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Some time ago after we let him Sound Off, Jack Gibson wandered away from Austin and seems to have found himself in LA. Surprisingly, it appears to have served him well. We’re not sure what exactly to make of a Tenlons Fort album that is, if not uplifting, at least hopeful. Gibson’s pop has always cut bittersweet, and while all those tender crooning elements remain potent on his fourth (and quite possibly his best) album, Shelters, we kinda miss the downtrodden ditties (after all, misery loves company!). Apparently in LA, Gibson has given up drinking, which is good we suppose, though not a lifestyle choice that we necessarily condone. He also seems to have reunited with an old buddy - fellow former Austinite Will Courtney, who produced Shelters and is playing with Tenlons Fort at the LA release show for the album tomorrow night. You should probably know that Shelters is getting a limited pressing, and 50% of the sales go to help the homeless via what Gibson is calling the “Tenlons Fort Shelters Fund.” You can get a taste of the release below, and also pick up a copy when Gibson rolls into town for a show next Monday at the Cactus Cafe, with the Eastern Sea opening.
Mp3 from Shelters:
You Won’t Be With Me
Websites:
Myspace
