Ten Tall Men - Ten Tall Men

Friday 1st April 1994
Ten Tall Men - Ten Tall Men

STYLE: Roots/Acoustic
RATING 7 7 7 7 7 7 7
OUR PRODUCT CODE: 21651-CAS3207
LABEL: Independent
FORMAT: Cassette EP

Reviewed by Tony Cummings

Nope, there's not ten, nor are they particularly tall - this acoustic based trio are led by singer/songwriter Eon Hetherton (his spelling). If you're looking for music with lashings of passion, moody atmosphere and a staring into a beer glass attitude look no further. Vocally Eon has the same rough edged abrasiveness as Van Morrison while the four songs here take in elements of folk, blues and country. Faith is hinted at rather than spelt out and images are unrelentingly dark. Another fine talent destined for bigger things.

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Reader Comments

Posted by Chris Hadley in Surrey @ 20:57 on Feb 13 2009

Eon,

I'd love to get a copy of the CD too, if possible! You can reach me at chris_hadley@yahoo.com. I remember seeing you play in Dundee when I was a student there - about 1993. Hope to hear from you.

Best, Chris.



Posted by eon in Glasgow @ 10:05 on Feb 3 2009

Weird... I just came across this - I had no idea anyone remembered Ten Tall Men (I barely do). Thanks for the kind words, Jensen. Allan, I probably have an old cassette around somewhere. I could burn it to CD for you if you like. Let me know.

Cheers, ... e o n


Reply by Allan J Holland in scotland @ 00:23 on Oct 27 2009

I would love it if you could make me a copy of the tape on to cd. I saw the band play live and regret not getting the tape then. i will of course reemburse you for any expences for doing this. My e-mail adress is allanholland1888@hotmail.com. Hope to hear from you soon.

Allan

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Posted by Jensen Kile in California @ 02:03 on Mar 7 2008

I have just been converting and remastering some old Ten Tall Men cassettes to MP3. I am a big fan of the simple melodies and calm vocals. They're great for relaxing.


Reply by allan holland in Glasgow, Scotland @ 23:50 on Oct 28 2008

Hi how are you doing is that the Ep with the song skin you alive on it i remember listening to that cassette when i was younger and i would really love to get a copy of it adain if you can help it would be amazing thanks as good music like this should be shared so everyone can listen to it.

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