Rootstime Magazine, Belgium by Valsam

-“The fifth album of Kenn Morr is called ‘Higher Ground’ and contains a secret treasure, true jewellery with ten twinkling pearls that he sings in his typical laid back and almost whispering style. Our advice: buy this record and enjoy it for yourself as many times as you desire. It’s absolutely worthwhile!”
– www.rootstime.be -

It was for us a great pleasure to review the new and fifth studio album from Kenn Morr. The album "Higher Ground" was released under the group name "The Kenn Morr Band" with contributions of Kenn’s band consisting of strings virtuoso Tom Hagymasi, bassist Dan Hocott and drummer / percussionist Bob Gaspar who added great value to songs which are treasures.

Ten new original compositions adorn this album which, like Kenn's previous album, contains very catchy, uplifting songs. Like with the previous album Kenn is immediately reminiscent of Elliott Murphy. We do not know if Kenn Morr knows his voice and music are so closely linked to the music of the troubadour, but he might agree to give Elliott Murphy his songs because they could be included in the repertoire of this international star.

Kenn Morr is mainly influenced by artists such as Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and Gordon Lightfoot and that's evident when you hear the songs on "Higher Ground". The origin of these songs are Kenn’s acoustic guitar and they are exquisitely dyed by the brilliant instrumentation of the band, especially the violin and mandolin sounds of Tom Hagymasi.

In addition to being a talented musician Kenn is a husband and the father of two young sons. Music seems to be the thread in the family as you can picture Kenn in his house somewhere on the acoustic guitar strumming. That is where the songs on the new CD "Higher Ground" seem to come from.

In conclusion, our personal favorite songs:" Standin 'Still', title track "Higher Ground", "Restless Wind", "Another Year", "Things I've Done" and the wonderful capstone "Fly Free". Laid back sung, almost whispered gems that make us conclude that you should sample the album 'CD Baby's website and you will make the decision to have Kenn Morr’s Higher Ground in your homes so you can enjoy as often as you like.