Review:

on 2013-02-06 Luke McQuillan Said:

Its hard to define what differentiates good pop music from bad. Some might say that good pop music needs to have depth and texture, while others say depth comes second to the simple feel-good nature of the genre. In the case of Telen Rodwell, he is in the rare position of commanding both.

The depth is supplied by the lyrical content, telling the tale of a young man coming of age. Storytelling and narrative is a common thread in Rodwells writing, linking in with an extracurricular interest in film making.

Meanwhile, major chords played on acoustic guitar, a strong chorus and a singalong intro bring the feel-good vibe of good pop.

This killer combination of brains and positivity makes Heart of Gold an exemplary start to Telen Rodwells catalogue. Well be looking forward to what comes next.

Rating: 8/10