Overall Impression "London Nights" is a stirring instrumental ballad from Chicago-based blues guitarist, Kevin Paul. This track features a smooth and sophisticated sound, thanks to a lush and ornate full-band arrangement that's constructed around a magnetic riff and highlighted by soaring strings, along with soulful organ and bright piano playing overtop a mellow 6/8 groove. Kevin delivers musical phrases that convey a sense of wistful nostalgia here, his pristine tone striking a sentimental vein with retro-inspired melodic ideas and evocative harmonic structures, while a dramatic bridge provides a powerful lift mid-song. Kevin Paul's "London Nights" should appeal to electric blues aficionados across the board, as well as guitar instrumental enthusiasts.

Strongest Point(s) Excellent production, great sounding mix. Fantastic arrangement and song structure, loved the bridge. Lovely sentimental melodic themes and great use of the minor fourth in the chord progression. Terrific laidback groove, rhythm section is locked in tight. Strings sound amazing, add a ton of vibrant color and dynamics. Piano and organ sit well in the mix and complement the guitar nicely. Incredible guitar tone and technique, just a wonderful sound up and down the fretboard. All in all, this is a tremendous instrumental blues ballad and a well-crafted composition that should resonate with a wide range of audiences. Stellar work, all around!

Target Audience Appeal Fans of Pop/Rock, Blues, Blues-Rock, Modern Electric Blues, Instrumental Rock, Adult Contemporary

Artist target suggestions Joe Bonamassa, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Jonny Lang, Eric Johnson, Al di Meola, Steve Morse, Jeff Beck, Robin Trower, Greg Koch

About The Reviewer
Steven Azami is a multi-instrumentalist with over 25 years of experience in the music industry. Both as a touring/session player and as a producer, his career has spanned nearly every genre from bluegrass to jazz, from rock to reggae. In addition, his work as a music educator has allowed him to cultivate and foster talent among the next generation of musical explorers.