First Listen: John Graham "Mirror Music"

It was last June that I first introduced The Mad Bloggers' readers to John Graham. John was working hard on introducing folks to his project at the time, Ascension Methods. I liked Ascension Methods and the music John was creating.

At the time I wrote that his music is one with a poignant message. What John Graham does is creates music he truly believes in. He steps way outside of the box of what would be considered safe music and gives you the music he thinks you should hear. His music is driven by thought provoking lyrics, coupled with cool beats.

You have to respect John for his persistence in delivering his message.

Today, John releases his debut album Mirror Music. And again, he doesn't shy away from making the music he wants to make.

When I interviewed John last July he wanted his music "to inspire dialogue and discussion." I believe Mirror Music, much like  Ascension Methods, will do just that. John wants you to know who he is. It's part of the reason he shed the name J. Qwest. He said during that same interview, "I reached a point in my life where I felt that it was time to shed stage names and give the listener "Me" with no veil or anonymity."

And Mirror Music is just that. It's John Graham with no anonymity.

I personally dig John's more aggressive flow on tracks like "Light's Revenge", "The Re-Awakening" and "It's That Serious." But I also dig the more laid back flow on "I Want You" and "Words & Music."

John Graham is talented. Mirror Music is fresh. Give it a listen. And if you dig it, support it.

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