Hawken Horse the brainchild of hit Nashville songwriter Andrew Scott Wills has truly delivered a masterpiece with the new album “Hammered & Hewn” This album is a beautiful and captivating journey into the world of Americana, showcasing Wills’s ability to blend storytelling with rich musicality.
The production of these songs is top notch with professional and well crafted instrumentals that perfectly back Wills’s rich and captivating vocals. His voice is one of the most charming I’ve ever heard, instantly hooking listeners from the first note. The songwriting shines throughout the album with meaningful and original lyrics that bring the stories of iconic figures like Davy Crockett and Calamity Jane to life. These melodies are not just memorable, they stick with you, echoing in your mind for days.
The entire album is a seamless experience making it difficult to pick a favorite track. The recording quality is interesting with excellent production and mixing that highlight the beautiful instrumentation. As a fan of folk music, I deeply appreciate the hard work and passion that Wills has poured into this project.
I found myself completely immersed in the stories and the melodies. Each track felt like a chapter in a beautifully written novel, bringing history to life in a way that’s both enchanting and moving. I’m genuinely excited to see what Andrew Scott Wills has in store for us next. This is an artist to watch, and “Hammered & Hewn” is an album I’ll be revisiting often!
