Understand Clova

I owe Des Coffield and John Campbell a debt of gratitude. They very kindly introduced me to Des’s nephew’s band, Clova.

When you feel what I feel, when you hear what I hear, when you know what I know…then maybe, maybe you might understand…

Clova wears its heart on its collective sleeve in this heartfelt CD. Listening to “The Man I Am Inside” is like being deeply in love with the singer.

By the sun and the sky and the open seas,…I’ll finally be free.

Lyrical acoustic guitar; mellow, heartbreaking fiddle, gentle vocals will win your heart.

You can never be a winner when there’s nothing left to gain

From holding on in desperation to the ashes that remain

So its time for you to let go, time to draw a line

Underneath this broken heart and take it as a sign

That what you had was precious, something rare and fine

Surround yourself with those you love and once again you’ll shine

Oh, yes. We’ve all been there. Tried and convicted by those without the right to cast to first stone. Cast off by those who were undeserving of our regard. With each song, Clova will break your heart or win it.

The truth is sometimes difficult but cannot be ignored

If you let it drag you down you’ll never cross the door

But--…the world is full of wonders if you open up your eyes

Life’s journey, however bitter, is all the sweeter for having had the story told by this band: Clova. Try the CD on for size. You won’t be disappointed. I hope a new one will soon break the horizon.

Home sweet home—

Maybe you had the answers all along.

http://www.myspace.com/clovaonline