Charlie Faye & The Fanimals
Daydream Believer, 2023
8/10
Listen to Charlie Faye & The Fanimals
Inspired by her and her daughter’s love for soul and pop sounds from the ‘60s, Charlie Faye might remind you of The Ronettes or The Supremes on this nostaglic yet modern debut album.
“7 Days Of Fun” gets the listen off to 3 minutes of fun that’s soulful, groove filled and full of expressive singing, and “Milo Wears A Tutu” follows with warm piano that complements the melodies and infectious vocals.
In the middle, the retro ideas of “Me & My Family” uses playful drumming and well timed backing vocals for the instant sing-alongs, while the animated and dance floor ready “Get Down” will have you moving your body to the throwback appeal.
Close to the end, the spirited guitar of “Puppy In The Bath” suits the charming whistle solo, and “Octopus Getting Dressed” brings harmonic and flowing ideas into the the album’s best.
Faye’s resume includes playing guitar and mandolin in Dan Zanes & Friends, as well as touring solo. After her daughter was born in 2019, she steered into kids’ music, though not in the typical sense, and along with the musicians Adrian Quesada, Pete Thomas, Scott Davis, Trevor Nealon and Jim Brunberg she pens a timeless family album.
Travels well with: Jessa Campbell & The Saplings- Forest Flow; Allegra Levy- Songs For You And Me