The Flame blends roots-rock, soulful blues, and Americana to underscore the significance of inclusivity in a united naon. The album’s lead track, “Dawn of the New Day” with Mississippi Heat’s Pierre Lacocque on harp, touches on that idea. “Jesus really had a simple message: Love one another and upli the poor and marginalized,’” La Grassa explained. La Grassa channels her mother's own courageous journey from Glasgow, Scotland to the United States at age 20, armed with only $50 and a suitcase. “My mother’s story sll inspires me,” said La Grassa. “So much so that I had to dedicate this album to her.” Through songs including “Amen to Happiness,” “Wide Eyes,” and “Judge a Lile Less,” The Flame illuminates the contribuons of immigrants, emphasizing diversity as a strength.
- An impressive but never showy range
- Jim DeRogas - NPRs Sound Opinions
- A singer of serious talent - and and artful writer
- Rick Kogan - Chicago Tribune
- A woman of her time to pull in influences as diverse as folk and funk
- Robert Rodi - New City Magazine
La Grassa also shows her sassy side on the Americana hued “Love is Like an Elevator” with the incomparable Anne Harris on violin, full-throated opmism in the powerful and upliing blues-rock anthem “Beer Day’s Coming” with special guest Ellen Miller on harmonica, and soulful introspecon in “Right Step.” In all, The Flame showcases La Grassa's versality as an arst and her unwavering commitment to authencity.
As she pursues her dream at this stage in life, Denise La Grassa defies age-related stereotypes, reminding us that it is never too late to pursue our dreams and make a meaningful impact.
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Tracklist: 1.Dawn of the New Day 03:58 |
“Bluesy - Rootsy - Soulful - Rock”
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