Single Review
Tommy Reilly - Gimme A CallTommy Reilly – Gimme A Call

You might think Tommy Reilly is the most Irish name you’ve ever heard, but the talented singer-songwriter actually hails from Glasgow. Tommy shot to fame after winning the TV talent show, Orange Unsigned Act, at the beginning of the year. He won an impressive record deal with Universal Music, and this, Gimme A Call, is his debut single.

The track itself is honest and simple. He receives no accompaniment, leaving his voice and acoustic guitar exposed. It’s a very sincere recording; the lyrics are pure and true, telling the desperate story of waiting for someone to call. His Scottish accent shines through the lyrics, reminding me of Glasvegas.

He states Bob Dylan and Ryan Adams as his influences, and you can definitely hear their impact on his sound. Unfortunately, the track isn’t particularly memorable, and his voice is whiney, to be frank. But, with the backing of the audience who voted for him, you’ll be hearing more from him soon.

3/5

Review by Helen Williams
 Band Members
Tommy Reily - Band
Tommy Reilly (Vocals, Guitar, Piano, Drums Harmonica)
 Track Listing
1. Gimme A Call
 Band Related Links
Tommy Reily Myspace
 Review Score Code
- Top Cheese
- Brilliant
- Pretty damn good
- Ok I guess
- What Was That?