Why do taxes even exist? I have to leave my hermit hole to redo my 2010 taxes because I missed one little paper…before I go pay Uncle Sam nothing he deserves, I thought I’d write down my thoughts on Lyon Apprentice’s Be Honest, Be Wild, Be Free, an album that’s fit for the mature 20-somethings out there who might hang with the music connoisseurs out there who are barely over 30 and like their pop rock with a sense of clarity and refinement.
“I Will Find You” is probably their strongest song as it showcases all parts of their well oiled machine off like a museum piece on tour. It’s soft, sweet and captivating from start to finish. As “Be Careful” rolls in you might get A Great Big World vibe – and yes, that’s based off the one hit they’ve had (and may ever have…). While those are prime examples of what Lyon Apprentice is capable of, I leaned towards the simpler “Beautiful Thought.” It reminded me of The Office’s Pam Halpert; minimalism of beauty.
As the tax time comes closer, I cringe at the thought of having to give up the pennies I make – but at least I can come home to songs like “Beautiful Thought” and escape those woes. If you’re into music that’s got a backbone, check out Lyon Apprentice’s Be Honest, Be Wild, Be Free, out April 4th.
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