Dilemma Season
Epidemic Suggestion
(Independent)
4/5
Hailing from Vancouver, BC, indie rocker Scott Hardy, who goes by the name of Dilemma Season, sounds like a blend of Johnny Cash and Elvis Costello on his debut album, Epidemic Suggestion.
The album consists of a hearty ten tracks, giving listeners time to really sink into it. The stripped-down, no-frills recording gives the feeling of a live session, putting the acoustic guitar and vocals front and centre in each song.
The tempo of the album flows from folksy blues in tracks like “Not My Aim” and “Fault Lines” to an almost country twang in songs such as “Reign of Fire” and “The Queens of Dundarave.” The sounds work together seamlessly, with a rough-around-the-edges rock twist providing the final touch to make this a cohesive and refreshing album.
While the recording and promotion of the album may be grassroots, the heart of Dilemma Season’s music is professional and polished.