The Third Gleam logically follows The Gleam (2006) and (2008). Mini albums with which The Avett Brothers nestle themselves almost completely in folk and roots music. This is in contrast to albums such as (2016) or (2018) that played with styles such as country rock and electronica. On The Third Gleam you only hear guitar, banjo and bass, while permanent producer was absent. Underneath the
… seemingly innocent rippling sound, there are serious lyrics that deal with death, suffering and religion. (JvQ)more
