Review BLACKBERRY SMOKE ‘Be Right Here’

In the meantime 24 years in business, Blackberry Smoke belong to the established bands when it comes to Southern Rock. The band premiered in 2003 with ‘Bad Luck Ain’t No Crime’ and it was the third record that meant a breakthrough for the band from Atlanta, Georgia.

‘The Whippoorwill’ went into the US- and UK-charts and the following albums could strengthen the band’s position.

Rock fans in Europe got more and more excited about the sound of the band also and regular chart appearances are witnessing the growing enthusiasm. This fanbase will now also welcome the newest effort by Blackberry Smoke.

‘Dig a Hole’ is not only the opener of the album but has also been revealed as a single prior to the album release. It is a grooving song with an essence of blues embedded. This blend is reflecting very well what fans can expect from ‘Be Right Here’.

Blackberry Smoke’s new longplayer comes with a ten-song tracklist and the guys use the entire playing field when it comes to country, folk, and rock. Spiced up with some Americana sounds the band releases captivating song that all include a positive vibe.

Regardless of if you listen to the calmer moments (‘Other Side of the Light’) or sanppy songs like ‘Don’t Mind if I do’; it is always the spirit of freedom and moments of joy that provide a good time. Not exactly light-hearted but always with a positive mindset, that’s how you can surf through these ten well-done songs.

Another song one should’ miss is the energetic and dynamic ‘Hammer and the Nail’ with a chorus that invites immediately for a sing-along.

‘Be Right Here’ is an album that shows the greatness of folk and rock. These songs are not about furious riffs and wild screams. Instead, listeners get offered grandiose songs that go straight to the heart and at the same time the swinging melodies give an authentic smile on your face, even in tough times.