Dreamland
Self-Released, 2024
8/10
Listen to Dreamland: Relax & Imagine
The 3rd family album from Colorado’s Jenn Cleary, the 10 songs here provide a venue for kids and adults to breathe deeply, smile, imagine and dream.
“Celtic Dream” starts the listen with an indeed Celtic spirit, where Enion Pelta-Tiller’s meticulous fiddle and Eric Moon’s warm accordion suit Cleary’s expressive voice, and “Sail Away” follows with a breezy spirit that benefits much from Christian Teele’s agile drumming and John McVey’s fluid guitar.
“Relax On An Island” arrives in the middle and is aptly titled, where rhythm and haze carry some reggae nods, while “Clouds” is an intimate moment of poetic storytelling amid a timeless folk nature.
Near the end, “Soothing Rain” welcomes Giselle Collazo’s cozy backing vocals and Moon’s gentle keys, and “Guided Relaxation” exits with 7+ minutes of Cleary leading us through a mesmerizing, meditative finish that helps us de-stress.
An ideal listen for pre-slumber or anytime that’s serene, Cleary’s blues, folk and dreamy rock is something we could all benefit from during these hectic times.
Travels well with: Jenn Cleary- Happy Day; Patrick Adams- Imagination Time With Patrick