Review: Zachary Luke “Time and Place”
Bringing different worlds together has always been what separates Zachary Luke from all other artists. His latest single “Time and Place” weaves folk into rock, creating refreshing chimes while classic and modernity intricately embracing its particular time and place in history.
With charming guitars and thought-provoking lyrics, Luke transports listeners to the heart of an American town, where lingering nostalgia for rock legends such as Tom Petty and The Beatles comes back in dreams. But what really makes “Time and Place” so haunting is Luke’s genre-bending treatment.
Since his debut release, the singer-songwriter has showcased an exceptional sensibility of pushing the boundaries between genres. “World Travel Blues” pits Bob Dylan-style folk vocals against the mournful blues. “Wave of Shadow” brings Nirvana’s unplugged vibe to mind while catching Luke in a heartfelt carefree mood. “Time and Place,” the third and latest single again shows a previously unseen side of his storytelling.
In the track, the infectious melodies are both in the foreground and the atmosphere, painting a vivid and emotive ambiance before the warm guitar brings in twangs and bends. The arrangement also seems effortless shifting the perspective of a black-and-white vintage aesthetic through a hint of futurism.
Hailing from Manchester, Luke is a rising star in the folk-rock genre. Pulling inspiration from the reverberant music history and his personal experience, his music style is both personal and appealing to universal audiences.
