Colin Train could be just another acoustic singer songwriter if it weren’t for his diverse & twisted musical background. Having shared stages with Pharrell Williams, Jools Holland, Mick Hucknel, Basement Jaxx & even Clint Eastwood’s son (Kyle Eastwood), to name but a few, maybe helps explain his unique approach to music.
With an artistic blend of musical savvy, earnest writing, some life experience & an accordion, there’s no lack of vibrancy or surprise at a Colin Train gig. Add to this mix his band, including layers of vocal harmonies, driving double bass, ringing acoustic guitar, fiddle & thumping percussion; collectively create the perfect delivery for songs about life, determination & home.
Musical comparison: Celtic vibrancy of Seth Lakeman meets the roots-y passion of John Martyn.
Genre: Celtic Americana
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Honest, frank and from-the-heart, Colin's Quality vocals cut through - soaring, strong and very, very Scottish. Julie Fowlis
‘Colin has an impressive CV & has brought all his experience & talent to bear on this album. Tight riffs & focused hooks...take us to the end feeling better about life & delighted to have come across Colin’s musical togetherness.’ “Musician” - journal of the Musicians’ Union
“Train does much for the box’s (accordion) rehab, whilst proving that he’s no slouch in the horizontal ebony & ivory arts when he moves to Hammond & Fender Rhodes…. The songs themselves are painstakingly crafted & always passionately delivered”. R2 (RocknReel)
“In this world filled with over-processed, stale and sanitized rock and roll, Colin Train always sounds like a welcome breath of fresh air to me, and on his new Supertune CD, he continues along the very bold path of creating music that feels live, sounds real, and wears it's scars proudly on it's sleeve. Aside from being my favorite accordion player, Colin is also a dynamic songwriter, who inserts honesty and humility into his tunes like he has no choice but to do just that.” Chris Trapper (U.S Grammy nominated singer Songwriter)