Right This Time
Self-Released, 2022
8/10
The debut from an artist who spent decades as a working musician in New York City and who is formally trained as a vocalist, Lund aligns herself with the guitarists Brandon Townsend and Paul Olsen for these well crafted Americana-esque tracks.
“Paper Tiger” starts the listen with much atmosphere, as Lund’s alluring voice complements the swirling guitars and hint of grunge, and “Don’t You Leave Me” follows with a soulful spirit that showcases Lund’s powerful pipes amid the psyche-influenced musicianship.
At the midpoint, “Bed’s Too Big Without You” meshes folk, roots and bluesy ideas with much charm, while “Not Coming Home” finds a more intimate place to reside, where the agile drumming and poetic singing are quite stirring.
Close to the end, “Good Advice”, is a fuller, firm soul-rocker that welcomes some funk stabs alongside the dynamic rhythm section, and “Something’s Gotta Give” exits with a pretty, breezy and soothing rootsy finish.
A great first album that’s as diverse as it is heartfelt, Lund possesses an abundance of talent and experience, and it makes for a very timeless and creative affair.
Travels well with: Susan Cattaneo- All Is Quiet; Ali Sperry- In Front Of Us