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Music Review: Adam Fallon, "Slightly Used"
by Scott Juba
Published: August 9, 2006
We all have those moments when we’re listening to an under-talented, over-promoted artist on the radio and we think, “There has to be a hundred more talented artists who just haven’t been discovered yet.” Thankfully, gifted newcomers like Adam Fallon give listeners hope that there are still young artists committed to producing quality music.
Fallon’s latest album, “Slightly Used,” proves that he has just as much talent as many seasoned performers. His folksy, alternative rock style has a crisp edge that infuses emotion into his infectious songs. While “Slightly Used” has mainstream appeal, listeners never get the impression that Fallon is simply manufacturing music that he thinks will be marketable. The purity in his lyrics and the passion of his performances demonstrate that his music holds personal importance to him and has underlying resonance.
Particularly adept at conveying a wide range of feelings, Fallon’s latest effort easily transitions from songs such as “Gravity” (which deals with loss and missed opportunities) to uplifting tunes like “You are the One.” Still, the record’s best track may be the anthemic “Someday (As Far as the Eye Can See).” Fallon’s distinctive voice reaches its highest point on this track, and the song’s catchy chorus makes it memorable.
Now available at iTunes, CD Baby and other select music retailers, “Slightly Used” represents the artistic coming of age of a performer with the potential to draw a large fan base. If it’s true that all real talents will eventually be discovered, Adam Fallon is destined to be a star.
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