Mountain, the sophomore album from London, Kentucky’s Andrew Moore and Hooch, finds the band raising the stakes while staying rooted in Americana. Nearly two years in the making, the record draws heavily from Moore’s personal experiences, giving its songs an honest, lived-in quality.
Moore handles all songwriting, while producers Jason Groves, Justine Blazer, Nick Autry, and co-producer John Daly each add their own perspective. The result is a cohesive collection that feels polished without losing its rougher edges. Recording across five studios, including Nashville’s Sound Stage Studios, the band embraced live tracking, helping preserve the energy and tightness of their performances.
Tyrant, featuring Daly and Dan Tyminski, is a standout, combining strong storytelling with an impressive collaboration. Equally compelling is Peace Love and Harmony (Live at the Record Shop), which delivers a direct appeal for kindness and an end to hatred. Tasmanian Devil also reveals the group’s playful creativity, particularly through its unusual vocal-and-percussion chorus.
Mountain succeeds because it builds on the debut rather than simply repeating it. With a busy touring schedule ahead, Andrew Moore and Hooch appear ready to carry that momentum forward.
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