All This Time
Self-Released, 2020
8/10
This sophomore album from Heather Anne Lomax (her first was released as Michael-Ann) has the songstress putting her own twist on Americana, where blues and country aren’t off limits as she delivers from an emotional position that’s never short on creativity.
Lomax puts “All This Time” in the lead position as swift keys and a country shuffling pace align with her rugged yet pretty vocals, and “Prison Cell” follows with spirited organs and blues influences in the soulful, charming formula.
Further on, “Comfort Me” offers a slow burning display of sublime beauty, while “Mr. Popular” recruits some rock’n’roll grit in the loud atmosphere that could soundtrack any good time, anywhere. “Six Foot Under”, one of the album’s best, then finds a playful place to reside, where soaring guitar work suits the adventurous nature of the memorable tune.
Near the end, the quick strumming of “See You Again” highlights the folksy, dreamy setting, and “Just Like Yours” exits the listen emotive and rich with warm textures as Lomax bookends the record with a meticulous finish.
An artist who has been compared to names like Joan Baez, Linda Ronstadt and Patsy Cline, Lomax certainly retains the spirt and the skill of those legends, as her exceptional song craft illuminates her distinct pipes through these heartfelt, genuine songs.
Travels well with: John Hiatt- The Eclipse Sessions; Janiva Magness Sings John Fogerty- Change In The Weather