Jason Sinay - Ape & The Wall Of Questions

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Jason Sinay – Ape& The Wall Of Questions
2011, Apus MaximusJason Sinay is a musician’s musician; a top-of-the linesession player who has worked with the likes of Jerry Lee Lewis, Neil Diamond,Dr. John, Neil Young, Keith Richards, Tift Merrit, Billy Preston and IvanNeville (among others).  The seeminglynatural born guitarist can play literally anything and play it well.  While Sinay has spent much of his career inthe background supporting musical luminaries, he is also quite capable as afront man.  The point is proved on hissecond solo album, Ape & The Wall Of Questions.

Sinay opens up with a bluesy-folk take on the classic“Jack-A-Roe”.  Sinay’s voice is competentand clear, but it’s his subtly impressive guitar work that takes center stagehere, evoking thoughts of such masters as Clapton and Knopfler.  “The Carney” commits to a relentless ennui,brought to life in a repetitive verse structure that is artistic and quietlyalive.  The story/portrait here isintriguing, exploring the life of a carnival man.  Sinay paints in broad musical strokes,highlighting it all with country accents on guitar.  This is an outstanding piece ofsongwriting.  “Next Revolution” takes yetanother turn, with Sinay offering up an Eagles-esque California Country styleballad.“Santa Rosa” invokes thoughts of Tom Petty, both in it’srelentlessly Americana sound and even in the tones of Sinay’s voice.  This road song is all about getting back tothe one he loves.  In spite of treading amusical trail that’s been covered thousands of times, Sinay manages to make itfresh and personal.  “I’ll Bring YouDiamonds” finds Sinay throwing off melodic and understated licks that are rightout of the Jimi Hendrix songbook.  All ofthis is done to the accompaniment of a sweet groove and a melody you’ll behumming/whistling for days.  On “GimmeThe Time”, Sinay works out the kinks and wrinkles of a working class love songin no uncertain terms.  Sinay’sdistinctive pop sensibility is dressed in Americana leanings, and the chorus isthe sort that gets crowds on their feet.

“Love Minus Zero (No Limit)” is a deeply symbolic song abouta love whose depths simply won’t be qualified in mere words.  This plays like an instant classic, as Sinaybrings together all of the elements of a great song for five minutes.  “Hey Mama” is a solid R&B roots numberthat hearkens back to the early days of rock and roll.  This entertaining and danceable number setsup the closer, a rock and roll kiss-off called “Bertha”.  Sinay settles into a classic rock sound forhis goodnight, perhaps coming full circle from his musical roots.Some might listen to Jason Sinay’s Ape & The Wall Of Questions and assume that he’s just showingoff.  Well why not?  Sinay is obviously a prodigious talent with asix string in his hand, and shows himself here to be more than a capablesongwriter and vocalist.  Ape & The Wall Of Questions is abreath of fresh air, showing off a talent that is still growing andbuilding.  Jason Sinay is an artistyou’ll want to catch on to early and follow throughout what promises to be anexciting career.

Rating:  4.5 Stars (Out of 5)Learn more at www.jasonsinay.com.