Review
In the world of flannel shirts and blue skies, ERNEST's "Flower Shops (The Album)" is like a warm patchwork quilt on a cool March day, wrap-around choices of love, heartache, and hope, woven into every track. Released by Big Loud and spicin' up the airwaves since March 2022, this collection is an earnest dive into tales familiar yet fresh. With producer Joey Moi in his corner, ERNEST blends old souls in new grooves, showcasin' his knack for storytelling that makes classic hearts flutter with a modern twist.
Startin' with the toe-tappin' "Sucker for Small Towns," this album tells tales sweeter than honey drippin' off a biscuit. Dive on into "Tennessee Queen" and "Classic," where ERNEST sprinkles sprightly doses of romance over every plucked string, enticin' both long-time lovers of country and fresh ears alike. But you know there's no skippin' on "Flower Shops" where ERNEST teams up with Morgan Wallen for a contemplative duet that's as touching as watching the sunset, remindin' all that sometimes apologies best come bathed in roses.
Tracks like "Feet Wanna Run" and "Did It with You" take turns tugging at our wanderin' hearts and raisin’ celebratory toasts to shared memories. Between self-reflection and simple wishes hidin' in "Burn Out" and "Nothin’ to Lose,” ERNEST paints stark contrast, solacin' struggles with soothing instrumentals. By the time you wander through hits like "If You Were Whiskey" and "Some Other Bar," it's clear this album is like the perfect country mixtape, keepin' true to traditional roots while dancin' lightly in modern times. Top to toe, "Flower Shops (The Album)" is a tapestry of melodies that waves ERNEST's star high in the harmonic country sky. - Daisy
