Capital Sons, Rose-Colored World Review

Twin Cities rock group, Capital Sons are set to release their fourth album: Rose-Colored World. Their first three releases include a self-titled EP (2006), Dirty Neon (2009), and Swim the High Tide (2013).  The group attests that Rose-Colored World is their longest and most ambitious release to date.  The group is comprised of Karl Obermeyer: vocals, guitar; Keith Raney: bass, vocals; Rick Paukert: lead guitar; and Mike Jueneman on drums.

Positives: Melodic harmonies, rock infused rhythm and well-penned tunes are the core success of Rose-Colored World.

 Bottom Line: The group has continued to revolutionize their core group sound. Rose-Colored World, steps forward with a sonically diverse and energetic sound. At times hard-edge, while at other times introspective and heartfelt. The full-length album is adorned with relatable and socially conscious themes. The rock-anthem “Fugitive,” kicks off the album with a signal of great songwriting and bolstered genius. While the deeply felt groove of “Hard Enough to Say,” jangles with relevance. “Something to Grasp,” with solid hits and a hook laden chorus, is in contrast to the Led Zepplin hit “Immigrant Song,” taken at a much slower pace, allowing Obermeyer to savor each note with elongated prowess. The band attacks the tune with veneration. It takes a moment to shake off the Zep version, but once you do, it becomes evidently clear, Obermeyer has a voice that is to be reckoned with. Clear, versatile and full of buoyancy, in the long run, a great choice to cover. You can get the Led out in a whole new fashion. That’s the Short of it!

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