Robert Frith has no trouble combining stylish blues licks, funky guitar rifs, pop lyrics, and a true Texas roadhouse flavor. Then comes the next song, and a totally fresh combination. His CD, "BOOGALOO" (TVel Records) is an island of well penned tracks, with the title coming from his daughter's nickname. This eighteen-cut offering is a true treasure from the Frith-ized “Jambalaya” to the crowd fave “Blew ‘Em Away.” Frith’s voice is memorable and powerful as he envelopes song after song with his smooth Texas style. One female fan told me that every time Robert sang, she smelled chocolate chip cookies. Go figure. This native Texan offers two other impressive titles, "THAT LONG BLACK RIBBON," (TVel) released with Frith's band, Third Coast, and his incomparable solo project, "PONTUNE," (TVel) which dons most of the members of Third Coast. Frith is inexhaustible in his writing, partnering with the likes of Douglas Greer, cranking out one great tune after another. Expertly co-produced by Robert Frith and Ernie Wells, all three discs are true food for the Texas music soul. From the acoustic excellence of "I Want To Feel" to the near-Blues Travelers "Now-A-Days," to the George Michael-ish "Filth", Frith captures the listener in stereo and doesn't let go. Frith ranks with Dana Cooper and Ken Gaines as one of the best song deliverers in the Texas music business. On a wider scale, I’d place Robert Frith right next to John Mayer any day. Meaningful lyrics, flawless orchestration, and innovative arrangements are the trademarks of this artist. No Texas music collection could be complete without these three Robert Frith titles. Get them now! You'll be the next Robert Frith fan. Frith is definitely one of the artists you would find in my five-disc changer, and for those of you who know me, those are hard positions to earn.
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