Ben Farr infuses wisdom into life with "Old Man"

Returning to the scene, Hull songwriter Ben Farr presents his new single, "Old Man" is not just a single; it's a tale well told, smothered in classic rock licks and brought to you by a voice that screams sincerity and Ben Farr. First, Farr embodies the old-school swagger of classic rock, leaving listeners feeling both nostalgic and refreshingly re-energized. The rhythm swings with a jounce to kick up your heels, as bruising production keeps things rough and unready in all the best ways, and a reflection of the hard-won wisdom the song itself hails.

What really stands out about "Old Man" is Farr's distinctive vocal presence. His voice drips with Yorkshire grit, lending an authenticity to his delivery that makes the tale ring true. It's not just a song about aging; it's a performance that sounds like it could only have come from someone who embodies the song's experience in every aspect of their being. And when you've gotten comfortable in its laid-back tone, enter the move-inducing guitar solo, which creates an extra jolt of momentum that brings the whole thing to a new level.

For those who have followed Farr since his debut with "On The Radio," which was featured on these pages in 2023, a "Gorgeous" single, noted at the time, "Old Man" is a logical progression. "Old Man," a lively tribute to the power that comes with age, is fittingly presented within the traditional framework of rock and roll. It trades lush warmth for grit and swagger, but storytelling remains at its core. This is a song that doesn't work very hard, but it just is, it breathes, it rocks in its skin. It's on the market now, ready to soundtrack moments of contemplation, action, and anything in between.

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