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Jennifer Richman
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Flowers Of Gold
Self-Released
Release: 1/10/2006
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Rated:
Review by:
Morley Seaver
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This is Brooklyn native Jennifer Richman's latest record. It's
as refreshingly vibrant as is it easy on the ears. Jennifer
plays in a folk/pop style that showcases her clear,
honey-dipped voice on songs that are crafted with great
care.
Flowers Of Gold delivers a nice variety of
material over its 11 songs. While the record fits well in the
easy listening section, you can't say it's all folk or all pop.
The title track is tranquil with a memorable chorus and
effective bridge. "Better Days" gets things bopping with a
sing-along chorus and it's one of the best cuts here.
"Beautiful Girl" is like the title track in that it's a beautiful,
sedate tune that features Jennifer's great voice. "Wounded
Love" is another highlight, with its swaying rhythm and
strong melody line. There is more of a band sound on
"Sweet Surrender" and the bass and drums change the
mood nicely.
We're talking Country for the next, "Mirror Door," with its
toe-tapping melody. The honor of best cut on the record
goes to "Where You Belong," a wistfully gorgeous song with
an awesome chorus. The rest of the cuts round out this
strong outing where only the finale, "Linda's Song" wears, as
the last line is repeated, ad infinitum.
Jennifer also works as a music therapist in NYC and I can
imagine her calming voice would be a great asset in this
area. This record would be of interest to anybody who likes
folk music, and possibly to Country fans as well. |
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