Composer, Singer and Songwriter Thornton Bowman hails from Washington state, and plays an eclectic blend of roots music. His voice is reminiscent of Neil Young with a Southern accent. Thornton's music covers several different genres, creating a unique style that is hard to categorize. His music has been licensed for several documentaries, heard on NPR, and used by the City of Seattle for their on-hold music.
Here are a few critiques of Thornton Bowman's music, and his band ThorNton Creek.
The Seattle Post-Intelligencer: ThorNton Creek has been a reminder of the days when Seattle clubs were ablaze with good-time country rock 'n' roll. A good song, a danceable beat and some hot licks are the recipe for all the 14 tracks on the band's new release, "Whiskey." Thornton Bowman sings in a straightforward high tenor reminiscent of Country Joe McDonald. His vocals are sweetened by MJ Bishop's harmonies. Don Miller's versatile guitar playing ranges from the laid-back swing of "Laugh Away," the roots rock of "Mind Like a Window," to "New One's" psychedelic fire. (Bill White)
Victory Music Review: If you've ever hung out at honky tonks in a small western town watching locals two step and swing to music accented by clinking glasses, then you have experienced the feel of Thornton Creek. And if you listen only for the feel, you might miss something important: the intriguing lyrics of Thornton Bowman.... (Char Seawell)
An easy listening tune about the futility of life and the borders of depression. It has a jazzy tone to it, sweet harmonies, wonderful drums, and smooth guitar riffs. Mixed Vocals, Rock Music, Folk Rock
Exciting instrumental with a gutsy electric guitar solo. Expressive edgy piece that feels like it's hiding something. Good for a spy scene with low light. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
An introspective song about the realities of life, death, and loss. Features strong harmonies and a cigar box mandola's twangy solo. Mixed Vocals, Rock Music, Folk Rock
A gritty fun song about a sexy, mean woman cheating on her man and not hiding it all that well. Great guitar riffs. Possibly even good for a bar fight scene in a sawdust floored country bar. Mixed Vocals, Rock Music, Roots Rock
Angst heavy love song. Trying to explain passionate feelings. Fiery telecaster guitar with a rather psychedelic tone. Mixed Vocals, Rock Music, Folk Rock
A love song from the male point of view about a couple who are temporarily separated. Starkly produced. A single voice and guitar. Male Vocals, Folk Music, Folk Singer-Songwriter
A political song set in Richmond, Virginia about what freedom means to the poor and how the War Between the States changed so little. Good for a documentary or commentary. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
An easy song about how life decisions sometimes work like traps. Good for a pensive moment realizing your life is what you made it. Settle back and ride the rails. Great bass fills. Male Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A subtle, slippery song about a relationship that is ending. Sounds reminiscent of the Grateful Dead with a steady beat and intricate play between electric guitar and mandolin. Nice fills and grooves. Male Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A smooth, easy song from an experienced player who has wizened to the truth that most good things involve a comfortable chair and a shot of whiskey - neat. Picture a man in an easy chair with the world racing by out the window while he peers through the golden liquid in his glass, satisfied. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Tells the story of a woman from rural Virginia who married a wealthy Italian man. Sweet harmonies and a quiet dobro woven throughout. Mixed Vocals, Folk Music, Folk Singer-Songwriter
A hauntingly toned lullaby with an eerie pedal steel guitar entangled in the music. Sung from the dad's point of view and full of uncertainty. Suitable for a "women's network" show. Imagine a timeless folk ballad without the clarity. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A confused, sad father sings to his new daughter trying to explain his feelings, but knows she cannot understand him. Male Vocals, Folk Music, Folk Singer-Songwriter
A lighthearted song about unrequited love and how some true love is just not meant to be. A "Happy Trails" beat sets the storyline. A drinking song as our hero reflects on his lost loves. So it goes. Male Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Upbeat and almost gritty tune good for getting away in a fast car after a long dusty day of stirring up some romantic inclinations. Sweet Telecaster riffs; hot dog! Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A gospel parody of sorts where God is the train conductor and Aunt Libby is waiting for her promised ride. Sacrilege is best served on a front porch with some sweet tea. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Upbeat pop song about a couple trying to decide if they will be together. One leaves promising to write. The other stays and pouts. They can't stay apart. Ah... love. Instrumental, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Bluesy gospel-like song about how life just keeps on going until it doesn't. Summer evening on the porch watching time go by. Country choir backup vocals and fun weaving of guitar and dobro. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A happy old time feel country styled song about a son remembering his mother. A train groove with a cigar box mandola solo. Lyrics in the genre of John Prine. Honest and reminiscent. Male Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Refreshingly reminiscent, old time feeling, fun look at life's many wishes, dreams, and plans. Slightly suggestive. Someday I'll do and have everything, but I ain't got time for that now. 1930s 1940s sound with a sweet mandolin solo. White tuxedo backup vocals. Male Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Enjoyable song with a touch of Bob Wills' Western swing. Suggestive lyrics in the final verse. Good for any time some eclectic two step is needed. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A sweet little love song perfect for a walk under the moonlight on a warm summer night - a bit of whistling and blushing thrown in for good measure. Cute with a vintage feel. Mixed Vocals, Jazz Music, Gypsy Jazz
A pensive song about indecision, love, loss and questions about what to do with your life. A simple song with a European feel from an old black and white Hollywood movie. Melancholia sipped from a whiskey glass and blown out in smoke rings. Mixed Vocals, Americana Music, Americana Roots
How many games of solitaire would you have to play if you lived forever? Bluesy song with an old time feel poking fun at life and any wish for eternity. Wonderful "dead man" chorus in the background. Male Vocals, Blues Music, Delta Blues
Easy and homey with a political bent. Takes a stab at all of us who complain but do nothing. Woody Guthrie emerges from the dust bowl and buys a cell phone; now he's just tired. Mixed Vocals, Blues Music, Delta Blues
A front porch blues acoustic song with some sweet picking and jug sounds. Down home feel watching that buzzard waiting to pick the bones. Male Vocals, Blues Music, Blues Music (pending)
Upbeat, dance-able song, with a fun energy and sweet guitar licks. Good for a loud bar or a road trip. Full of anticipation. Mixed Vocals, Rock Music, Roots Rock
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