Time And Evolution
Self-Released, 2024
8/10
The Dallas singer-songwriter Stephanie Sammons brings along an excellent cast for these personal and melodic songs that are relatable and carefully fleshed out.
The cozy and fluid Americana of “Make Me Believe” starts the listen with Sammons’ expressive voice alongside plenty of rootsy flavor, and “Innocence Lost” follows with a calm intimacy that benefits from soft acoustic guitar and subtle pedal steel.
Halfway through, “Faithless” carries a timeless folk spirit, where vivid storytelling adds much allure to the thoughtful climate, while “Living And Dying” features the always inimitable Mary Bragg for a dreamy album highlight that’s touching, poetic and timeless.
Closer to the end, Verlon Thompson is in attendance for the rich and eloquent delivery and “Holding On To Jesus” exits with a spiritual angle that’s heartfelt and authentic.
It’s not hard to think of names like Emmylou Harris and Bonnie Raitt when exploring these folk, Americana and country tinted songs that immediately draw us in, and settle in nicely after repeated listens.
Travels well with: Tim Easton- Find Your Way; Maia Sharp- Reckless Thoughts