Asher Brinson is not just good for a 16 year-old, he’s real-deal good. His songwriting, lyrical perspective and overall feel for bluegrass music are that of a seasoned veteran and his youthful voice is already high and lonesome. He has attracted the attention of established bluegrass musicians who join him for this album, including Smith Curry, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Justin Moses, Sierra Hull, Sam Bush, Lindsay Lou, and Jason Carter. The title track finds him convincingly singing from a point of view beyond this years. "Been thinking back, down through the years/ Things I should’ve said, not facing fears.” In “Lonesome Hobo Song,” he sings from the point of view of a 1929 teenage vagabond, making it sound more like a bluegrass classic than the work of a high schooler. Brinson’s guitar picking is solid, sensitive to the melodies and emotions of the songs. This young man is confident enough to put his own spin on “Seven Years in County” penned by Billy Strings (that crusty old veteran of 33!). “Low Hanging Fruit,” credited as the first song he ever wrote, has a lot of what makes Brinson special. The effortless quality of the guitar work and vocals is perfect for the melody of the song.
Asher Brinson has been authentically smitten by bluegrass and is ready to take his place in the vibrant scene of young musicians who are continuing to evolve the genre.—Michael Devlin
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