Ward is the Real Deal
by David Hoyt on 11/13/23White Oak Music Hall - Downstairs - HoustonI recently discovered Ward after looking into who wrote some songs... and realized he wrote "I'm Not the Devil"with Cody Jinks. I have a feeling that Ward is the idea man behind the songs. They both perform it, and obviously Jinks is more popular, but I like Ward's take on it and I like his voice. I like Ward's songwriting on several tracks – and in concert I thought he sounded really good. I get the feeling Ward is more of a 'country purist', and wants to harken back to Waylon, Hank & Merle and maybe emulate them a little in spirit... I could be wrong, but I like what he's putting out there. Enjoyed the show. I think we'll start seeing him in the country festivals etc. (if he wants to do them).