Henoch Townley was born on September 15, 1972 in St. Anthony, Newfoundland, Canada.
Henoch is a young Canadian from the northern regions of Canada who plays guitar and sings the songs he writes. The northern music from the land fo the midnight sun is just beginning to be more widely available as it's musicians take advantage of new technologies that ignore distance and capture the beautiful sounds of a culture few people are even aware of.
The music on his first CD, Reaching Point (2001), is definitely of northern flavour. Much in the words and music expresses the northern experience. The lyrics are enchanting, the drumbeats mesmerizing, with flute sounds that move you. The slow pace at which the music takes you, makes the CD intoxicating at times. The music cruises underneath Henoch's lyrics and his voice prolongs the experience, while taking you on a musical odyssey.
Also it offers a celebration, an awareness of life and the beauty of the north. He launches eager reminders to recognize the past while accepting that souther influences will create a new future for the people of the norther climates. It's obvious this young artist's strength is in his poetic lyrics and his powerful luxurious voice that knocks you off your perch even as it caresses you.
As well the CD offers the subtle effects of wind and water, while the climatic voice of the north is developed in the energy and flair of the musicians. Not so unusual is the great guitar playing, the bass, piano, and drums. The north has always been known for entertaining music at gatherings and local festivities. it's wonderful to see the work of artists like Henoch become available for potential fans. Be encouraged to try this one. It's a keeper. |
