Categories: REVIEWS

Kevin Walsh – Not a Dry Eye in the House

After appearing on the music scene last year with the Autism Awareness-themed group Embrace the World, autistic Cork artist Kevin Walsh achieved tremendous success with his music, positioning himself in the #1 place on iTunes, #19 place on the Irish Homegrown Charts, appearing on Six O’Clock Show, and headlining AsIAm’s Same Chance World Autism Conference 202.

This year, Walsh decided to pursue a solo career, and his rendition of Meat Loaf’s “Not a Dry Eye in the House” is more than rock-solid proof of his talent. It is an outstanding take on a classic, where his magnificent vocal performance takes center stage with a perfect balance between low, mid, and high notes that emphasize flawlessly recorded and produced instrumentations. The sincere, confident, powerful performance perfectly matches the sonic backdrop built upon the mesmerizing piano themes, leads, and melodies, accompanied by moderate, well-accentuated rhythmic sequences. You will notice how the beat gradually becomes even more complex once the electric guitars start resonating with generous servings of distortion. The equally complex, vividly hearable, warm-sounding basslines contribute to the heaviness, clarity, and depth but also serve as a binding element between guitars and drums.

Photo courtesy of the artist.

You will also hear how “Not a Dry Eye in the House” slowly evolves into a richer and more luxurious atmosphere, just like the original song, and the back vocals and choirs contribute to the colossal sound. Walsh showcases how much Meat Loaf’s music means to him right with the introductory notes and beats and all the way to the closure. His soulful vocal performance is the centerpiece that keeps your attention in every segment of the song, while the marvelously recorded instrumentations offer tremendous support. His rendition undoubtedly sounds better than Meat Loaf’s version because he revitalized this timeless classic with his impressive vocal range.

The sound quality meets all the trends in contemporary production, and you’ll undoubtedly hear every vocal articulation, piano melody, chord progression, and beat invested in this marvelous rendition. Kevin Walsh thought about everything, and his effort paid off in an exceptional cover that will immediately become part of your playlist. You should check it out as soon as possible because Mike Walsh deserves your utmost attention. The single is available on all streaming platforms.

Djordje Miladinović

Hi, my name is Djordje and music is my passion. You'll probably find me at the gigs, in a local record store, distro or in front of my PC searching for some quality music to listen to. Do not hesitate to contact me. By becoming a Patron, you're keeping Thoughts Words Action alive. https://www.patreon.com/thoughtswordsaction

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