by Chuck Dauphin
Maybe, just maybe, I’m going to surprise someone with this review. I got a package in the mail, asking me to listen to this disc. I’m not sure if they were requesting a review, as there wasn’t much in the way of promotional information included with the disc. But, I took one listen to this, and decided it was my duty to tell you about Patrick Rettig and his band. Because, one day—mark my words, you will hear him again, and I told you first.
This is just a great EP. One of those talents that only comes along every once in a while. Ok, that sounds like publicity hyperbole in overdrive, but I’ve got to tell you this is some pretty incredible stuff. Heck, even his bio really doesn’t tell me much. So, I will just write about the music, and believe me…it’s good.
The disc kicks off with “Still Rockin,” and rock….it does. It sounds like something Bob Seger might have done a few years’ back, but make no mistake, Patrick is not playing copycat. He keeps up the attitude on the driving “Royalty In Exile” (also the title of his full-length album), and waxes some amazing grooves on “Right Now.”
He’s got some very strong potential hits here. “Cruisin’ Daytona” is a neat story song that, given a chance, could be the next Southern Rock anthem, and “Anytime Around” has a sound that could make it a hit in so many genres. One of my favorites here is the charismatic “Dancin’ In A Dream,” which makes me want to jump on an airplane, land at LAX, rent a car, and go cruising up the PCH…..Any takers? Folks, this is what you call a star in the making. He’s ready for the big time…..I would love to hear a collaboration with Kid Rock or someone like that, as stylistically, they have a lot in common. Go ahead, remember the name. Patrick Rettig. But, also remember….I told you first!
You know you want more information….so go to www.rettigband.com!
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