
Samantha Crain releases her latest album, You (Understood), today on Ramseur Records.
Purchase: iTunes | Amazon
MP3: “Lions”
“The result is 11 songs that would seem incredibly disparate were it not for Crain’s rich, husky voice and lyrics filled with fiery emotion, dramatic temperament and longing.” - Nancy Dunham (The Washington Post)
“Like a prairie-bred, meat-and-potatoes Joanna Newsom, Crain’s vocals are quivering, emotive and visceral.” - Liz Stinson (Paste Magazine)
“Crain has retained her frayed vocal charm, but has yet to oversell it, or let anyone convince her to do so. Her folksy charm is still there, but the new album a delight. It’s unexpected in almost every way and was timed to arrive just when you thought You (Understood).” - Joe Wertz (Oklahoma Gazette)
Crain’s foggily evocative voice is one of her best assets, and she seems more in command of her instrument than ever. - Brandy McConnell (The Oklahoman)
“Whether cut, broken, or hurt, Crain remains constant in her hopefulness. You get the sense that she hasn’t seen what she’s looking for, but that’s the very essence of hope. The realistic side of her thought makes the resulting drive one of fortitude as much as of expectation. Filtering optimism through resilience makes You (Understood) as mature as it is compelling. ” - Justin Cober-Lake (Pop Matters)
Tracklisting after the jump.
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