John Arter & the Eastern Kings Built a Red and Blue Striped Monument to Resilience in ‘The Many Ways’

The Many Ways by John Arter & the Eastern Kings, which wound its way onto the airwaves on April 24th, is steeped in Americana reverence, puts the emotive vocals front and centre, and carries the timbre of a roots-deep Eddie Vedder through the instrumental arrangement as it crescendos through overdriven guitars and a percussive pulse that keeps you anchored in the eye of the affecting storm. Clearly an outfit who have learned the art of intricate arrangements that visualise the pain manifesting through the lyrics and vocals, John Arter & the Eastern Kings are so much more than a breath of fresh air; when it comes to the real deal, they hold all the agony-streaked cards. As an anthem of resilience that allows pain to permeate every sonic pore, The Many Ways is a testament to the trials we all endure as we follow our thorned paths. John Arter leads Eastern Kings with a voice that floods rooms and leaves an indelible mark. Together, the band orchestrate a sound built on cinematic energy, layered emotionality, and a rare synergy, brought to life with rousing guitar solos and the haunting textures of live violin arrangements. With their fusion of country, folk, […] The post John Arter & the Eastern Kings Built a Red and Blue Striped Monument to Resilience in ‘The Many Ways’ appeared first on A&R Factory.

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The Many Ways by John Arter & the Eastern Kings, which wound its way onto the airwaves on April 24th, is steeped in Americana reverence, puts the emotive vocals front and centre, and carries the timbre of a roots-deep Eddie Vedder through the instrumental arrangement as it crescendos through overdriven guitars and a percussive pulse that keeps you anchored in the eye of the affecting storm. Clearly an outfit who have learned the art of intricate arrangements that visualise the pain manifesting through the lyrics and vocals, John Arter & the Eastern Kings are so much more than a breath of fresh air; when it comes to the real deal, they hold all the agony-streaked cards. As an anthem of resilience that allows pain to permeate every sonic pore, The Many Ways is a testament to the trials we all endure as we follow our thorned paths. John Arter leads Eastern Kings with a voice that floods rooms and leaves an indelible mark. Together, the band orchestrate a sound built on cinematic energy, layered emotionality, and a rare synergy, brought to life with rousing guitar solos and the haunting textures of live violin arrangements. With their fusion of country, folk, […]

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