Christopher M Brown Rocks
What the listeners said
FV Music Blog of 'Tales From The Great Lakes 2023'
Editors of 'Eaten' Alive zine Donna Mairie-Devalle Walker and Derrick Moore award 5th SPL album 'Altered States' the No 2 position in their albums of 2022. 6th album 'Tales From The Great Lakes' would be awarded the No 3 spot for 2023.
Bug Bear Promotions. 2021
“Sun Pinned Leaves - Already 3 albums in (and counting no doubt) Christopher Brown and Neil Faulkner are veterans of an always healthy Kent and Sussex music scene, which is probably how they manage to hone such musically sophisticated material imbued with a beach bum's sense of relaxed adventure. They also pull off the very clever trick of being incredibly eclectic (a drum and bass rhythm here, an Ian Dury like refrain there, a Britpop motif hither, a heart wrenching ballad thither) whilst not really sounding like anyone else. Brilliant pop music basically, belying their other (also ace) punk rock activities (Nuffin to see here).” Bug Bear (Concert Promotions) 2021
Brazilian Blogger. 2021
“Sun-Pinned Leaves is a British band which has been gaining notoriety since the release of their debut album. Formed by Christopher Brown as vocalist and Neil Faulkner as multi-instrumentalist. With musical talent the duo have been in business since 2019.
Sweet Sedona features an animated instrumentality of rhythmic beats and guitar together thus creating the perfect soundscape to address happiness and summer. ”
Tony Smith. Sounds of the Suburbs (Promoter/Record Store owner. 2021
Next up new to the shop, a bit of change of pace, just had a listen to this, and is very enjoyable, Americana/country rock n roll from Sun-Pinned Leaves
Rock n road is a fine album, nice one Christopher Brown and Neil Faulkner.
Nigel Martin. 2021 - Xtraverts Vocalist
Set my CD player up today and thought I’d give this little gem a listen if you like something a bit more laid back this is perfect on a hot sunny day or just cruising in your car I really enjoyed it particularly track 5 a thing called love followed by another one promises (nothing changes) and also tracks 9 and 10 savanna mama followed by as the sun sets in the west well done SPL so different from what you have been doing and look forward to your progression. Xtraverts
Craig Eagle (Eagles Nest Radio) 2020
“So much great beauty in this song! It's a must to listen and sit back and let the lyrics take you to Monterey Bay"
Michael Dirkson Big Giant Indie Radio S.A) .2020
“When we receive a gem like 'No More Tomorrows' well, that makes our day” (Michael Charles Dirksen
Pete Saxer - Radio Presenter 2020
“Sun-Pinned Leaves are an extraordinary duo producing unique and memorable tunes in a wide variety of styles. Simply put, they are refreshingly eclectic.”(Pete Saxer Unknown Sounds / Revenge FM) 2020.
Derrick Moore - Eaten Alive Zine 2020
“Sun-Pinned Leaves release their third album and possibly best to date. 10 tracks all display witty, pertinent lyrics that takes the songs to a higher level, whilst retaining that familiar upbeat dance-orientated SPL sound”.
(Derrick Moore - Eaten Alive zine)
Donna Hanson (Communication Official John Denver Fansite) 2020
“Beautiful! You have captured in words and music our John! Eagles, Colorado mountains, sunshine on my shoulders, love gone away. Thank you!” (Donna Hanson - JD fan @music and communication official John Denver Fan Club)
Mike Reynolds Radio Pesenter (Winchcombe Calling UK) 2019
“It (‘Theories of Destiny’) presses all the right buttons for this seasoned lover of music. Mellow vibes to straight out rock”. Mike Reynolds (Presenter Winchcombe Calling) 2019.
ILLUSTRATE
The Independent Music Magazine
Review: BODIE
by Sun-Pinned Leaves
September 2022
https://illustratemagazine.com/
Sun-Pinned Leaves has blessed country fans with their latest 2022 album release “Altered States” which is their fifth album. After the opening of happy, country tunes and hum-along vocals played on “Voyage of the Mayflower”, the second track “Bodie” sounds like a mellowed-down beauty with the perfect blend of Americana and fast-paced folk creation.
When the UK artist Christopher Brown collaborated with his incredibly talented pal, the multi-instrumentalist Neil Faulkner to create this, they channeled their imaginative love for a leftabout town called Bodie into it. The track is timed as the second shortest in the entire album. However, don’t let it fool you because it is a mashup of Christopher’s amazing vocal devotion embedded with many layered harmonies in its backing vocals and a brilliant country-esque solo by Faulkner in between. The song is calming to the ears, perfect for unwinding with a cold beer after a long day, watching the sunset from your porch.
There’s a storytelling borrowed from an American country club in its lyrics, and a whiff of Texan energy within its guitar riffs. The overall musical tone gives off an incredible synergy between Christopher’s vivid lyrics and Neil’s consistent and outstanding play. It kind of takes you back to 1970s, when this mighty duo met and discovered their passion for writing and creating music. If you’re on a search for new songs to add to your Sunday morning chill or road trip playlist, Bodie by Sun-Pinned Leaves is a guaranteed and exceptional upbeat choice.