HAPPY CURMUDGEONS present, “Rustic Glory” A Vibrant Soundtrack to the Memories We’ll Never Forget GUEST REVIEW BY ADAM JONES It’s not often you come across a “special song” – that is, one that takes hold of the listener with a kind of magic, casting a spell that lingers in the mind and heart alike. “Rustic Glory,” the new single from HAPPY CURMUDGEONS’ second album, is one of those rare gems—a song that feels like a deep breath of nostalgia wrapped in golden sunlight. From the very first beginning it transports the listener into a place of warmth, memory, and longing, creating an experience that is both timeless and profoundly moving. The song opens with a delicate yet lively acoustic guitar arpeggiation, immediately pulling the listener into its joyful embrace. The groove solidifies as Todd Glass’ drums settle in, firmly commanding movement. Then comes a masterstroke—Billy Cox’s bassline. Playful, intricate, and infused with just the right touch of funk, the bass pulses through the song with effortless finesse, elevating the entire composition with a percussive and lively presence. Dave Hamilton’s voice enters with an intimate ease, akin to the heartfelt delivery of James Taylor but laced with a raw passion reminiscent […]