Robot
Self-Released, 2022
8/10
A Colorado native who now calls Nashville home, Shanna In A Dress has a way with words, and she can write a quirky folk-pop tune, too, as evidenced on this charming debut album.
“Robot” starts the listen with Shanna’s vivid storytelling amid a playful indie-folk spirit in the social commentary about today’s programmed culture, and “Playing With Fire” follows with a firm approach that makes great use of acoustic guitar, upbeat drumming and very alluring singing.
In the middle, “Everything And Nothing” twinkles like an adult lullaby with much warmth, while “Shitshow” uses folksy strumming and clever wordplay for the dreamy album highlight.
Moving towards the end, “Boomerang” addresses dating woes in Shanna’s cozy and inviting vision, and “Mmm, That’s Hot” exits the listen with a bit of soul to the timeless nature of the universally enjoyable song craft.
Imagine a mashing of Jason Mraz, Ingrid Michaelson and Phoebe Buffay (from Friends) and you’ll get some idea of just how clever, funny and even emotional this rising songstress can be.
Travels well with: Amy Speace- Tucson; Mark Erelli- Blindsided