Ross Jennings – A Shadow Of My Future Self (CD)
From Our Friends at Dutch Music Works
Best known for his work with Haken, Jennings has an undeniable appeal from uniquely soothing yet versatile voice. His captivating lyricism that has won the hearts of many and the minds of those who dare to unravel the layers of poetry and cryptic narratives.
Never one to shy away from his influences, he has openly disclosed his love for American AOR and mainstream ‘90s MTV’ arena rock, his passion for modern Indie/pop such as Coldplay, U2 & R.E.M., and even his affinity with the Nashville Country music scene. His influences and tastes are vast, coupled with a strong desire to have an outlet to expand his songwriting away from Prog-metal and into these arenas
This solo album finds Ross on a musical journey his fans have not heard him explore professionally before, writing very personal songs in what can only be described as a love letter to the genres that were the foundation of Ross’s musical inspiration. This album starts on the fringe of a country road, navigates indie pop, anthemic rock, power ballads and culminates in some epic prog.
Ross has the following to say about the project: “Despite my history, I rarely regard myself as a metal singer, so I was in desperate need to scratch a long time itch and make a record that appeals to the broader spectrum of my musical palette. With A SHADOW OF MY FUTURE SELF, I unashamedly wear my influences on my sleeve but this is the kind of music I always imagined I’d be making before I took the path less travelled into prog metal… Needless to say, this is somewhat more accessible and radio friendly stuff!”
Musicians:
Ross Jennings: Vocals & Guitars
Simen Sandnes: Drums
Nathan Navarro: Bass
Vikram Shankar: Piano, Keyboards & Orchestral Arrangements
Additional Musicians:
Kristian Frostad: Lap Steel Guitar
Danielle Sassi: Flute
Stig Espen Hundsnes: Trumpet
Jørgen Lund Karlsen: Saxophone
Sigurd Evensen: Trombone
Check it out:
- Ross Jennings - Rocket Science (Official Music Video)
- Ross Jennings - 'Grounded' (Official Visualiser)
Tracks:
1. Better Times
2. Words We Can't Unsay
3. Violet
4. The Apologist
5. Rocket Science
6. Catcher in the Rye
7. Since That Day
8. Young At Heart
9. Feelings
10. Third Degree
11. Phoenix
12. Grounded
13. Year
14. Be The One (Bonus Track)
Format: CD
Artist: Ross Jennings
Release Date: November 19, 2021