This riff-filled track is a rocking party tune that shines on the chorus and bridges, especially when the guitar solos drop in with a party vibe that takes over the track. “It’s About To Get Dirty” comes blazing out of the gates with balls and attitude from the first note… don’t be confused when the tempo slows a bit at the verse. You can’t help but dig a song with a lyric like Bitin’ my lip and wreckin’ my bed. “Smokin’ Gun” is another song that gets the foot tapping, the head banging, and delivers great lyrics about that one relationship we all know if bad for us, but too good to pass up. I see this track getting a lot of raised drinks and fists when Brantley road tests this track on his Devil Don’t Sleep tour. The vocals from Gilbert carry the meaning of the lyrics across the musical tapestry on this track, but keeps the heart of song from getting away from the musical vibe created. “The Weekend” is the first single off of the new disc, and it’s easy to see why. Title track “The Devil Don’t Sleep” is another song that digs in and allows you to see inside Gilbert’s heart and faith while delivering some killer riffs and deep lyrics. This story of true love pulls at the heart strings while getting the foot tapping and should go over well in a live situation. “Way Back” demonstrates how well Brantley’s material straddles the fence of rock and country, staying true to who he is as a songwriter and performer. The lyrics are perfectly delivered by Gilbert and carried by the tempo and cadence supplied by bottom end from the bass and drums. “Bro Code” is another track that starts off with a heavier country groove but quickly shifts into rock territory thanks to the guitar work, especially when the solos kicks in. The chugging riffs and solid rhythm section give the track a solid foundation that bridges country and rock, while the vocals lean more towards Nashville, as do the words Brantley is singing to us. “The Ones That Like Me” is one of my favorite songs on the disc lyrically. While not an all-out rocker, this song helps set the pace for the rest of the disc. Disc opener “Rockin’ Chairs” has a little more twang than some of Gilbert’s fans are accustomed to, but within seconds we are greeted with the familiar guitars and raspy voice we are all familiar with. With the release of his fourth disc, Gilbert is firing on all cylinders. Brantley Gilbert has figured this out and continues to build his discography around a similar theory. Some artists understand the process – be yourself, maintain a sound that appeals not only to your tried and true fans but also fringe fans, and don’t forget to build your fan base along the way.
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