One of the most interesting CDs I’ve received lately is Eric Corne’s new CD Kid Dynamite and the Common Man. This is a very diverse collection, from the Dali-esque CD artwork to the music within. Eric has been one busy guy, with his hands in many different projects, as musician, engineer, producer and even teacher (at the Musicians Institute in L.A. where he is located). His engineering and producing credits include Lucinda Williams, Glen Campbell and Walter Trout. The native of Canada was lured to L.A. in 2004 to work at Mad Dog Studios, run by Dusty Wakeman.

The new CD is a very diverse collection of tunes; obviously Eric has been influenced by a wide range of artists. The opening cut, “Kid Dynamite/Rancho Mirage” starts off will all the rock energy of Neil Young’s electric work, while the instrumental second section reeks of vintage Pink Floyd. One of the older tunes on the disc and one of my favorites is “Not Familiar,” which dates back to Eric’s days with his “Space-pop” band Mysterio. You may swear you’re listening to The Clash!  John Lennon’s solo work comes to mind while listening to the lively tune “Evil Men.” Don McLean’s “Everyday” seems like it must have influenced the bouncy, whimsical “I Know A Girl.” He adds a reggae beat to the CD with the tune “Nobody Plays Here Anymore.” No doubt this is a talented dude. He also adds some nice Americana tunes with the songs “Dead End” and “Stop And Stare.”

I don’t think there is any music lover who wouldn’t find something satisfying on this collection; whether it be the musicianship from the star-studded collection of musicians who lend a hand on the disc to the expected fine production and sound, and finally to the music itself!