Reigning Sound

The Profile

Reigning Sound were an American garage rock band formed in Memphis in 2001 by Greg Cartwright (a.k.a. Greg Oblivian), blending rock ’n’ roll grit with soulful melodies; they disbanded in 2022.

Led by Greg Cartwright (Oblivians, Compulsive Gamblers). Frequently organ-driven, with sixties pop and soul/R&B influences. Played on Mary Weiss’s album Dangerous Game. Dave Amels contributed organ. Reviewed works include Too Much Guitar, Love and Curses, and Abdication... For Your Love.

Three reviews celebrate Reigning Sound’s organ-laced garage rock and soul-tinged songwriting led by Greg Cartwright. Highlights include the punch of Too Much Guitar, the melodic grit of Love and Curses, and the sweet-and-rough balance of Abdication... For Your Love. Overall verdict: sweaty, heartfelt rock ’n’ roll done right.