Gin Wigmore - Holy Smoke -2010-. //free\\ -

The album’s mission statement. Bouncy, ukulele-led, and absolutely defiant. "You can take your two cents and keep your advice / I'm doing me, I'm doing alright." It’s a joyful rejection of societal expectations. In a less talented artist’s hands, this could be cliché. In Wigmore’s, it’s an anthem.

, known for his work with artists like Fiona Apple, Eminem, and Maroon 5 Amazon.com Backing Band: In a significant collaboration, Wigmore was backed by The Cardinals , formerly Ryan Adams’ backing band Gin Wigmore - Holy Smoke -2010-.

The album opens with "Better Than This", a soulful, upbeat track that sets the tone for the rest of the record. Wigmore's powerful vocals are matched by her emotive lyrics, which explore themes of love, desire, and vulnerability. The song features a driving rhythm section, courtesy of drummer Jim Keltner and bassist Flea, which adds to the track's energetic and infectious vibe. The album’s mission statement

★★★★☆ (Essential listening for fans of blues-rock, alt-pop, and theatrical swagger.) Key Tracks: "Hey Ho," "Black Sheep," "Dying Day," "Oh My." For Fans Of: Amy Winehouse, Bishop Briggs, The Kills, Regina Spektor’s darker moments. In a less talented artist’s hands, this could be cliché

The album’s mission statement. Bouncy, ukulele-led, and absolutely defiant. "You can take your two cents and keep your advice / I'm doing me, I'm doing alright." It’s a joyful rejection of societal expectations. In a less talented artist’s hands, this could be cliché. In Wigmore’s, it’s an anthem.

, known for his work with artists like Fiona Apple, Eminem, and Maroon 5 Amazon.com Backing Band: In a significant collaboration, Wigmore was backed by The Cardinals , formerly Ryan Adams’ backing band

The album opens with "Better Than This", a soulful, upbeat track that sets the tone for the rest of the record. Wigmore's powerful vocals are matched by her emotive lyrics, which explore themes of love, desire, and vulnerability. The song features a driving rhythm section, courtesy of drummer Jim Keltner and bassist Flea, which adds to the track's energetic and infectious vibe.

★★★★☆ (Essential listening for fans of blues-rock, alt-pop, and theatrical swagger.) Key Tracks: "Hey Ho," "Black Sheep," "Dying Day," "Oh My." For Fans Of: Amy Winehouse, Bishop Briggs, The Kills, Regina Spektor’s darker moments.