Let me tell you something about Sun King Rising. This guy, John Blangero, is a true artist, no doubt about it. You can feel his dedication to his craft when you listen to his new album Signs & Wonders. I’m talking about tracks like “Lanterns on the Levee,” “Low Wine and Cruel Ruin,” “No. 6 Magnolia Avenue,” and “One More Story to Tell.” This ain’t just some ordinary album, my friends. It’s a deep dive into the soul of an artist who’s done hiding his passion. Signs & Wonders is a game-changer and a must-listen for all you indie-pop-soul connoisseurs out there.
Now, let me tell you, there ain’t a single track on this album that sounds the same. But there’s a smooth flow, even between contrasting numbers like “Anchorless” and “Alabama Nocturne.” You can’t ignore it, folks. Instead of sticking to predictable surface-level stuff, Sun King Rising took a more intriguing approach by defining the material through contrast. And let me tell you, it works! This guy doesn’t do things halfway. If there were any doubts before, this album shuts them down for good.
No dull moments, my friends. Instead, we get the meditative textures of instruments in “She Was a Blonde,” “Jubal Takes a Wife,” and “No. 6 Magnolia Avenue” haunting us relentlessly. Sun King Rising didn’t just try to be progressive with the tracklist. He wanted to keep us on the edge of our seats without relying on tired old tricks. He’s like Luis Mojica, creating art and theater without even trying. And let me tell you, that’s what makes this album so damn good. It’s not just for the prog-rock crowd; it’s for anyone who appreciates provocative and experimental music done right.
Signs & Wonders is an awakening, my friends. It’s a wake-up call for Sun King Rising and his loyal audience, who knew he was a gem long before the rest of us caught on. Yeah, he may still be underground, but this record proves he’s one of the best players in the game, whether he’s inside or outside the scene. He doesn’t need the establishment’s approval to shine. All he needs to do is keep making music like this. Keep it up, Sun King Rising!
