Happy Fish
Self-Released, 2022
8/10
The debut album from the Atlanta songstress Diane Coll, the 14 songs here resonate with a timeless and intimate version of folk songwriting that will always be relevant.
After a quick introduction to the affair, “Daylight” emits much warm acoustic guitar playing amid Coll’s expressive singing and vivid storytelling that unfolds with a swift delivery, and “Cowboy Church” follows with a gorgeous, minimal delivery of poetic song craft.
Further along, “Rising Tide” showcases Coll’s expressive range with an eloquent demeanor that welcomes meticulous keys, while “The Bell Tolls” carries a bit of mystery with a strong focus on mood thanks to the vulnerable guitar and emotive singing.
Closer to the end, “So It Goes” finds a dreamy place to reside with much emphasis on drumming, and “Happy Fish” exits the listen with a sunny, harmonic landscape that resonates retro qualities.
The CD version of this release comes with a 4-panel digipak, a 6-fold insert with photos, liner notes, and song-by-song credits. Even better is that $5 of every purchase will go to No Kid Hungry, so you get to help out a great cause while absorbing thoughtful folk music.
Travels well with: Diane Coll- Into The Fire; Jane Bruce- My Bed