“Precious Company”, the sophomore studio album from Memphis guitar player and singer Jad Tariq, is an absolute delight, that pays a heartfelt homage to the roots of classic Americana music. Mostly recorded live in studio, the album stands out for its high-fidelity stereo production, beautifully evoking the warm analog sound of the mid 50’s.

Across its ten tracks, Tariq masterfully blends genres such as blues, rhythm & blues, swing and rockabilly. Wielding his iconic 1949 Gibson ES-5, he showcases a faultless yet tastefully restrained technique, ensuring that his guitar chops never overshadow the true core of the project, that are the songs and its messages.

The opening track, “September Moon” drives listeners into an elegant, laid-back groove. Meanwhile, pieces like “Room for Two” and “Poor Me” revive the vibrant heritage of doo-wop and the vintage aesthetic of classic 78 rpm records.

The songwriting shines for its simplicity and honesty, drawing inspiration from daily life sentences and stories. The album draws to a poignant close with “To My Used to Be”, an acoustic waltz reminiscent of country legends like Willie Nelson.

In short words, “Precious Company” solidifies Jad Tariq as a well-rounded artist who brilliantly injects contemporary sophistication into raw, vintage genuineness.