The dictionary definition of sublime (which I’m sure you could look up but I will save you the trouble here) is: “inspiring deep veneration, awe, or uplifting emotion because of its beauty, nobility, grandeur, or immensity”. And there you have – this record in a nutshell.

Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, LeMonds has an interesting back history, detailed on his website, which anticipates a dyed in the wool old time feel to his music but instead he inhabits a world where poetry and lyricism marry fluid and supple instrumentation with a light, airy, almost Joni Mitchell feel.

He is an excellent vocalist with a warm, expressive, versatile voice that is able to draw the listener into the musical pictures he paints regardless of genre.

Americana UK: Writers Best Albums of 2013! Music journalist Paul Villers chooses the new album from Chuck LeMonds ``The Rivers Call`` as his favorite for 2013. ``It’s simple really. You put the cd in the player. You play the cd. If you’re still playing the cd at the end of the year then it’s a winner. This record is just exquisite. Cerebral and emotional at the same time. Win/ win.

In fact, LeMonds manages to wrap even difficult themes into songs that do not point out problems and grievances with the index finger, but convinces the audience first with aesthetic qualities.