‘Same Old Hurt’ is an album that feels like home, a record that welcomes listeners with open arms and tender, laidback character. Delving into Americana (or Canadiana, we should say), Country, and Classic Rock, the album showcases everything that Bill Wood and the Woodies have to offer: a stream of nostalgic imagery and magnetic lyricism, all delivered by a charming blend of guitars, fiddles, and stomping kinetic charge. Wood’s malleable and evocative vocals are the perfect match for ‘Same Old Hurt’.
Alongside head honcho Bill Wood, the project also features the Woodies in the form of Chris Bennett, Mark Shannon and Dino Naccarato. The quartet has been performing together for a long time now, and their musical alchemy is quite obvious. In fact, they have become a bit of a known reality in the Canadian musical landscape, grabbing attention from the national press thanks to their heartwarming and relatable artistry.
Delving deeper into the meaningful creative ethos that propels the album, Wood explains: “I made this record out of love and appreciation for my band. It’s been six years since the last record. Will I still be making records in six years’ time? I don’t know. We’ve been together for 15 years, and I love my band”. Well, while the future is a mystery, the present is crystal clear: ‘Same Old Hurt’ deserves your attention; it’s worth it.
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