Singer and guitarist Laurie Morvan
serves up eight original and three covers on her album
of eclectic delights. She travels the whole blues spectrum,
as she and her band interpret warm ballads, cool jumpers,
hot drivers, and thought-provoking questions. Her songs
come with built-in stories that relate to where we hangout
and what’s on our minds. She interprets the program
with heartfelt emotion and convinces readily. But it’s
her fiery electric guitar interludes that amplify each
message and prove their veracity in no uncertain terms.
Stevie Ray Vaughan’s muscular “Tightrope”
serves as a vehicle for her blazing technique. Several
originals, as well, demonstrate the powerful drive that
makes Morvan stand out. She lights up the room, and then
blows out the windows and doors. The other side to her
program comes filled with a genuine spirit that has something
more to say. “Holy War” and “Find My
Way Home” offer beautiful impressions that find
her message surrounded with lush backing vocals and a
sturdy band of complementary instrumental voices. Bassist
Pat Morvan, drummer Tony Barach Dennis, and pianists Carolyn
Kelley, Ron Perry & Lou Apodaca add considerable spirit
to her recommended session. Listen to audio samples from
the album at www.lauriemorvan.com and see if you don’t
agree.
