Walk In The Sun

Many influences such as Tom Petty, Cheap Trick and U2 are explored on Walk in the Sun along with flashes of Crosby, Stills & Nash, southern rock and Latin. Matt Braaten's voice is reminiscent of Rob Thomas at times and at others it reveals the easygoing feel of Jack Johnson. Braaten's lyrical storytelling confesses of regrets in love, urban isolation as well as laments about health, age and our abuse of the earth, but all is not without hope as on 'Love Song' where he shares some intimate joys of a relationship. The rich and creative guitar-work on the album by Andrea Padilla will enthrall the rock lover as much as the romantic. Harry Ostrem, voted one of the best bass players in Los Angeles, works some magic here. Jon Siebels of Eve 6 (guitar) adds his touch to several tracks and well-known studio/live journeyman Eric Gardner (drums) is the raging undercurrent on the album. Talented guests Dave Siebels and Keith Dunton are also featured. 'Walk in the Sun' will rock you, bring you in close and then shake you up again.