Search - James Keelaghan :: House of Cards

Should be Required Listening...

Gar W. Davidson | BETHLEHEM, PA USA | 12/19/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"For some reason, Canada seems to have an extraordinary wealth of highly talented musicians, artists and songwriters. Maybe it's those cold winters and the tendency to gather around the kitchen table and trade songs on those cold winter nights. Not sure.



James Keelaghan is one of those artists and his body of work is about as good as it gets, with a resonant baritone reminiscent of Stan and Garnet Rogers, and an ability to write great songs, often with an historical perspective, that will make your heart swell. This is the guy who wrote "Cold MIssouri Waters", about the Mann Gulch Fire of 1949. One of the most moving songs I've ever heard.



Some of these songs are going to become classics. Safe Home is a simple tune but it is one that stays with you after the last note falls silent. McConnville's is a gentle but moving tale of friendship. The title song, House of Cards, should be required listening in every business school in North America and beyond.



Check out this artist's other albums and live performances as well...you'll become a fan."