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Mirror by Monte Montgomery
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fave it Jam-band | Roots Rock
11 tracks | 54 minutes
Released Dec 2003
on Heart Music
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:52 Hopin' That You'd Slow Down lyrics BUY MP3 03:52 Hopin' That You'd Slow Down lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:52 Hopin' That You'd Slow Down
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 06:16 Mirror lyrics BUY MP3 06:16 Mirror lyrics "GIFT MP3" 06:16 Mirror
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:34 Let Me Go lyrics BUY MP3 04:34 Let Me Go lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:34 Let Me Go
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:39 I Know You By Heart lyrics BUY MP3 04:39 I Know You By Heart lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:39 I Know You By Heart
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:30 All I Can Do lyrics BUY MP3 03:30 All I Can Do lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:30 All I Can Do
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 04:15 I've Done Nothin' Wrong lyrics BUY MP3 04:15 I've Done Nothin' Wrong lyrics "GIFT MP3" 04:15 I've Done Nothin' Wrong
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:39 Tear Down the Wall lyrics BUY MP3 03:39 Tear Down the Wall lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:39 Tear Down the Wall
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:05 Took Too Long lyrics BUY MP3 05:05 Took Too Long lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:05 Took Too Long
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 03:48 Whirlwind lyrics BUY MP3 03:48 Whirlwind lyrics "GIFT MP3" 03:48 Whirlwind
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 07:32 When Will I lyrics BUY MP3 07:32 When Will I lyrics "GIFT MP3" 07:32 When Will I
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 07:08 Magnolia lyrics BUY MP3 07:08 Magnolia lyrics "GIFT MP3" 07:08 Magnolia
He slaps the neck like Michael Hedges, taps Van Halen-esque false harmonics,soars melodicallly like Eric Johnson and strums with the brutal attack of SRV. Montgomery has pushed the acoustic-electric further into the realm of virtuoso rock guitar than anyb
Editorial review
There are 11 tracks on Mirror, reflecting a wide range of styles and melody, each with its own charms and hooks. All of the songs were written by Monte Montgomery, proving that he is not only one of Texas' finest guitarists, he is also a top-notch songwriter. From the catchy pop of "Hopin' That You'd Slow Down" to the beautiful "Magnolia," and at all points in between, "Mirror" stands as one fine album. There are hints of Elvis Costello, Tom Petty, and, of course, Mark Knopfler, but Monte is far and away his own man when it comes to his music. There are subtle hints at influences, but he doesn't really sound like anyone you've ever heard before, and that is the primary draw here. That's what sucks you in, like a hyperactive Hoover. "I Know You By Heart" is a radio-ready pop tune if ever there was one, featuring a guest appearance from Arista recording artist and Grammy nominee Abra Moore; and "Tear Down the Wall" rocks with a Springsteen-meets-Joel vibe that will have you clamoring for a pen to join the Monte Montgomery fan club. One of the album's best tunes is a live version of Montgomery's borderline-reggae "When Will I," with Montgomery using his voice both to carry the melody and as a percussive instrument, spouting off words that often times sound like raps on a drum. The song was recorded live on the PBS stage of Austin City Limits, and the CD even features a video of the performance tailor made for your iMac or PC. Along with Phil Bass on drums and Chris Maresh on bass guitar, Monte Montgomery, who was voted best acoustic guitarist at the Austin Music Awards during 1998, 1999, and 2000, delivers an album that will continually find its way to the top of your stack of CDs. This is jaw-dropping guitar magic from a man who can get more different sounds out of his beaten-up 1989 Alvarez acoustic box than most players could get with five guitars and a rack full of effects. This is the cream, folks. Look for it to rise to the top soon. ~ Michael B. Smith, All Music Guide
Bio / Background
"Austin, Texas, has once again unleashed a phenomenal guitar slinger on the world. This time, however, the trouble comes on acoustic guitar. His impassioned attack evokes every great player he has ever loved. He slaps the neck like Michael Hedges, taps Van Halen-esque false harmonics, soars melodicallly like Eric Johnson and strums with the brutal attack of SRV. Montgomery has pushed the acoustic-electric further into the realm of virtuoso rock guitar than anybody before him."
- Jude Gold, Guitar Player Magazine
"There are not too many things in this world that impress me outside of sex acts and Johnny Cash’s pulse. But the first time I planted myself and watched singer- songwriter-guitarist Monte Montgomery perform, I was astonished. The man’s a true guitar genius, standing at the brink of six-string immortality.” -– Gordon Keith, Dallas Observer
"Austin is famous for its singer-songwriters. It's also known for its hotshot guitar players.
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