Johanna Renfro
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27
lindaryannicoll
Apr 11
Song: Karma Soother
Beautiful and so mood provocative. I can just see this in a movie during a transformation scene where someone is finding their peace and power. Love this.
IamDjFinesse
Nov 21, 2023
Song: Steel Feather
This beat is hard .... collab ? hit me on IG : beatsinabag
KeithWolk
Nov 08, 2022
Song: King Conscience
King Conscience: Definitely have your top down on this one. Route 66 flashbacks. Major thump'in Bass with a new twist on enhanced reverb vocals. Really makes the lyrics stand tall. Also something new I never heard before is the combination burrito of Lap Steel and Gibbie'. So intertwined and impossible to recreate. Hammond chug's away at the heels of this upbeat romp. Love the logo. Encore! JRating 5 Stars*****
KeithWolk
Oct 27, 2022
Song: Fifty-one to Fifteen
Fifty-one is now Fifteen: Song is Wicked....Brillance in a tear drop. ULTRA Clean Vocals. Wish I could achieve that level of clarity. SNAZZY drum beat infects you immediately. Keys are screaming the ultimate Shag Carpet Apt. in Hawthorne. Gibbe is there to chuckle your way to the bank. The Mix is extraordinary with no toes crunched during vocal segments. "Boomeranged Skys" said it all. Tetra must have been out to lunch to write this genius piece of artwork. Your "Jig Saw Ministry" for tonight. Luv this cut. JRating 5 Stars*****
KeithWolk
Oct 25, 2022
Song: Hush-a-bye Baby
Hush-a-bye Baby: Crazy Honkey-Tonk acoustic piano and Lap Steel open the show. Then the Vocals kick in with a Hammond key hugging the road. The Bass line keeps things jumping. Then towards the end the keys turn to synth strings. Impressive piece of work from this tireless composer/musician. JRating 4 Stars****
KeithWolk
Oct 23, 2022
Song: Tinsel Queen
Tinsel Queen: Intro tape reverse totally caught me off guard. Fantastic and reminiscing of a piece of Zappa's play toys. The Hammond old school enriched the overall mood of the piece. The slick Lap Steel inserts almost appear sobbing, supporting the overall concept of an aging film star ala' Mommy Dearest. The Pencil thin Flute component lap at the soft white underbelly of the composition. Vocals are crisp and nail the storyline. Luv the Lisa album cover ! A unique specimen worth a re-listen. JRating: 5 Stars*****
KeithWolk
Oct 14, 2022
Song: Heaven & Hell
Heaven and Hell: Snazzy foot stomping humbucker sizzle. Luv the old school quick Hammond Leslie swirl. The Gibson's viscosity melts your mind as it tangles with the thick durometer Bass lines. Subtle Flute inserts take their turn adding a bit of MSG to keep you hungry. What a sonic Happy Meal ! JRating 4 Stars****
KeithWolk
Oct 05, 2022
Song: Moments
Moments: Straight out of a 1940's pre-war cabaret lounge act. The vocals are beyond clean. Just the right amount of "verb" spinning off a most definite Fem' vibe. Finely orchestrated Synth strings combust with her acoustic guitar oxidizer. Gentle pause hesitations mirror the soothing mood of the overall piece. Shades of Pat Green are apparent in percussive styling. An exquisite composition going down a path no one has traveled before. JRating: 5 Stars*****
KeithWolk
Sep 26, 2022
Song: Paradox
Paradox: Twisty, tangled reverse wash starts you off. The Lap steel takes over and unloads a Naplam encrusted slip & slide. Like someone is cooking Bacon. The Hurdy Gurty Hammond melts into the frame giving pause to percussion hesitations perfectly. The acoustic guitar is nestled in the wings adding precious cargo. The flute inserts are pure Brakonian. This cut would have worked with Ennio Morricone's score to follow the Good, Bad and the ugly theme. Outstanding. JRating 4 Stars****
KeithWolk
Sep 23, 2022
Song: Room for Cello
Room for Cello: Love the title. Soothing, melting composition featuring that fabulous acoustic guitar with a flamenco tattoo. Luv the sparse percussion interludes giving precious real-estate for ample lead riff's. The backwards wash at the intro blew me away. The strings are amazing supporting the intricate lyrics and vocals. Bewitching piece. JRating 4 Stars ****
KeithWolk
Sep 16, 2022
Song: Kangaroo Court
Kangaroo Court: "Avocado Daisy, in a mini Dress" says it all. Super uplifting romp. It's hard not to sing along. What a Pop Hit ! That carefree swagger just get's your toe tapping. ACOUSTIC and LAP STEEL seals the deal. A Fantastic Renfrosky blend. Hints of Braconian Flute linger in the wings. Luv the choo-choo insert and the Wolk'in Bass runs, so jazzy. Segments of the tune flash me to Greg Allman "Layed Back" - Truely a masterpiece that was born viral. JRating: 5+ Stars*****+
KeithWolk
Sep 13, 2022
Song: Mushroom Pillow
Mushroom Pillow: Luv the 60's TV Soap Opera organ in the intro and throughout. I hope my ears don't deceive, but I detect her new acoustic guitar. The clean patter of delicate strums and runs created an enveloping hypothesis. Excellent Synth Bass riffs. Vocals are relaxing and melodic. This song just simply makes you feel like your cruising in your convertible with the top down. JRating: 5 Stars*****
KeithWolk
Sep 10, 2022
Song: Lone Dove
Lone Dove: OMG, this one is straight out of Milton Mann studios. I thought there was an accordion in there at first ! What faked me out was the 60's Hammond Keys brilliantly represented. Snappy drum tempo and running Bass line accented with Synth Bass, lays the carpet. The lyrical mistress amazes with message laden cargo. The Gibson lead licks gives it an actual Jazz feel. Excellent fade to conclusion. This song is an immediate impulse buy. JRating: 3 1/2 Stars++++
KeithWolk
Sep 02, 2022
Song: Sarah Tonin
Sarah Tonin:
Wow..blown away with this one. The mood is evident. Super uplifting and pleasant to let the song sweep you away. The jingle jangle percussion inserts promoted the flavor. The lead Flute track is icing on the cake. The synth Bass is like a leash leading you thru the composition. The carnival Key pieces add to the environment. The Lap Steel is tucked in nicely not stepping on any of the other components. The chord progression inventiveness is Sterling. One of the rare times we hear a guitar-less offering from this gifted artist. ENCORE ! JRating 4-1/2 Stars****
KeithWolk
Aug 22, 2022
Song: Into the Forever
Into the Forever:
Suberb composition from this clinically insane prodigy. Her visions extend beyond the physical plane and seems to write with ease. Still trying to figure out if the Bass was canned, but appears to be a live insert using synth Bass. The Bass holds the whole piece together smothered with the airy tsunami synth. Light, uplifting score to drift endlessly. Can't wait for her next installment. JRating: 4 Stars****
KeithWolk
Jul 26, 2022
Sanity: Another surreal ballad by this soon to be famous artist evokes a sonic melodic intrigue. The percussionless intro sets the mood with impeccable accuracy. A viral composition suitable for your next trek to Machu Picchu. Was amazed the Haberdashery was Closed. The Lap Steel is like 7 Swans a'swimming. The Gibson in the background has been "Roughed Up" just the way I like it. The Keyboard inserts reminds one of a childrens music box when wound properly. At the last few seconds it is concluded by a wicked Snake Charmer squeal, Fantastic ! JRating: 5 Stars*****
I'm sorry...but that was the best song since Doomsday...absolutely the finest chord progression I've heard you do in a year. Listened to the muted Gibby section 4 times and still trying to snag your chords. Am stunned by the mellow fabric groove. Ultra airy meld of keys and guitars. Needed a drool cup as the cut faded to zero.