Kevin Costner & Modern West “Untold Truths” Universal South

By Kyle McCraw

When I heard that Kevin Costner was releasing an album, I gotta admit, I was skeptical. It turns out Costner has been playing with Modern West member John Coinman since the late-80s. And that is exactly what this sounds like: a country rock album from the late-80s (For whatever reason, production-wise, the album reminded me specifically of Don Henley’s The End of the Innocence – not country, but from the late 80s.).

But to Costner and his band’s credit, they are a competent country rock band. The problem is that this record does not show them to be any more than that. It’s really not a bad listen; I even found myself tapping my feet a few times. Unfortunately, there’s nothing here that’s very compelling (with lines like, “Thumbs up, thumbs down. That’s the world that we’re living in now” and, “I wish I may. I wish I might. It’s going to be another long hot night,” how could it be?).

If you like the genre and you’re looking for an album to play in the background without thinking about it, this will fit the bill. But, if you’re looking for something that rises above the fray, look elsewhere.

 

Kevin Costner & Modern West "Untold Truths"
Kevin Costner & Modern West "Untold Truths"

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9 Responses

  1. Kevin Costner has “star” quality. He just moves on stage a little bit, and the sex appeal is right there! This, combined with an A-List band, and incredible guest violinists, makes this band entirely entertaining. I listened to Joe Yoakam, or whatever his name is, and I found him shabby compared to ol’ Kev. He might not have the best voice, but it has rich tones, and he’s very charismatic and entertaining. Also, whosever writes his songs, there’s where the real dynamic energy is! Have fun, Kev! Love and Light, KC

  2. GOOD MORNING HAPPY BIRTHDAY+SUM SMASHING MOVIES+..BUILD IT & THEY WILL VISIT..CAPRICORNOPOLIS+)FIELD OF DREAMS..{VEGETARIAN+VEGAN}+.. BASEBALL GAME..BEAUTIFUL{CIELO RADIANTELO} GIRL ON THE BLEECHERS WATCHING THE GAME KNOURISHES & FLOURISHES ON A FRESH EAR OF CORN..PLAY BALL+{~TWENTY+FIFTH ANNIVERSSARY}+MERRY CHRISTMAS+HAPPY NEW YEAR+LOVE,CHERI XO!+ 🙂 {ARRC}

  3. Kevin costna is the sexes man alive I wish I could meet him ive watch every movie hes made . Body guards the best

  4. Saw Kevin Costners band today in Napa, he is truly sexy, charming , gentlemanly and his music was beautiful and moving, I’m an even bigger fan now and will be following his band! He is the real deal, loves love and tributes our veterans!

  5. I saw mr.Costner in person in NYC. Charming and gorgeous he is. I love all of his songs on the cd

  6. I was honored to hear Kevin’s Band ! A truly awesome band ! Kevin couldn’t have put on a better performance ! If he ever comes back to Davenport Iowa , I will have a fully charged phone .
    To take some pictures of him and his band .
    Please consider not using God name in vain in any songs .
    God Bless

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