Guitarist and singer/songwriter Lynette Vantreese has Dar Williams' gift to turn a story about nothing into a wonderful, catchy song. Lynette's debut album showcases her natural, sweet voice and complex, sometimes dark melodies. Producer, co-pilot and husband Brett plays a mean set of acoustic and electric guitars. Drums, keyboard, bass and cello are sprinkled tastefully throughout. There is a bit of pop in her folk/rock and a strong depth of character and musicianship.
With more than a hint of Suzanne Vega and Shawn Colvin in her songwriting style, Lynette rocks out expertly in "The Emerald Girl" and "One More Chance." The Dar-esque acoustic epic "Peterborough Street" details an apartment she occupied at age 19.
She paints a vivid portrait. She sings, "The sky is the color of New England chowder, the rain beats down like bullets from a gun," in sad, biting "He's Leaving," giving the listener a chill from both her music and lyrics.
Lynette leaves us with passionate tale "The Lost Daughter of the Land." Training in classical and opera music obviously gave her the talent she needed to create this professional-sounding, interesting collection. Look her up as she plays around Nashville and the Southeast. For more information please see www.LynetteVantreese.com. |
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