My Son's Home (2009 Reissue)

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  2009

  James

  The third LP from New Jersey’s Roadside Graves is a raucous journey through nearly every corner of American music. The album feels rooted in American folk and heartland rock traditions without sounding trapped by reverence for them. John Gleason writes with a bruised emotional clarity that makes songs about work, family, loss, and endurance feel personal rather than archetypal. Gleason’s ability to use simple details to reveal universal human truths makes him stand out as a songwriter, and the 6-piece band never fails to further bring those words to vivid life. Hell, just listen to “Ruby” and see for yourself.