Americana Music News – Michael Kelsh takes his time and gets things right. The Nashville songwriter first came to our attention in 2001 with the release of his excellent “Well of Mercy.” A mere 16 years later, we have “Harmony Sovereign,” a compelling new collection. Little wonder that the album contains 16 beautifully crafted songs.
The songs cover an array of subjects, from the longing of “Better with Goodbye” to the quiet nostalgia of “House on 16th Avenue” and the striking “Death Penalty.” They’re unified by Kelsh’s intimate and reflective approach.
Kelsh is joined by talented Nashville neighbors, including Jack Sundrud, Siobhan Kennedy, Tammy Rogers, Paul Griffith and John Cowan.
If it takes this long to write and record something this good, so be it.