There’s something raw, real, and deeply satisfying about a band that strips away the studio gloss and captures lightning in a bottle through a live session and that’s exactly what Ignatius Reilly achieves on In the Dog House. Recorded in a single session at Dog House Recording Studios in Lafayette, Colorado, this nine-track album is a testament to the Denver band’s authenticity and musical chemistry. Blending alt-country grit, southern rock swagger, and the loose, soulful grooves of New Orleans, In the Dog House feels like an open invitation to a smoky barroom jam session where every note matters and every lyric tells a story.
From the opening track, listeners are immediately pulled into a soundscape that feels lived-in yet electrifyingly fresh. The rhythm section anchored by Mark Brut’s rich bass lines and “Birddog” Jeff Lane’s percussion lays down a foundation that’s equal parts tight and freewheeling. Eric Bullock’s guitar work swings effortlessly from twang to fire, while Ethan Ice’s keys weave soulful undertones through each track, often evoking the spirit of the Crescent City. Together, the band delivers music that moves with both muscle and heart, reminding listeners why organic, live-recorded rock still hits harder than anything built in a computer.
What’s particularly striking about In the Dog House is its balance between familiarity and exploration. Four of the songs are live favorites that had never been captured in the studio before, and their inclusion gives fans a chance to experience Ignatius Reilly in their purest form. The reimagined cuts from Superstitions Fade and earlier releases gain new life here, more textured, more dynamic, and undeniably more alive. Whether it’s a slow-burning blues groove or a raucous country-rock anthem, every track exudes the confidence of a band that’s earned its stripes on stage night after night.
Ultimately, In the Dog House isn’t just an album, it’s a portrait of a band in full command of its craft. Ignatius Reilly doesn’t chase trends or hide behind production tricks; instead, they lean into what they do best: honest, hard-driving, soulful rock ’n’ roll. It’s music that feels both timeless and timely, steeped in roots yet bursting with forward momentum. For fans of genuine musicianship and road-tested authenticity, this record is a reminder that the spirit of American rock is alive and well and living loud in Colorado.
Follow Ignatius Reilly on Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, YouTube, bandcamp, TikTok, SoundCloud
English