“That blood harmony is there"
I have long been impressed with the songwriting of Bruce Rupert and Tim Scheetz--especially the way they research their subject matter. The mandolin and guitar core of their music hearkens back to the 'brother duets' of the 1930s and 40s, and in their case the vocal blend is similar, as they are cousins--and that blood harmony is there. I have worked and recorded with them for a few years on the Beth Coleman Band, playing Dobro, and have always been impressed at the rehearsals when they would introduce a new one of their original songs, which were always of top quality. Their songs come to full fruition in a band situation, though even as an acoustic duo, their songwriting stands solid, whether one wants to consider them as traditional or contemporary songwriters and musicians.