For her third release, The Orchard, Lizz Wright has explored new musical ground, putting forth her richest (and most AAA-friendly) record to date. Her supple, powerful voice disguises her tender age — she’s just 28 — and is indicative of her firm rooting in the gospel and jazz traditions of her Georgia upbringing. But she rises to new heights here with the driving rhythm of the album’s lead single, “My Heart,” as well as covers of Led Zeppelin’s “Thank You” and Ike & Tina Turner’s “I Idolize You.” Julia Clarke will tell you more in this edition of the Songlines podcast.
You might also check out the beautiful video for “My Heart”:
The Songlines crew had the good fortune to see Lizz live last night at the Highline Ballroom in New York. If you haven’t seen her, you should. The live show adds another dimension to her music, and her band is stellar. But unless you see her tonight in Philadelphia, you won’t get a chance for a little while, because she’s touring Europe for the next month. So for now, get a taste with this interview/performance from NPR’s Tell Me More.
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