USU student Ryan Morse's new CD catchy, touching

By Ben Hibshman

January 26, 2007 | After years of entertaining Utah audiences with his charming stories told in song, Ryan Morse, a 22-year-old junior at Utah State University, released his second album, Green Is My Favorite Color by Far.

It by far isn't just an album you would throw on in the background at a party. It is a touching arrangement that brings you into Morse's humble life. It tells about his friends, his surroundings and most of all his lessons learned.

Songs range from stripped-down guitar and vocal arrangements to epic, full-band masterpieces.

Morse uses simple metaphors throughout the album that keep you intent and help you relate to what he is saying while you listen.

Morse relaxes you with his flowing, finger-picking patterns and beautiful vocal melodies. Green Is My Favorite Color by Far leaves you thinking about life. Don't be surprised if you are tapping your toes one song and tearing up the next.

Morse puts you into beautiful situations with his lyrics. Whether it is next to a fire with your friends or dangling your feet over mountaintops, he helps you relate to what he is saying by using words that are easy to understand.

Aided by Libbie Linton on vocals and Chris Poppelton on drums, Morse was able to bring life to his recordings.

You can usually find Morse playing at venues in Logan. You will find him by himself with his guitar playing in front of an intent audience

Morse had his CD release party in November. It was at a house at the base of Old Main Hill next to the USU campus. The show was standing room only.

"I have never seen support like this for a local musician," Sean Spackman, a 23-year-old USU student, said.

You can get in contact with Morse and also hear some of his songs at www.myspace.com/ryanmorse.

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