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Alan Ovington's Album Review - 22 August 2024

From Bowling Green, Kentucky, Kyle Daniel recently released his debut album, Kentucky Gold. With influences ranging from The Allman Brothers Band to Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kyle Daniel’s music pays homage to the rich tradition of Southern rock while carving out a fresh, modern sound.

His ability to fuse classic rock elements with contemporary country sensibilities has garnered some high praise from critics. At the centre of Kyle's southern sound is a guitar hero, storyteller and songwriter who has built up his audience the old-school way, by hitting the highways year after year, playing everywhere from dive bars in Tennessee to the Shepherd's Bush Empire in London, taking in key UK & European festivals along the way.

Kyle began playing bars before he could legally drink. Music was in his blood. His father played banjo in a local bluegrass group, and his mother played bass and piano. He followed in his parents' footsteps by becoming a hotshot guitarist, winning the Kentucky Blues Challenge at 17 years of age and placing in the finals at the International Blues Challenge one year later.

Kentucky Gold delivers a superb collection of tracks, all co-written by Kyle, that resonate with authenticity and passion. From the anthemic opener “Can’t Hold Me Back” to the infectious summer anthem “Summer Down South” featuring The Cadillac Three, each song on the album showcases Kyle’s distinctive vocals and electrifying guitar work.

Kyle says, “This album represents years of dedication and a deep love for the music that shaped me. It’s a blend of my Southern roots and the diverse influences I’ve encountered along the way. I’m incredibly proud to finally share these songs with the world.” 

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