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A review by Christopher M. Aranosian
It strikes me as funny that "Friction And Contradiction" is categorized at ArtistLaunch as "pop", since this is truly not pop at all. Beps, you are writing vocal jazz - no shame in that, just get comfortable with the fact that you long ago crossed the line from pop to jazz. If you'd just accept that you are a jazz artist, then you wouldn't have to make any apologies for "ten-fingered chords", changing time signatures etc. Those 7ths and 9ths and suspensions in the vocal harmonies and chords are no problem for jazz people. Compare your stuff to Manhattan Transfer, Al Jarreau, Swing Out Sister or Basia, maybe even a little Level 42 - those are the kinds of acts that I think of when I hear songs from you like "Friction". Maybe pop-flavored, but you are still squarely on the jazz side of the fence. I enjoyed the tune, listened to it a couple of times, and definitely dug it - the 7/8 and 5/8 parts work fine. The chorus was a little too conventional or safe for me - with the edginess of the verses, I would have looked for you to keep at least some of that edge in the chorus - but that is just a subjective impression. I like it when you make music for yourself instead of for someone else. Your true compositional "voice" comes through much more clearly."
A review by Dene Marie Jomei
"Yes, very Steely Dan-esque, but with a twist. This has got more to it. I love the bass work, very nice. Keyboards are very tasty. The guitar is just as nice. And the vocals are soothing, emotive, and work so well with the music. I like the lyrics most of all. Finding the happiness in being you and knowing you is so important. Who cares if you want the same old things!"
A review by Bobby Shiflett
"Lord Bygon writes some of the best pop that I have heard in a while. A very embracing style of melodic pop that reminds me in varying degrees of XTC and Joe Jackson.... But more than anything, it reminds me of former JAM founder Peter Weller's pet project, "The Style Council". Great keyboard work abounds here. Give yourself a treat and check it out. You owe it to yourself. ...What, you're still here? Get going and listen!!!"
A review by Marc Friekman
"THIRST: I loved and hated it...First off, I listened to the song twice; it does remind me of old Chicago in bits, but that's not a bad thing. I think the musical arrangement is great: I love the chord progression, I wish the lyrics didn't contain so many cliches and that the lead singer was on key more. I also wish the production was a little better: Drums were way in the back as was the bass. Overall, a great effort that needs some polishing."
A review by 'Keahi'
"(The Same Old Things:) Another great composition from singer songwriter Lord Bygon. Love the groove and lyrics this song delivers, it's always a blessing to see all these artists utilize their God given talent. That's what it's all about sharing the gift. Beautiful work!!! Thank you Lord for the journey..........."
A review by Johnny Gnote
"Lord Bygon's piece "The Same Old Things" has a nice samba/bossa feel, I am a big fan of Brazilian music and he has captured the feel I have heard in many songs from that region. Good lyrics, solid melody, instrumentation and vocal are well mixed. Good one Lord Bygon."
A review by Sally Cooper
"I thoroughly enjoyed listening to the gem of talent contained within Lord Bygons' work today. His singing and writing is extremely passionate, his voice and the chord progressions and orchestrations within his music remind me of Spandau Ballet, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, and Tears from Fears (I love their music). Lord Bygon is a strong, distinctive vocalist, and his work carries an individualistic stamp of style that places him in an elite category.... I'd love to see him perform live, I bet he is also a great frontman, because his individual strength is really evident from listening to the music, I'll BET he is also a great performer."