Karl Stephen Brunig: Reviews

Karl Stephen Brunig reaches well beyond the roots of Gospel music with his latest album of finely written songs on “Distant Thunder.” Brunig has taken the traditional style of Gospel music and has spun a new twist with the genres of rock and blues with inspirational appeal. The lyrics and artistic arrangements will move you with uplifting attraction. The title track “Distant Thunder” kicks off the album with driving beats and edgy guitar riffs. Brunig's vocals are quite similar to Neil Young and Bruce Springsteen as you can hear on songs such as “Hiding Place” or “Nehemiah Man.” Taking the tempo down a bit to more of easy listening tempo, “What a Beautiful You” and “Silent Tears” are nicely performed with a sweet piano accompaniment. This album offers a selection of tempos and styles that draws you into wanting to hear more. Karl Stephen Brunig’s “Distant Thunder” is an enjoyable gospel album and will charm listeners who like more of a rock/blues feel.

Blues/Americana; compare to Jonny Lang, Tom Waits. His rugged vocals may take an acquired taste, but Karl Stephen Brunig demonstrates promise as a pensive songwriter and vibrant keyboardist/guitarist. This sophomore offering switches between Gulf Coast-inspired blues and roots rock that's ripe with intriguing improvisational texturing.

me n' Jesus and welcome to the new world have a real Steely Dan feel which is really cool. you are talented player and musician yourself. I appreciate your kind words about my tunes, Karl. I always dig hearing good things from not only other talented musicians like yourself, but also from brothers in the Lord. keep doin' what you do!

Shad

New Song by Karl Brunig: Silent Tears

So beautiful, Donna. While I was listening to Karl's song, I saw in a vision all these children (who were autistic in life) now with Jesus and their parents in Heaven being able to say in Heaven all the things they couldn't say in this world . And the parents hearts leaping for joy. I could actually see it. Expression came so easily to these little children. They were whole. Their time of suffering was over for them and their parents. Praise God!!!

What a beautiful, touching song. Please tell Karl I said so. In fact, mail him this e-mail. It will encourage him I'm sure.

Big hugs,
Mayrose