Reckless Thoughts
Self-Released, 2023
8/10
The Nashville singer-songwriter Maia Sharp returns with a 9th solo album, where her diverse song craft unfolds with a very personal demeanor that’s sincere, relatable and full of self-examination.
“She’ll Let Herself Out” opens the listen with Sharp’s expressive voice alongside warm guitar and soft drumming in the thoughtful climate, and “Old Dreams” follows with an inviting dreaminess that’s poetic and intimate.
Halfway through, “Kind” displays upbeat and flowing Americana that’s got a bit of ruggedness to it, while “Too Far Now” is full of bare beauty which welcomes soulful sax to the album highlight.
Approaching the end, “Everything You Need” is quite emotive, stirring even, in Sharp’s very eloquent vision, and “The Road To Hell And Back” exits with timeless folk ideas present amid the glowing melody.
Sharp’s resume is exceptional, and includes writing songs for Bonnie Raitt, Trisha Yearwood and Cher, among others, and her solo work is honest, soulful and embraces all the hallmarks of Americana that will always be relevant.
Travels well with: Nicki Bluhm- Avondale Drive; Beth Bombara- It All Goes Up