If you haven't yet heard of Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, you're in for a real treat. The band and their wonderfully talented lead woman, singer/songwriter Grace Potter spin off some great vintage style americana rock and soul, with a bit of southern rock thrown in every now and then for good measure. Ms. Potter's voice lies somewhere between Jenny Lewis of Rilo Kiley and Janis Joplin, but the music definitely leans more toward the latter. Very similar to Janis Joplin with Big Brother and the Holding Company, any fans of that soul r&b style rock will love this new updated version of a classic sound. "Tiny light" is a great song that builds and builds to a screaming climax by Potter and some wild guitar work by her backing band. "Only Love" has an "Edge of Seventeen" by Stevie Nicks feel to it. Potter's songwriting is most definitely a woman's perspective on life and love. This may sound strange, because of course she's a woman, but so many women today tend to emulate the more dominant, and lets face it, more successful male style of songwriting. But its very refreshing to hear a woman, holding onto her femininity and sexuality, while still sounding like a strong woman who will fight for what she wants, but isn't afraid to admit when she gets her heart broken. She's the musical equivalent of Deborah Morgan from the show Dexter. Strange reference i know, but anyone who's followed the show will know what i mean, and if not, just ignore that comparison. All in all, this album has about 9 very strong songs, and a few that are passable, but on the whole, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals new self titled album is a home run. Go check it out for sure!
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