David Ackles

The title refers of course to the famous Grant Wood painting; so does the cover art. It has
been over two years since we've heard from David Ackles, but American Gothic is well
worth the wait. The album bears repeated listening in order for its full impact to be felt.
Ackles is an important artist whose work eludes categorization. It has almost no relation to
rock & roll and a lot more to do with musical theater. American Gothic is an 11-pie... More >

"I won't get maudlin," Ackles promises midway into the second side, locking himself in the barn as the dappled stallion gallops to join his brothers and sisters on the open range with his mane flying free in the breeze. (Grade: C-)