Bursting on the scene with his first recording, 18 year old Mac Duncan delivers a powerful, potent and soulful brand of R&B and Rock. Mac capably draws on his southern roots and diverse musical influences. Mac's distinctive voice, powerful delivery and evocative style are reminiscent of the 70s, when melodies and musicality were paramount. But he has his own ground marked out too. You have to pay attention to those who can simultaneously look back and look ahead keenly. Mac fronts a formidable band, laying down a bedrock foundation for his dexterous singing. There are hooks, grooves, moody atmospheres, delicate phrasing and compelling lyric scenes. Through it all, Mac weaves a pleasing blend of electric and acoustic energy. He demonstrates range and comfort between Motown and Modern Rock. Tracks like the classic opener "My Oasis" is funk influenced and rock tinged while others "Beautiful Woman" and "Preacher's Daughter" are thoughtful, insightful ballads. "Time" is an arresting rock track with a dreamlike arrangement and "Mountains Sigh" is a celebratory, pastoral anthem. The title track "Look Around" has a hard R&B shuffle groove while offering some sober, direct observations about current societal tendencies. This is new music from an old soul.