Back To California

RAYBURN BROTHERS BAND Back to California Brothers Craig and Keith Rayburn were raised near the chaparral covered hills of L.A. and now call the redwood canyons and crashing waves of Santa Cruz their home. As singers and songwriters for the Rayburn Brothers Band, they have created a brand of California roots rock that is unique yet utterly accessible. Their songs convey the essence of love, longing and pain in a way that only seasoned songwriters who have experienced the joys and travails of life can express in such heartfelt terms. The Rayburn Brothers sing from the soul, touching in their audiences a chord of the human experience that connects us all. Their new album Back to California is a compelling collection of songs ranging from the honest portrayal of long-term relationships in Go Down Easy to the hopeful, upbeat Back To California. Ordinary Love tells of finding extraordinary love, while Lonely Train speaks of love lost. Te Propongo and Hole In My Heart mix Spanish and English lyrics in a way that reflects the brother's California heritage. The entire collection of songs is infused with elements of rock, folk, country, reggae and jazzy blues that channel the musical influences the brothers gained growing up in the Golden State. All songs feature the effortless blood harmony of Craig and Keith, augmented by the dulcet voice of Eliza James that give the vocals texture and intimacy. Long time lead guitar player Nick Heinz adds fluid guitar lines evoking classic rock greats, while the driving drum beat is provided by local legend Jim Norris. Dick Tacklind provides sturdy basslines, and keyboard player Kevin Taylor weaves in and out of the songs with grace and harmony. This powerful and moving CD is full of surprises and unexpected twists. Eliciting comparisons to bands such as The Eagles, Neil Young, Los Lobos and Jackson Browne, the Rayburn Brothers Band's CD Back to California is well worth a listen.