fruit HULL Sep,09 2011 Ulverston Sports and Social Club Sep,10 2011 Blue Walnut Café TORQUAY Sep,11 2011 St Ives September Festival Sep,13 2011 The Inn at Lathones ST ANDREWS Sep,14 2011 Ducks ABERLADY Sep,15 2011 Brel GLASGOW Sep,16 2011 The Castle WELLINGBOROUGH Sep,18 2011 Marr's Bar WORCESTER Sep,20 2011 Mrs Yarringtons BATTLE Sep,22 2011 Browsers LINGFIELD Sep,23 2011 Ropetackle Arts Centre SHOREHAM Sep,25 2011 Bicycle Shop NORWICH Sep,28 2011 Green Note LONDON Sep,30 2011 Korks OTLEY Oct,01 2011 Cluny2 NEWCASTLE Oct,02 2011 Continental PRESTON
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Sean Taylor is one of Britain's most promising acoustic / roots / folk blues performers around and his latest album "Walk With Me" deserves listening to by anyone serious about raw and exceptional talent showcasing some mesmerising songs and tunes that deliver on all levels. This is his fourth album following hot on the heels of the also amazing "Calcutta Grove", "Angels" and "Corrugations".
Sean's development up to and including "Walk With Me" and his ability to reach those certain parts of the brain (and soul) that very few others do when listening to an album throughout are self evident from the opening bars of "Perfect Candlelight". The mantra like "Hold On" adds to the intrigue and
mystery of the performer with some unique vocals that leaves you wanting more and features some great hammond work by Justin Carroll. There is no let up as "Slow Dance", the albums' title track and other songs including a sonnet written by none other than Shakespeare himself are delivered with utter craft, intimacy and sensibility.
With some gorgeous sax (Michael Buckley) on "Walk With Me", "Feel Alright" which is a more upbeat R & B number which really lets rip, "For You" and "She Moved Through The Fair" as well as delicious strings meticuously added to "Love Hate On" and "Poets" (courtesy of Vyvienne Long) other artists to feature are Trevor Hutchinson on Bass(Waterboys/Eric Bibb Band), Dave Hingerty on Drums and B.J.Cole - which speaks volumes for the album in itself!
I cannot and would not want to pigeonhole Sean's style on this album as being of any one particular genre because it encapsulates many different elements..... yes it's moody, bluesy, reflective, folkesy, thought provoking.... it's all sorts of things but it's pure, evocative, emotive, stimulates the mind and makes hairs on the back of your neck stand up and obviously draws some comparisons with a certain Mr. John Martyn. Why not find out for yourself?
Sean has featured on the Bob Harris radio programme, received numerous critical reviews, played at some of the bigger folk, blues, acoustic and roots festivals as well as many local roots clubs and pubs around. I have had the pleasure and privilege of witnessing him perform at some much smaller, intimate venues and was utterly surprised to find myself the first to post a comment/review on Amazon about this remarkable young man's "Walk With Me" and although I'm no expert, I can instantly recognise high quality musicianship when I hear it. Do yourself the biggest favour if you enjoy live music on an audible, intelligible level - if you see one artist performing live..... ever..... take a walk with Sean.
Sean's development up to and including "Walk With Me" and his ability to reach those certain parts of the brain (and soul) that very few others do when listening to an album throughout are self evident from the opening bars of "Perfect Candlelight". The mantra like "Hold On" adds to the intrigue and
mystery of the performer with some unique vocals that leaves you wanting more and features some great hammond work by Justin Carroll. There is no let up as "Slow Dance", the albums' title track and other songs including a sonnet written by none other than Shakespeare himself are delivered with utter craft, intimacy and sensibility.
With some gorgeous sax (Michael Buckley) on "Walk With Me", "Feel Alright" which is a more upbeat R & B number which really lets rip, "For You" and "She Moved Through The Fair" as well as delicious strings meticuously added to "Love Hate On" and "Poets" (courtesy of Vyvienne Long) other artists to feature are Trevor Hutchinson on Bass(Waterboys/Eric Bibb Band), Dave Hingerty on Drums and B.J.Cole - which speaks volumes for the album in itself!
I cannot and would not want to pigeonhole Sean's style on this album as being of any one particular genre because it encapsulates many different elements..... yes it's moody, bluesy, reflective, folkesy, thought provoking.... it's all sorts of things but it's pure, evocative, emotive, stimulates the mind and makes hairs on the back of your neck stand up and obviously draws some comparisons with a certain Mr. John Martyn. Why not find out for yourself?
Sean has featured on the Bob Harris radio programme, received numerous critical reviews, played at some of the bigger folk, blues, acoustic and roots festivals as well as many local roots clubs and pubs around. I have had the pleasure and privilege of witnessing him perform at some much smaller, intimate venues and was utterly surprised to find myself the first to post a comment/review on Amazon about this remarkable young man's "Walk With Me" and although I'm no expert, I can instantly recognise high quality musicianship when I hear it. Do yourself the biggest favour if you enjoy live music on an audible, intelligible level - if you see one artist performing live..... ever..... take a walk with Sean.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Firstly, I've met and professionally photographed Sean, when he was playing live. I liked him enough to get his latest CD.
I really did like opening the sort of gate-folded cd, which was like a journey in itself. All beautifully presented, a nice balance between Sean's roots, musically and physically and an album of `today'. It demanded respect, but in a fresh, unpretentious way. Photography too, was of a pretty good standard, suiting that `boy coming home' line. The line up of musicians really did whet the appetite, not that I knew or had heard of them! Just the decent and warm way they were described in the useful separate sheet.
Yes, it is really nicely recorded and produced. The first song didn't do much for me and is probably an introduction. My mood hankered for the song like 'Hold On', and I loved the film score/Doors sense of urgency and mysticism. Though it's not one of Sean's own songs - and indeed is one of the most/best covered of the traditionals, 'She Moved thru the Fair' (All about Eve did a great version) it really does lend itself to brilliant and catchy arrangements. His vocals are just right on this. This was my overall favourite.
I'm not so keen on the slower ballads, the double (forgive my lack of technical terms) vocals on 'Slow Dance'. To me, the vocals don't sit right, too soft and hushed. But, Sean's fairly youthful, time and a musician's life will give him a lived and characterful and individual sound. 'Walk with Me' is a fair title track, being the safe song that will be excellent in every live set. I would imagine a good driving song with that lovely laid back rhythm. 'Love Hate On', loved the strings but quietly wished it was Chris Rea singing, but enjoyed the adapted lyrics.
All in all, I was impressed with Sean's album; accomplished, well produced and beautifully presented. A young blues boy to watch out for.
I really did like opening the sort of gate-folded cd, which was like a journey in itself. All beautifully presented, a nice balance between Sean's roots, musically and physically and an album of `today'. It demanded respect, but in a fresh, unpretentious way. Photography too, was of a pretty good standard, suiting that `boy coming home' line. The line up of musicians really did whet the appetite, not that I knew or had heard of them! Just the decent and warm way they were described in the useful separate sheet.
Yes, it is really nicely recorded and produced. The first song didn't do much for me and is probably an introduction. My mood hankered for the song like 'Hold On', and I loved the film score/Doors sense of urgency and mysticism. Though it's not one of Sean's own songs - and indeed is one of the most/best covered of the traditionals, 'She Moved thru the Fair' (All about Eve did a great version) it really does lend itself to brilliant and catchy arrangements. His vocals are just right on this. This was my overall favourite.
I'm not so keen on the slower ballads, the double (forgive my lack of technical terms) vocals on 'Slow Dance'. To me, the vocals don't sit right, too soft and hushed. But, Sean's fairly youthful, time and a musician's life will give him a lived and characterful and individual sound. 'Walk with Me' is a fair title track, being the safe song that will be excellent in every live set. I would imagine a good driving song with that lovely laid back rhythm. 'Love Hate On', loved the strings but quietly wished it was Chris Rea singing, but enjoyed the adapted lyrics.
All in all, I was impressed with Sean's album; accomplished, well produced and beautifully presented. A young blues boy to watch out for.
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