"High Wire" by Lamont Skylark

1/20/07 New CD Review : "High Wire" is an enjoyable rock CD centered around excellent songwriting. The songwriting includes lyrics that tell interesting stories about the band's life experiences, placed nicely into melodic, roots rock music with memorable choruses. The lead vocals have an interesting raspiness and solid pitch, and are blended nicely with harmonies on many songs. The production adds interesting subtle feels to the music, but allows the songwriting and music to be the focal point. The songs are an effective blend of interesting guitar licks on songs such as Timberline, combined with a solid rhythm section, backing piano and organ topped off with tasteful harmonica fills. The music ranges from upbeat roots rock tunes to more mellow numbers such as Angel and Margaret. If you enjoy rock artists such as Tom Petty, you will enjoy Lamont Skylark's "High Wire."