If you were looking for a heartfelt, authentic musical throwback, you just found it. ‘Paint’ is exactly that, a nostalgic look at the rock and pop flair of the ‘70s and ‘80s wrapped in eclectic musicianship and imaginative lyricism. Behind such an extensive effort, we find Vancouver-based musician and songwriter Pennan Brae, conquering us with his heartfelt songwriting and melodic, relatable aural goodness. Whichever way you look at it, ‘Paint’ is a highly eclectic and anthemic body of work, an album that oscillates between power-pop euphoria and grittier bits.
According to Brae, The Rolling Stones were fundamental in shaping the record’s hidden blues-rock ethos. However, there’s certainly more to the story, with mentions of Bryan Adams and funkier influences. The drums are particularly solid and relevant, delivered by Clapton collaborator and drum legend Steve Ferrone. Pennan appears very proud of it, as he should. Besides, Ferrone being a part of the project makes it even more authentic and historically accurate.
Delving deeper into the album, Brae explains: “This is my best release to date. It was an honour to record with drummer Steve Ferrone for the entirety of the album. Sonically, I like what we accomplished at Blue Light Studio and the varying musical styles encapsulated throughout the release. I feel and hope it expresses the musical influences of the 1970s & 80s on a 2025 release.”
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