Massy Ferguson - victory & ruins (Spark & Shine)

Massy Ferguson have been described as alt. country and you can certainly hear elements of that in this, their 5th record, but thats only a part of their sound. Its rootsy, blue collar rock. Salt of the earth music you could say perhaps, the band are named after a tractor manufacturer after all...

"Hello" is an energetic opener and is a fine song though "Renegrade" which follows has more depth to it, reminding me of Southern rock even ending with a guitar solo akin to Lynyrd Skynyrd (only a lot shorter).

"2am beauty queen" sounds a bit Springsteen but is also mellow and rich in tone. "Compromised intentions" is a very country rock sounding song and is great. Like much of the rest of the album it is unpretentious, authentic and warm in tone and feel. A great album of depth and top tunes!