This album is crucial because it is written in the Welsh
language. Like other Celtic languages, there are not too many people who speak
Welsh, so it is starting to die. Luckily, there have been movements to keep
Welsh alive. Musicians like Rhys, who write songs in the language, are making a
difference in preserving the language.
Rhys has a voice that listeners may not be a fan of. His
voice is not the smoothest voice, and at times it may rub listeners the wrong
way. However, there are some songs where his voice sounds great. His voice has
a particular style that shines through on certain songs more than others.
There are parts of the album where the background
instruments are a bit muddy against the vocals. While listeners may not
understand the Welsh language, those wanting to learn or just appreciate it may
have a hard time hearing some of the words because of the background
instruments.
Certain songs also have annoying bits to them. In “Dos
Amdani,” there is a background voice that says “Doo doo doo doo” repeatedly.
There is also a synthesizer that feels out of place, and a section that sounds
like tin being banged in triplets. This song just felt like there was a lot of unnecessary
stuff going on behind the vocals, which can distract listeners.
Overall, this album is perfect for those who want to learn
more about Welsh culture, especially the language. Even if you do not speak
Welsh or understand what is being said, it is an important album to listen to
as it is working to keep Welsh alive. The negative aspects of the album are
overshadowed by the importance of preserving the Welsh language.
However, if you are learning how to speak Welsh, this album
is perfect for helping you learn. Rhys also has a few other Welsh-language
albums. The good thing about music is that the overall feel of the song can
give context clues about whether the song is happy or sad. The background
instruments overpower the vocals at points, but this just means you will have
to pay extra attention throughout the songs.
1. Pan Ddaw’r Haul I Fore
2. Cân I’r Cymylau
3. Saf Ar Dy Sedd
4. Taro #1 + #2
5. Dos Amdani
6. Chwyn Chwyldroadol!
7. Cyflafan
8. Dim Probs
9. Adar Gwyn
10. Gadael Fi Fynd
11. Slaw
12. Acw 03:53
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