The new album Donlands, named after a Toronto street and a theatre which it was recorded – is Jerry Leger’s latest release. His 14th to be exact.. And despite the album’s uber relaxed journey – it’s his finest to date.
Throughout Donlands, the listener is treated to a sonic landscape filled with brushed drums, twangy guitar, pedal steel, piano, and more – creating a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. Leger’s lyrics maintain a soft and approachable quality, making it easy for listeners to connect with the music. The only slight deviation here is the track “You Carry Me,” which, while not bad, may feel somewhat out of place..
Helping set Donlands apart is the infusion of some reverb and a modernized sense of pop music from the 50’s and 60’s. This unique combination breathes new life into the sound, giving the album a timeless quality. A significant contributor to this exceptional sound is the renowned producer/engineer Mark Howard, who has worked with many music legends.
Leger and Howard began their creative journey with 20 demos, that Leger had sent over… they then selected their 10 that would ultimately compose Donlands. From that point, each track served as a blank canvas from which the arrangements evolved.
– @meanwhile_in_music
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