In recent weeks there’s been quite a buzz building over the blue-eyed soulstress from LA, and for once the PR hyperbole is fully justified. All hail the emergence of major new star. ‘Rise’, a smooth and enchanting blend of lite house, fused with her Sade-esque vocals, rightly became her first hit, recently topping the Billboard Dance Charts. And on the eponymous titled album the theme continues with a beautiful marriage of bossa nova rhythms, swinging house beats and soulfully delivered lyrics that ooze of a rare quality. ‘Breathe You In’, ‘Living Without You’ and ‘Send It Out To The Universe’ a trio of essential listens. James’ blend of musical styles and lyrical messages is diverse enough to satisfy nearly every listener’s aural taste buds with her acoustic rooted melodies and earth house production, set your CD Player to ‘repeat’ and this quickly will become an mesmerising listen.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: Lewis Dene
