I give this CD, my highest rating, Five *****
Excellent CD...  Thoroughly enjoyed it...  Highly Recommended...

Sensational is not a word I use often, but it is a word that I must use when describing Neil Harnett's newest release "Somewhere". 

"Somewhere", which comes in at just under 74 minutes, is a wonderfully epic recording, beautifully layered with a good mixture of Neil's songs and songs from those for which I'm sure he has drawn a lot of his inspiration, such as Robert Johnson, Long John Baldry, Gordon Lightfoot.

"Somewhere", really takes you on a thought provoking and magical journey, due to it rich layering of Genres, such as Blues, Rock, Pop, and Roots, all melded together and presented in a clear and concise manner, respecting the listener, in all regards, and not over complicating it with a lot of Sound Room tricks.

From Somewhere to Sweet Home Chicago, Neil Harnett "Somewhere", I guarantee will not disappoint you. It is a Album that will surely make it onto my 2009 Canadian Top Ten  List and it will more than likely be very near the top of the list, if not Number 1.

Review by John Vermilyea Blues Underground Network

Other Info & Reviews

After a break from the industry, Neil has returned to his true passion with his ground breaking new release, "Somewhere". His live performances are better than ever, showcasing his trademark soulful delivery with a relaxed audience rapport and the ability to consistently inspire enthusiastic response.

Tracklist

1.Woh Yeh 
2.Soul Train Ride 
3.Instead 
4.Midnight Hour Blues 
5.Four Until Late 
6.Sweet Home Chicago 
7.By Myself With You 
8.The Trip's the Thing 
9.Never Quit
10.Bojangles
11.Home From The Forest 
12.Earthman 
13.Somewhere 
14.Faded 
15.Faded Reprise 
16.Home on the Range

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Bio

Neil Harnett (aka Neil James Harnett) has enjoyed such highlights as a Juno Nomination, three singles on the Canadian charts, two full length CDs, three videos with national exposure and shared concert billings with Jeff Healey, Chuck Berry and The Doobie Brothers. 

In 1988, Neil’s composition, Ain’t Good Lovin’ Enough was recorded by both Diamond in the Rough and Alibi. The Diamond in the Rough release made it to the top ten of the Canadian charts. The success of Ain’t Good Lovin’ Enough and the buzz created by Neil’s performances and growing catalogue of tunes earned him his own deal the following year. Neil’s debut CD, Times Like These, met with enthusiastic response when it was released on Bruce Allen’s Penta label in the spring of 1989. The title track made it into the Top Ten of the Canadian AC charts as did the first release, That’s What I Need and included a supporting video that was played on Much Music. Neil was also nominated for a Juno Award, as Most Promising Male Vocalist. National interest in Neil was at a peak when Penta suddenly folded, leaving him entangled in legal and contractual confusion. In mid-1995, finally free of the red tape, Neil entered Greenhouse Studios with some of Vancouver's finest talent and began recording a self-produced follow-up album. Rubber Room Day, received positive reviews and the two supporting videos for Nothing is Changing and Guardian Angel received maximum rotation on CMT. 

Tom Harrison from The Province - “...As the title suggests, this is a record that contemplates state of mind and emotion. It is a thought provoking as well as soul-stirring work...”

Tony Montigue from The Georgia Straight - “...Rubber Room Day is a well produced album of music that is firmly in the pop-rock mainstream. Harnett is a fine guitarist and a strong singer...”

Brant Zwicker Station Manager CFBX 92.5 FM Kamloops - “...Neil is one of those rare and talented singer-songwriters who are equal parts of both – first-rate vocalist and composer – and when his tasty guitar playing is added to the mix, it simply does not get any better. Whether performing solo or with a band, Harnett can rock the house, and then turn around and break your heart with but a song...”

Neil Harnett Live at the WAG

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