In a world where the majority of music is not about quality, Two Gallants gives us a brand of acoustic storytelling that comes across like a refreshing breeze of fresh air. On this sophomore release, we get a dose of the mellow vocals of Adam Stephens, vocals which are haunted by his emotionally wrenching lyrics. Not all of the songs are Dylan-like, though. For example, "Long Summer Day" brings something a little more upbeat (though the lyrics tell a gripping story). The sixth track, "Threnody in Minor B", comes across as inspired by another influential songwriter, Tom Waits. WHAT THE TOLL TELLS proves that these San Francisco natives are only beginning their musical journey and are sure to produce even more stellar albums. www.twogallants.com.
(Review originally appeared in the May 2006 issue of Skratch Magazine)
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