The rich, emotionally driven vocals of Kat Goldman (http://www.katgoldman.com) will remind you more of female singer/songwriters in the past than anybody else in today's market. Her world-weary rasp recalls Marianne Faithfull, only not as wounded and deep, and her fragility brings to mind Kristin Hersh. However, there is also a sweetness to her crooning that is all her own, such as on the melancholic "I Know Better."
Perhaps realizing that her singing style is a throwback, producer Maury LaFoy gives these songs a decidedly older sound, utilizing mostly piano and strings. On the title track, Goldman's voice blends effortlessly with the string arrangement. They make beautiful music together, caressing the ears while moving the heart.
I was immediately taken in by her vocals, the soulfulness at their core. "Baby You Gonna Fall in Love" has a crestfallen mood at its core. I don't know if it's because of Goldman's singing style or the arrangements but I sense heartbreak in much of this record. This is especially true of "The Lone Plane," which conjures up sundown images of broken relationships.
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I'm at a loss to categorize Goldman. Is this Americana? Jazz? Blues? There's a little bit of all that in every track. "Stay the Course" opens up with some bluesy riffs but then becomes more upbeat. I actually prefer Goldman when she has us wrapped in her calming ways, such as on "Driving All Night," which is utterly beautiful and features some of the dreamiest string arrangements you'll ever hear.
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