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October 11, 2008 @ 12th & Porter — Chris Milam Chris Milam Releases EP, and Rocks 12th & Porter to Celebrate the Occasion Currently based in Nashville, Chris Milam is a young southpaw from Memphis who has just released his second record entitled Tin Angel. Saturday night (October 11) Milam and his outstanding band put on an impressive performance to celebrate the release. Milam's got the Memphis blues in his blood, but his music resists stereotypes. For one thing, it's not his guitar-playing that's the focus—he's got one hell of a blues guitarist behind him for that. Rather, Milam writes rock/pop songs that focus the spotlight on his vocals which, again bucking stereotypes, are as white as snow. The odd pairing of blues with lilly white vocals may seem an unlikely strategy for success in the business of rock 'n' roll, but when it works the combination is reminiscent of Paul Simon's solo efforts. Milam's youthful appearance, boyish charm, solid vocals, and stellar backing band all make for an impressive live show that will continue to win over audiences. The Tin Angel EP, however, does not capture Milam's boyish charm, which is disarmingly appealing in his live shows. I've got a feeling about this kid. While there's certainly room for growth as a songwriter, he's heading in the right direction. —Vincent Wynne |
