The new CD, Feel That is the winner of the 2007 Detroit Music Award for Outstanding Acoustic/Folk Recording.
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Review of Feel That • John D. Lamb
"There’s a great song on this album that we heard for the first time at last summer’s Blissfest: “Look Out for Deer,” about a downstater in his four-wheel drive “comin’ round Boyne Mountain” on his way north. Lamb nails the exhilaration of the Up North experience as the driver in his song heads for the ski slopes and the good times, while wary of the whitetails on the road.
Although Lamb hangs his hat in Royal Oak, he’s a frequent performer in the Little Traverse area throughout the summer, bringing a touch of Midwestern folk-rock to the region. Lamb writes thoughtful songs with a wry touch -- he’s a thinking person’s songwriter. You get the impression that “keeping it real” is more important to him than polishing every nuance, and he’s got a crack band backing him up that would do Lucinda Williams proud. With a laid-back, made-in-Detroit drawl, his voice and lyrics invite comparisons to populist songwriters ranging from Mellencamp to Steve Earle, with roots buried in the heart of the country."
Robert Downes, Northern Express Weekly, Traverse City, MI 5/10-07
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Review of A Novel Day
"Singer-songwriter John D. Lamb has spent most of his life in Michigan, but he writes songs as if he's spent his whole life on the road - which, I suppose, isn't surprising considering his busy touring schedule. A tireless performer, Lamb spends quite a bit of time trekking around the state and nearby areas, continuously winning new fans with his brand of Midwestern roots rock. His 1995 CD "A Novel Day" (Schoolkids' Records) demonstrates Lamb's finesse with simple, evocative and catchy songcrafting. The songs range from quiet meditations on broken relationships ("You Threw Me") and deferred dreams ("Matador") to bouncy, countrified pop ("I Want You Bad," "Don't Sound Sound") and straight-up roots rock ("Comin' Undone"). His songs speak with a Hemingwayesque world-weary romanticism, particularly in "Matador," which is something of an informal tribute to Papa."
-Lisa Wexton/Metro Times
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John hosts Lamb's Retreat for Songwriters every November. The 13th annual takes place Nov 1-4 and Nov 8-11, 2007. For info and online registration go to http://www.springfed.org/Songwriters.html.
John is director of Springfed Arts, a nonprofit organization. It's mission: To educate and inspire folks in the craft of writing, be it prose or song, the performance of works, spoken or sung.
For writers of prose and poetry, check out information on the 8th annual Walloon Writers Retreat, September 27 - 30, 2007, http://www.springfed.org/Walloonwriters.html.
Hi John, Once again, thanks for coming to SteeleStock again. The kids loved you. Hey, I was watching your utube video and I have written many, many poems that could be used as songs...however, I am no music writer. If you are ever interested in reading some, I'd love to send them. Laura
John, It was a very pleasant surprise to see you at the house concert this weekend. Thanks so much for the nifty T-Shirts...you are THE MAN and we love ya buddy. Looking forward to hearing your stuff again soon-
Hey John...how's everything in your cosmos? I am rediscovering myself - kind of lost since I have no 'youngins' anymore...no running around to soccer games and school events...it's all about me now - ME? So, I have been hiding out and waiting for Time to help me through this transition. I need to get out and hear some music! Take care my longtime friend, Lindy
Happy New Year, Sir John D. Lamb! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead - a "1" year...beginnings... To 2008! May it bring much joy, good health, limitless creativity, abundance, prosperity, LOVE and peace. That about covers it, I think? If I left something 'good' out add it to my list :) Lindy
Hi John. Missed you at the Raven but I'm out of town a lot. Anyway if you have a minute please listen to "Cheap Guitars" and let me know what you think (unless it sucks then no news is good news). I'll watch for your next Raven date. Jimmy
Salut!! Thanks for the add and for taking a listen....any comment or feedback would be great!..much appreciated!..i'm loving this time of year, any don't work too hard!!have a good Wensday!! Youna :)
John, its been great fun seeing you at the Positive Vibrations Wine Bar on Mondays. Hope it continues for a nice long time. We truly enjoy hearing your songs and fantastic performance. Craig and Nick
thank you thank you thank you. even after the long ass drive back to texas, the retreat was the most fun i've had in ages. what you do is truly an amazing thing. thanks so much for letting me be a part!
ciao giovanni sono in Italia in un paese chiamato Arcola in Liguria. Sto pensando a te mentre guardo le colline nel bellissimo sole italiano. Vorrei poter essere con te nel week end ma, capisci ... Ho detto di te e della tua musica a molte persone e spero di riuscire a farti venire qui per suonare nel futuro. Il mio amico Andrea mi ha aiutato a scrivere questa email. Non ho ancora imparato l'italiano, non così velocemente. I miei saluti a tutti, ci vediamo presto Ralston P.S. pasta alla bolognese è molto buona qui ma non come quella di tua mamma ....
John, You were so great on Sundy. Everyone loved your songs and great performance-what's not to love. Catch ya down. Thanks a million for ALL you do for this state's music community.
Thank You so much for the show at Carricks House. My husband and I have been together for 15 years - we've played Miserable With You about a hundred times since Sunday!!! You sounded great, Thanks!
Thanks for the songwriter's gig at Memphis...what a great night. I had a blast as always. Great job! Next month ought to be extra sweet! Talk to you soon...
Laura Huff says "Hey" and still won't talk bad 'bout the people I like to make fun of! Check out Rise Up! over on my MySpace.
