Scottish singer-songwriter impresses on second album.
David Luximon is a musician and songwriter based in Perthshire Scotland. This, his second album, was self-produced and recorded with the help of Creative Scotland. The album explores Luximon’s transition from urban to rural life whilst at the same time dealing with personal trauma. Performances on the album are first class as Luximon is supported by musicians who have previously worked with, amongst others, such luminaries as Nick Cave and Richard Hawley.
Listening to the album one is immediately struck its originality. It doesn’t sound like anyone else and it’s difficult to pin down any obvious influences. The songs are strong and hang together well as a thoughtfully sequenced collection. The sound is more symphonic than typically americana but should appeal to anyone who likes literate and thoughtful songwriting. Standout songs include opener ‘I’m Taking You for a Drive’, ‘Paper Moon’, ‘Just Say the Word’ and ‘Sowing for Butterflies’ but such is the consistency of the album there isn’t a weak link to be found.
With ‘A Certain Frame of Reference’ David Luximon has not just produced a very listenable album but one that will encourage repeated listens and sound better with the resultant familiarity. A very impressive achievement.