DOUG IRWIN is a musician that hails from Bellefonte, Pa who is very well noted for his songwriting. His songwriting is inspired by his daughter and stories about burning bridges, his Mom, sinners, veterans, old hotels and various other subjects.
The musicians on this CD are: Doug Irwin-Guitar, vocals; Junior Tutwiler, Re. James Harton-Organ;piano; Rene Witzke/Bryan Homan-Bass; Daryl Branford-Percussion; I.I. Wiggus/Sam Spurrier-Mando/Dobro;Daniel Collins-Fiddle;Daniel Collins-Fiddle; Jonathan Dexter-Cello; Kevin Briggs-Mando;Bill Filler-Acoustic guitar, plus.Megan Irwin, Miss Melanie Morrison Zeigler, Monica Brindle. Grace Irwin-vocals.
This 9 song was recorded,mixed, produced and mastered by Mark Ross and Bill Filer. RATTLE THE CAGE kicks off this CD with a great storyline , so listen closely. I love the 'feel' to this song.CHERRY BLOSSOMS is a sweet, laid back song that is stripped down to the bones, as you hear Doug's vocals run through your veins.This song is quite a gem.
CHALICES OF GOLD is quite an amazing treat as it's all harmonies on the song and not one instrument used at it. This song will get into 'your soul' as you clap along! Amazing song.PATRICIA JEAN reminds me of a song that The BYRDS could have done with ease as the melody is sweet and the lyrics are the best ever.The lyrics are perfect on this song with the perfect melody.
THE BRIDGES THAT I BURN brings this amazing CD to an end as he sings a soulful, laid back song that you could probably relate to. I want to give A BIG THANK YOU to DOUG IRWIN for being in touch with me. You can find Doug Irwin at: You Tube, Soundcloud, Apple Music, Facebook, Broadjam and other sites. ROCK ON, JIM ALLFORD [STEEL NOTES MAGAZINE.]
