Song of the Day "American Dream" JS Ondara

"He was just an American Dream
Hey Hey"

American Dream by Nairobi born, Minneapolis based singer songwriter, JS Ondara, ripples with soulful sounds and poignant lyrics.

"Lover don't make a sound
Bring your rifle around"

Ondara uses a rich arrangement of guitar picking paired with highlighted strings. The effect is both haunting and inviting. This is a song to listen to as the sun is falling as the end of the day is just around the bend.

Clearly influenced by Bob Dylan's style of protest songs, Ondara even offers a bit of Dylan "speak" half into the song. That is what I heard strongly. Upon research I found that he moved to Minneapolis because of his deep respect for Dylan. He does Dylan well.

He feels like he fell from another era. I don't hear anything like this out there especially from a relatively unknown. He is touring with Lindsey Buckingham who obviously was aware of his talent and humility. One of the best dressed musicians, I've seen he sports tailored fitted suits, elegant shoes and a fedora. One sharp dressed man. One smashing musician.

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