Luke O’Hanlon fights against his creaking emotions on his album The River Only Flows One Way.
Luke O’Hanlon – The River Only Flows One Way
Luke O’Hanlon is an intelligent singer/songwriter who knows the world and its breaking point. A gifted lyricist, the musician has crafted an album which stirs the emotions, and it has the power to rally thoughts and feelings. From the beginning of his record, The River Only Flows One Way, he gifts us moments when he feels the constraints of creaking emotions.
Lyrically, we’re taken on a journey of self-reflection. Through the words, O’Hanlon tells us love may have shattered, and that the dust has grown over reality. He’s so adept that he’s unique in his output too, ripping up the rulebook as he sings and bellows about lovers and thinkers.
Love plays a decisive part in this project, as O’Hanlon has delivered a love story full of challenge. The moments of tenderness do soothe, and the singer balances love and distrust so well while he plays his trusted acoustic guitar.
The acoustic flair is well managed. O’Hanlon puts in the work, and he breaks conventions even when under the pressure of providing hooks and tones. Every moment is precious here, and like a small revolution, O’Hanlon knows he’s done well.
‘’Luke O’Hanlon provides an expert acoustic album worthy of praise’’
Alcohol and Sodium provides the album’s opener. O’Hanlon has struck gold here, and the singer bellows with a gritty tone, while the lyrics ascend into a story of tattered love and destruction. He’s certainly on the warpath, guarding himself from the decaying optimism.
Mannequin is a folk song of power and reflection. Expectations are explored, and O’Hanlon sings about a girl and the world. The smiles are too thin, and the dreams are fading into black. Though the song is gracious, it rightfully pushes the man with the guitar to his limits. The tones secure a brilliant sound here too.
Cold Black Stone is another well-versed track. O’Hanlon veers closer to the edge and conveys through his writings a heart trapped in stone. His voice here is like silk, and his acoustic flair opens a new layer of brilliance.
Luke O’Hanlon provides an expert acoustic album worthy of praise. His work is commendable, and his talent endless. The River Only Flows One Way truly depicts struggle and love’s darker side, but the music transports and excites.
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