L LINKS Turbo EP by Jamie Cullum review – An honest review

L LINKS Turbo EP arrives via welcome records. Based out of Los Angeles, California, L LINKS Turbo EP is the follow-up to last year’s well-received The Magician. The band that created The Magician was Thomas Coleman, and now he has teamed up with longtime friend/collaborator Michael Gaffney to create a new album called L LINKS Turbo EP. Here is a brief synopsis of the album and what you can expect from it:
The artwork for this album is quite spectacular. It really pushes the limits of traditional picture album layouts but still maintains a sense of fun and whimsy. There are several different artists and designs to choose from. I especially liked how they chose “Star Wars” pictures to illustrate the songs on the album. It brings a touch of realism to the music and lends a sort of nostalgic feel to it all as well.
Speaking of music, the L LINKS Turbo EP contains many songs that you would expect from a traditional metal songbook. It has the usual heavy metal sound that many people love, mixed with influences from jazz, classical music, alternative styles, etc. There is also quite a diversity of music on the album, which is another characteristic that differs from a standard metal album. It mixes genres very well and offers something for everyone. The tunes are catchy, but not obnoxious in any way.
I particularly like some of the songs on the album. One called “Reinventing You” showcases the band’s ability to draw from many different genres and combine them into one masterpiece. It contains elements of rock, pop, classical, hip hop, techno, and many more. On top of that, there are plenty of memorable guitar solos performed by Coleman and co-writers Mark Whitfield and Aaron Reeves. The album artwork also features many different images such as Star Wars, clouds, lightning, and other imagery that you might associate with the band. The band has always done an excellent job of promoting their music and this album further proves that.
The songs on this album are all wonderful examples of what L LINKS is all about. I especially like the track titled “Wish You Were Here” because it’s a fun and catchy tune that will get you moving, whether you’re dancing your heart out to the beat of the music or just stomp back and forth to the music. In many ways, this song takes you on a journey through the different aspects of the band’s music and also illustrates some of the band’s influences.
Another great song on the album, entitled “A Boy Brushed Red Living in a World of Black and White,” is a great example of L LINKS humor and melody. The lyrics reveal many interesting aspects of the life of a typical high schoolboy. The overall tone of the song is a positive one, reminding us all of the many great things that we can learn from other people if we just take the time to listen.
There is one other track on L LINKS turbo ep that may very well become a hit single. It’s called “Reinventing Yourself.” This song is a ballad that exemplifies everything that Linkedln is about. It contains powerful lyrics, beautiful guitar work, and just about the perfect mix of sound. If you like country rock, you’ll love this song. In my opinion, it has to be one of the best songs L LINKS has ever created.
Overall, the music on this CD is outstanding. I could listen to it for hours and not get bored. It contains good-quality, punchy melodies. The production of the music is top-notch. And, of course, the lead vocalist, Jamie Cullum, does a fine job of capturing the unique sound of his instrument.