New Music Critique: Jim Bush

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Contact: jbush001@neo.rr.com
Web: jimbushmusic.com
Seeking: Booking
Style: Singer-Songwriter

Based on immediate impressions of “The End of Me,” Jim Bush is hugely influenced by The Beatles. Yep, that’s a bit of a “well, duh” statement; who in the hell hasn’t been influenced by The Beatles, directly or indirectly? But still, there’s something in the sweet melody on that song in particular which recalls the Fab Four. “Natural Law” is more of a wild rocker, with Bush allowing himself off his leash for a moment or two. The songwriting is there, and there’s a lot of fun to be had. Bush’s voice has a warble to it which is a little off-putting, but it’s also part of his distinctive charm.