When looking at the world differently, you see things that look altered, and you see things that you’d probably miss if you were looking casually. Times have changed too, and music has changed, but there’s a diverse, almost classic sound to Jacob Slater’s Wunderhorse project and his album Cub. Not too direct, or simple, the record pulses and pulses with little notes telling stories which are in depth, and profoundly intelligent.

Slater’s intellectual mind goes on overdrive here, and his poetry just keeps on going through the motions, while he sings broodingly. Cub is a masterclass in songwriting, and its influence should inspire other musicians to go in the deep end and do not give up if they fluster. It’s a poignant release also, with Slater delving into his plethora of memories, which seem to be playing in the background of his mind like a radio.

The music becomes a solid platform for the endearing vocals by Slater and his guitar trickery seems simple, but it has an edge, and he’s confident at playing and driving in that needed bite. Lyrically, Cub is superb, and the words flow and flow like they’re seamlessly connecting, and they evoke attention at the highest level.

Butterflies starts the record off purposefully. It delivers calm notes until the guitars provide a relentless rush. Slater sings broodingly, and he describes his world falling apart. It’s a thought-provoking beginning. Atlantis has contrasting styles, and Slater conveys that he doesn’t want to be forgotten, but there are loopholes in his judgement. The acoustic backbeat invigorates. Girl Behind The Glass is an acoustic stab at rock. Photographs connect the dots, and Slater wonders where this enigmatic person went. That rhythm and pace makes this song a desirable listen.

Jacob Slater aka Wunderhorse, drafts in brilliant wordplay and delivers a record which flourishes with every poetic note. He’s truly a musician with so much to say.   

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