An introspective and nuanced journey into David Taro’s artistic universe, ‘This Is Not The End’ reminds us of a sponge: soaking up 80 years of rock and pop history, the record delves into a myriad of guitar-powered references. Be it elegant 60s surf-rock, intimate folk stylings, or wholesome Americana flavourings. Whichever way you look at it, it’s clear that Taro is an incredibly gifted and enlightened musician, and he sure spent quite a lot of time listening to the classics!
A technically proficient guitar player, the British artist packs ‘This Is Not The End’ with a long tracklist of eleven stunning offerings. From mellow, acoustic bluesy ballad gems such as ‘The Arsonists’ and ‘Little Bird’, to more electrifying rock’n’roll excerpts, such as ‘Never Had a Love Like This’ and ‘Judy’. The latter also shares a certain modern indie energy, in a triumph of references and cultures. ‘Sister’ is incredibly elegant and poignant, a true vintage pop anthem.
Lyrically, David writes about personal experiences and emotional themes, sharing a slice of authenticity and self-resilience. As he explains: “I explore themes of family, love and memory; It’s the most personal set of songs I have ever written.”
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