Album Review of
Here To Distract You

Written by Joe Ross
July 2, 2017 - 12:00am EDT
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This solid band from The Netherlands has a personal connection with bluegrass, but their repertoire is actually very eclectic with influences of singer/songwriter, folk, roots, world, gypsy jazz and Americana. It’s a unique and appealing sound, and the band should be a big hit among those with varied interests. With every track being distinctive, one wonders what surprise will next cue up on Red Herring’s third album. It might be some bluegrass with an original “Rather Die Alone” or a cover of Chris Jones’ “Uphill Climb.” Or it might be a poignant rendition of Dougie MacLean’s “Garden Valley.” Scandinavian and Gypsy jazz elements are heard in “Pigs Upon a Ninja.” The album features some special guests on Dobro, Uilleann pipes and banjo. It's interesting to hear the pipes within the context of a bluegrass original, "Rather Die Alone." You can tell that this talented quartet works well together, likes to share the spotlight, has fun and enjoys making music that moves and inspires. (Joe Ross, Roots Music Report)