Jill
Brzezicki – The Horizon (Independent)
Jill Brzezicki (pronounced Brrrr-Zit-Ski) is a
Colorado based, Americana singer-songwriter. Country-rock, folk and bluegrass
provide the building blocks of her sound, and for those looking for easy
reference points, think early Emmylou Harris and the first couple of Mary
Gauthier records. She’s got a good, powerful voice and her songs are full of
life, either one that she’s lived or maybe it’s a world that thrives only in
her imagination. Whatever the truth, it makes for a compelling narrative.
The five year gap between albums (her debut “Consequence
of Truth” was released in 2007) has allowed plenty of room for development, as
a songwriter and musician. In fact, much of that time has been spent enrolled
at the Rocky Mountain Song School honing her craft. “The Horizon” utilizes this
growth with a series of songs that feel grown-up and complete. It begins with “Heavy
Heart”, a string driven delight, and Brzezicki finds her feet immediately,
producing an inspired performance. It’s the first of many; “Dreamer” wanders
beautifully and suggests a familiarity with older, European folk traditions and
the title track pleasingly chugs along, revealing layers, and feels so urban
and intrinsically American, it’s probably best experienced lounging on tenement
steps.
Rob F.
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