“Over Here Over There” by S.J. Armstrong

“Over Here Over There” by S.J. Armstrong

The term DIY is one that S.J. Armstrong can undoubtedly wear with pride in the music scene, as he has virtually created his latest album, “Over Here Over There,” single-handedly. On his third album, he not only took charge of all the sound engineering, mixing, and mastering, but also played most of the instruments himself. 

To leave nothing to chance, he also designed the cover. Naturally, he wrote and arranged all the music. It took ten months to complete and present to the audience.

Those familiar with Armstrong know what he values and what to expect. His characteristic vocal arrangements in the title track, “Over Here Over There,” immediately identify the artist. However, he has altered the soundscape: while the predecessor was edgy, this LP thrives on its mood and atmosphere. The vocal arrangements blend seamlessly into the overall sound, becoming part of a whole where the instrumentation is also given great importance. Rhodes piano, organ layers, and guitar layers combined with retro drumming create a wonderful sound.

Overall, “Over Here Over There” sounds calmer than its predecessors, with a compact and rounded sound that is not intrusive yet remains dynamic. My personal favourite on the album is “Well Known”.

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