Songs Worth Saving
Self-Released, 2025
8/10
An album of piano songs that are guided by Suzie Brown’s infectious voice, the practicing cardiologist penned these tracks between hospital shifts and they’re full of blues, folk and soul influences.
“Ain’t It Heartbreaking” leads with Jano Rix’s mesmerizing and twinkling piano that suits Brown’s heartfelt storytelling, and “Mothers And Daughters” follows with an emotive presence which discusses aging and family trees.
“Some Hearts” lands in the middle and is a bouncy, upbeat moment that resides near folk-pop, while “More” offers an a cappella intro before firm keys and funk flavor enter the album’s best.
“Kisses And Stings” arrives close to the end and benefits from the strategic melancholy that emits much beauty and intimacy, and “Songs Are My Tears” exits with soft rock nods and balladry that allow for Brown’s flawless voice and vivid storytelling to shine alongside the intricate piano.
A very relevant body of work that surrounds motherhood, acceptance and even has a protest song, Brown’s vocals are raw, live-in-the-studio and sure do resonate amid Rix’s diverse key prowess.
Travels well with: Kim Beggs- Beneath Your Skin; Mallory Chipman- Songs To A Wild God