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Some kind words from the critics!
“His lyrics gravitate to the inner rather than the outer, focusing on guilt, zen, things like this. After sitting through this entire LP, I can honestly say I haven’t met a Gibbons tune I didn’t like, all of them what you’d hear from a more straightforward and less depressing Band of Horses.” Eric Saeger, Tokafi
“Sometimes the lyrical content of an album resonates so deeply that it remains on replay for the next three months. Mike Gibbons has accomplished creating such an album with Marigolds: The Bangkok Sessions, a beautiful collection that combines poetic storytelling with a mellow rock sound.” Sal Christ, UCD Advocate
“A fantastic album that underscores Gibbons ability to weave deeply personal tales through song. In addition to 11 standout self-penned tunes, Gibbons offers up an emotion-charged cover of Tracy Chapman’s “Talkin’ Bout a Revolution” which manages to eclipse the excellent original. The high point, however, is “Cobras in the Bushes”, a song so intense it gives me chills every time I hear it. Excellent album from a really talented artist.” Jeffrey Sisk, The Daily News: In Tune
“His third LP, Marigolds: The Bangkok Sessions, self-released back in April, is the ultimate therapy session in just under 40 minutes. With soothing acoustic guitar, dramatic cello instrumentation by Yair Evnine, and Gibbons’ rich and resonant voice that is both motivational and understanding, combined with lyrics like “don’t deny the world will spin; let the new season begin. Breathe it out and breathe it in” the album is a breath of fresh air. ” Good Times Santa Cruz
“The music on this cd is heartfelt. The vibe for each song is strong both because of Mike’s vocals and the way the guitar was recorded/played….this is a dynamic record that’s main focus is sound and emotion. “Peel Me Out” is a personal favorite.”
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