Lisa Michelle Anderson presents her debut album “Get To Somewhere” which brings together folk and Americana elements with soft rock and creates a heartwarming musical experience. Anderson shares her real-life stories by using these nine tracks in the albumm that include memories from roller skating during childhood through her experiences assisting knife throwers at her job.
The album begins with “Nickel and Dime” which narrates memories of childhood days spent on the bad side of the tracks. This soft musical track features a heartful arrangement of guitars which creates a sweet basic melody. In the second song “Polaroid Summer”, the acoustic guitar produces a country atmosphere which stirs feelings of nostalgic summer days without worry.
The track “Get To Somewhere” develops an emotionally weighty narrative. People need to seek escape and keep moving ahead although they may not understand their destination. Anderson reveals both her storytelling talents and her soft vocal delivery through tracks such as “Were You Singing to Me” and “Goin’ Where Joni Went” while “Flags and Flowers” combines sensitive execution with meaningful subject matter about life and death and the components that make life worthwhile.
As the boldest song of the album “Devil on My Back” showcases bold blues tones and folk-rock traits in addition to delivering both strength and attitude. The song provides exceptional power to those leaving their past behind with no plans for return.
The album concludes with its last song “What Tomorrow Brings” which ends on a soft hopeful note leaving the narrative open. The track concludes without defining closure as it initiates a fresh beginning.
Johnny Irion produced this record with Paul Kolderie for mixing purposes to create “Get To Somewhere” ‘s authentic and emotional feel. With support from longtime collaborators, Anderson’s voice and vision stay strong throughout.
The album extends a compassionate message to all those who seek new beginnings or try to revive past memories or embark on new starts. With genuine passion Lisa Michelle Anderson composes and performs through “Get To Somewhere” while delivering a touching message about the meaningfulness of each individual expedition.
