Search - David John, Handful of Luvin' :: Balance

Awesome Live

DR. G | portland, OR | 05/15/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"when you think that the album is sweet, see them live and be blown out of this world. Great show in portland, OR at Venue."

An awesome first effort.

Zach | New York, NY USA | 02/03/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Handful of Luvin' is clearly one of the best unsigned bands in the Northwest, and quite possibly anywhere else, for that matter. The singer/songwriter/guitarist, David John, sings with a passion and an energy unparalleled by most performers today. Fiddler Andrew Joslyn compliments David's style perfectly, playing sometimes moody and sometimes exhilirating parts. Bassist Patrick Files adds a harder edge and skillful backbone, while percussionist Mike Knight fills each track with a professional sheen.



Each track is beautifully constructed, emotionally devastating or uplifting (sometimes simultaneously), and reminiscent of historic and great albums of the past while remaining unusually original.



The highlights for me are "Pedestal," "Baltimore," and "Blue Light" but any one of the songs on this album could be your favorite."