Joyful Sky
Provogue, 2023
8/10
The legendary guitarist Robin Trower is aligned with the powerful vocals of Sari Schorr for these 10 blues rock meets R&B tunes that you won’t soon forget.
The powerful yet dreamy “Burn” begins the listen with Schorr’s inviting voice amid Trower’s precise guitar playing, and “I’ll Be Moving On” follows with crisp drums and plenty of rhythm that flows in and out of the melodic climate.
“Change It” occupies the middle spot, and carries a bouncy and animated spirit, while the title track pays close attention to mood via the diverse singing and slightly ominous backdrop.
Approaching the end, “Flatter To Deceive” is a bright and dynamic album highlight that embraces classic rock nods, and “I Will Always Be Your Shelter” exits with a particular intimacy that’s shrouded in mystery, warmth and intrigue.
Schorr’s smokey pipes sure do draw us in immediately, and Trower’s always impressive prowess is nothing to spit at either, as the sometimes ‘70s influences won’t go unnoticed or unappreciated, either.
Travels well with: Joe Bonamassa- Blues Deluxe Vol. 2; Walter Trout- Ride