THESE DAYS
“DuBose offers a superstar vocal delivery on each track of this twelve cut release. These Days is a remarkable project that employs some of the best pickers around. Some things are done to express artistic freedom, make good on a solemn promise, or to impress a girl. I’m not sure which caused DuBose to include Dylan’s ‘I Threw It All Away’ on the album, but it was a genius move. The song bookends a terrific disc that is masterful on many levels, making it one of true treasure releases of the year”.
“The second release from Texas singer/songwriter Clay DuBose has a retro late 80’s/early 90’s feel to it. The opening track ‘Long Lonely Life’ is a George Strait style honky tonk tune, while several tracks recall some of the early work of Dwight Yoakum. The Mavericks are another apparent influence. With strong tunes and an excellent supporting cast, this is a solid effort from DuBose.
“I’ve seen many of the reviews written about Clay and while they all sang his praises, just as I intend to do, there is more to Clay DuBose that sets him apart from many of his peers. You cannot pigeon hole him in any one package. He is in a class of his own, which I have dubbed Clay Country as he does what suits him and delivers it in his own unique styling.”
“There is a lot of rockin’ country in this CD, it is done well, and Clay’s great voice makes this album a must listen.”
Mule Dog Magazine
“DuBose delivers a healthy dose of C&W honky-tonkin’ that’s as natural as an old pair of Levis. His subjects run from hard luck stories to philosophical ruminations, and features tasty licks combined with catchy hooks and bridges. A healthy twist of leathery musical truth.”
Vintage Guitar Magazine
“At the recent Texas Music Awards, three Americana artists received significant recognition. Clay DuBose received the Rising Star Award.”
Radio & Records
“Clay DuBose is another strong vocalist and tremendous songwriter whose new release These Days is also reminiscent of releases from past eras. DuBose’s music has a steadfast traditional bent, even as he incorporates more modern arrangements and instrumentation on various tunes.”
Nashville City Paper
“It’s been too long since his last disc, which featured a killer country version of The Doors’ ‘Love Me Two Times’. This disc is more Texas in sound and scope, and shows a greater maturity in focus and performance – it’s essential stuff”.
“After scoring an impressive showing with his debut solo outing, Rewriting History, at Americana radio, Texas musical chameleon Clay DuBose has kicked things up a few notches with his sophomore effort, These Days. DuBose has fulfilled his promise by becoming a core artist for Americana radio.” Radio & Records
“Clay DuBose is a man with many interests and passions and it shows in his music. His latest album has risen into the Top 10 of both the Americana and the Roots Music Report charts immediately upon its release and continues to have an impact over 3 months later.”
Take Country Back
“These Days is a successful recording that will take Clay further in his career, establishing him as a strong voice in both Americana and country music.”
Singer Magazine
REWRITING HISTORY
“There’s no two ways around it. Clay DuBose is a little bit country and a little bit rock n’ roll, making both his music and voice distinct. He’s a refreshing addition to the country music industry”.
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“Singer/songwriter Clay DuBose has a lovely singing voice which is a pleasure to listen to and he puts great feeling into these self-penned songs. An album well worth owning”.
Southern Country Magazine – Britain
“Rewriting History” is singer-songwriter Clay DuBose’s debut disc, this solid crooner having made an album that is primarily of a country basis, though so much of it borders upon the rock and pop that its brimming with the possibility of DuBose becoming a successful cross-over artist.
NOHO LA
“The Texas native’s material is influenced partly by his honky-tonk roots, but also by the city of Los Angeles, as well as the ghost of Jim Morrison. His vocal chords handle a mixture of ballads and country-rock dance numbers with ease.”
Music Connection Magazine
“They say if you have a dream and don’t lose sight of it, good things will eventually come your way. That seems to be the case for Clay Dubose. Since, it’s release, the project has developed an impressive story at Americana radio and continues to climb the chart.”
Radio & Records