DEBUT ALBUM REVIEW - LOUISE PARKER - LIVING IN SILVER LININGS
This Friday (16th April) will see British singer-songwriter, Louise Parker who's based in Essex release her debut album, Living In Silver Linings.
Photographer - Tom Humble
Hair & Make-up Artist - Sophie Daly
Graphic Design - Daniel Pitts
Stylist - Mandy Parker
Rear View Mirror (re-imagined) starts with guitar instrumental which I instantly loved and suits the song perfectly. The first verse of Rear View Mirror is quickly given to us and showcases Louise's wonderful vocal range and you can hear from within the lyrics that Louise is very passionate about the lyrics she is singing. The chorus is my favourite part of the song. The uptempo within the Louise's vocal range is fantastic and something that gives this remake of the single another lease of life. The second verse of Rear View Mirror continues with showcases more of Louise's wonderful vocal range this time with her louder vocals which was complimented with her guitar playing skills giving the song a little bit more life. I love the retake on Rear View Mirror as it makes me love it even more than the original. The instrumental in the middle breaks the song up fantastically. Rear View Mirror is a song which is very much to the point and one that needs to be said a lot of the time when it comes to issues like this!
Should've, Could've, Will has an upbeat instrumental to start allowing the song to get off to a fantastic start with it's wonderful country vibes. The first verse sees Louise's quirky, sassy vocal at the forefront which in turn allows for her fun side to shine through showing this wonderful side of who Louise is as an artist - something that always manages to grip me with her music. The chorus of Should've, Could've, Will features many wonderful lyrics that are also rather strong ones that you can hear are based on an experience either Louise has had or a close friend has - this is the beauty of Louise's song writing it can be based either way, however, I love the take of the lyrics as they are super fun, and catchy. The second verse of Should've, Could've, Will continues with an instrumental for a few moments ahead of Louise giving a different perspective on the sing that works wonderfully with an even stronger vocal allowing for more vulnerability. The chorus brings the song together perfectly especially on this verse. The bridge is simply a few words but ones that allow the listeners a moment to reflect ahead of the softer vocal on the final verse blending into the final chorus wonderfully ending it in the most beautiful way.
Lie To Me starts with Louise's crisp, vulnerable sounding vocals which I have to admit gives me this real sense of hurt which led to Louise writing this song. Lie To Me has a quite piano instrumental that happens to allow Louise's vocals to shine through. The first verse sees Louise's raw, and honest vocal demonstrated in a way that I have never heard before, but one I happen to love a lot. The vulnerability us listeners get from Louise's songwriting is just incredible. The chorus sees Lie To Me get a little more upbeat whilst the lyrics within the chorus are given us a proper feel to who Louise is as an artist. The lyrics are so raw, it's breathtaking to listen too! Ahead of the second verse the instrumental solo is something that is beautiful allowing the song to continue growing. The second verse continues Lie To Me with Louise once again showing her vulnerable vocal range fantastically. Honestly, I have nothing but praise for this song, and all of it's verses. Lie To Me is one incredible song. The bridge of Lie To Me sees Louise's vocal range get a little higher but softer at the same time, that I have to admit gave me goosebumps. Lie To Me ends with the chorus which brings the song to it's most natural end. Lie To Me sees Louise show off so much heart-break that it gave me chills so many times but the lyrics are eye opening so I can't thank you enough for writing and sharing this song. WOW, Louise - Lie To Me is incredible.
If You Want Me To (featuring Joey Clarkson) starts with an quirky and upbeat guitar instrumental at the song of the song which I personally love as it made me feel very happy. I also like how within the first line of If You Want Me To you hear both Joey and Louise and wow, their harmonies are just beautiful. The first verse sees Joey come in with her softer vocals with very meaningful lyrics that you can't help but listen very closely too also the speed of guitar gives the song so much life that it gets you thinking thanks to it's stunning songwriting. In the chorus of If You Want Me To you can hear both Louise and Joey's stunning harmonies once again which I have to admit give me goosebumps as it reminds of one of those theme tune songs from a chick flick and I love it. The lyrics are just beautiful and give you a real feel for the song, that I adore. The lyrics are also so catchy and happy - perfect! The second verse continues If You Want Me To wonderfully with Louise's vocals which I have to admit gives the song a little more country vibe to it which just makes it even more wonderful, and I didn't even think that was possible. I got a real feel for the vibe for the song as Joey and Louise's harmonies come in on the chorus and WOW! I adore the fact that If You Want Me To ends with the chorus as it blends all the parts of the song together so beautifully - so thank you, Louise and Joey for an incredible song!
Story Of Love (re-imagined) starts with a beautiful guitar instrumental which is also rather funky, giving off a wonderful country feel right from the start giving it so much more than I ever expected. The first verse of Story Of Love showcases Louise's incredible song-writing right from the off and the story behind the lyrics is just wonderful in a softer vocal tone. The story of love begins and it starts in a different way than what I first thought and I love this about Louise's song-writing. The chorus is utterly stunning which translates as perfection for me which is complimented fantastically by the guitar instrumental throughout allowing Louise's song-writing to shine through especially when it is written from the heart! The second verse continues Story Of Love with this beautiful song off in the most beautiful way allowing the lyrics to shine through once again thanks to Louise's soulful voice. The final verse of Story Of Love is one of my favourite verses and the lyrics strike a chord with me being one that I absoultely adored and caught myself singing along with. The solo instrumental that ends Story Of Love is perfect!
Fake Friends sees a softer instrumental starting the song allowing for the emotions of the song to come across without any lyrics being sung. The first verse sees Louise's vulnerability, and crisp vocal at the forefront which sees emotional lyrics right from the start that I caught myself really engrossed in there meaning - Louise has definitely written this song based on personal experience. The emotional lyrics are stunning! The chorus features many incredibly emotional lyrics that I couldn't help but catch myself being able to relate too! The second verse continues Fake Friends wonderfully with the story telling coming across in the most wonderful way as it allows the listeners a way to allow their own feelings into the song. The final verse of Fake Friends continues after an instrumental that is perfectly timed. Louise's tempo change in the vocals was moving. The final chorus of Fake Friends brings the song together perfectly, and beautifully. I caught myself so many times being able to relate to this song on a sad past experience - I will admit I sobbed that it took me a while to recover in all honesty.
I can't thank you enough for writing this song, Louise. Your passion for this song shine through.
Fake Friends is definitely my new favourite song from Louise.
Chances Are (re-imagined) starts with a beautifully soft guitar instrumental which starts the song off in a lovely way which is quickly taken into the first verse. The first verse of Chances Are is rather upbeat and allows Louise to show off her softer vocal which I absoultely love because it shows off everything Louise can do in a such a beautiful way. The chorus of Chances Are is super catchy and very funky which is a perfect song to be playing in the summer weather we have at the moment. I felt myself being able to relate to some of the chorus and you can definitely tell that Louise has written Chances Are from her heart and it shows in the most beautiful way! The second verse of Chances Are continues the storytelling and the picture you paint in your mind in the most fabulous way and more so in the final repeat of the chorus. Louise's vocal range changing in the final time singing the chorus and it made Chances Are even more special. Chances Are is a wonderful song.
I'm Moving To Nashville (Acoustic) starts with a softer guitar instrumental which instantly made me feel in love with the song that was about to come from Louise. The first verse of I'm Moving To Nashville is clearly about the moment that Louise decided on the big move to Nashville to pursue her musical career and the hopes and dreams that Louise has but one that Louise hoped would be an amazing step in her career. The chorus of I'm Moving To Nashville is one part of the song I caught myself shredding a little tear too. Louise's song writing ability is just stunning and her vocal range within this part of the song is amazing - there is something so special and unique about Louise. The lyrics within the chorus are so eye opening bringing me to tears a few times. The second and final verse of I'm Moving To Nashville is the part of the song that Louise has landed in Nashville and as I was listening to closely to lyrics you can hear the struggle that she faced when she arrived and one that didn't work out and you know what that's ok because Louise didn't let that be her ending with her music career, which I am very grateful for Louise for carrying on despite the struggle.
Just Friends starts with a very quirky drum and guitar instrumental which sets the tone of the song up beautifully. The first verse sees Louise's wonderful softer crisp vocal which with the lyrics is just perfect and the attention to detail within the song is something I wasn't expecting but I love. I love how the lyrics are ones that a lot of people will be able to relate too because most of us have been in that situation. I also like how Louise has written this song based on her on experiences it may seem. The chorus of Just Friends features some incredibly catchy, and honest lyrics that I just love as I caught myself wanting to sing along - the lyrics were so easy to pick up and catchy the perfect chorus for me. I adore the honesty from Louise within the songwriting. I am very excited to hear this song live post Covid, of course! The second verse of Just Friends continues with an instrumental break up at the start of the verse which sees Louise's sassier side that is just wonderful to hear on this track because this is something Louise does so well within her music, and I am so pleased that she is showing her vocal range off. The story within the songs lyrics the most the song goes on the more its amazing - and relatable for many! The chorus binds all 3 verses together so wonderfully, I enjoyed this song so much! The final verse of Just Friends sees an instrumental start heading into many of it's key moments at the forefront of the song - AMAZING! Just Friends ends with a final chorus which brings the song to it's most fantastic end.
Paradise (Re-Imagined) has a piano instrumental to start that sets the tone of the song wonderfully. The first verse of Paradise sees Louise's softer vocal at the forefront allowing the listeners to hear another side of who Louise is as an artist that allows me really listen to the lyrics. The chorus features at a much softer, and slower pace that saw me explore the lyrics a little more about the meaning of the song - Louise's song writing in this song is something that had me captivated. The second verse continues Paradise with this incredibly captivating vocal that had me hooked and believing in every single word that was being sung. The storytelling is something that makes this song extremely unique. The final verse of Paradise sees the story bought together wonderfully heading into the final chorus of the song ending the song incredibly. Paradise allows you to have your own interruption of the song.
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