Mel's Shelves: Blog Tour: Hudson Lights

Friday, November 8, 2013

Blog Tour: Hudson Lights

Hudson Lights

Composed of 4 vocal artists from the Rocky Mountains, Hudson Lights creates a fresh fusion of contemporary pop and jazz like you’ve never heard before! World-class harmonies and consummate showmanship make this an unforgettable music experience. Equal parts thrilling, inspiring, and effortlessly charming, Hudson Lights brings a classy edge back to mainstream pop.

HUDSON LIGHTS will release their self-titled debut album November 12, 2013. They released a single, “Good to Me”, on iTunes in September.

The group is composed of four male vocal artists from around the country: McKay Crockett, Keith Evans, Joseph Moore and Ross Welch. Together they create a fresh fusion of contemporary pop and jazz music.

The upbeat album features classic covers of legends like Frank Sinatra and The Beatles. They also have several original songs.

Bob Ahlander, director of music at Shadow Mountain Records, says “Hudson Lights fills a void in the music scene.”

They have already had some notable performances. They debuted at the Marriot Center during the BYU Women’s Conference Concert in May, and placed 2nd in a contest to open for Kelly Clarkson at the STADIUM OF FIRE in June.

On November 22nd they’ll perform for a crowd of 10,000 as part of Deseret Book’s “Time Out for Women” event at the Maverik Center. Tickets are available here.

I was excited to receive a copy of Hudson Light's new CD for review. I haven't been to an event to see them in person yet but I've heard a lot of great things about them and knew that I was missing out! Their debut album is awesome! I enjoy great harmony, especially when it's men.

The first time I listened to their CD, I didn't look at the song titles but was just enjoying their music and had to sing along to "You Make My Dreams Come True." That's one of my favorite Hall & Oates songs and took me back in time. I also love their original songs, "Hold On to Me" and "Good to Me."

I also enjoyed the variety in their music. There are some upbeat songs along with slower ones that make me want to close my eyes and relax. I've listened to it several times now and enjoy it more each time. My children weren't too such about it at first but they also give it a big thumbs up!

Be sure to listen to and watch their YouTube video for "Call Me Maybe." I love this version and was sad that it's not on their album, for some reason. Whether you've heard them before or not, this is an album worth picking up!

My Rating=5 Stars