Cathy Hutch - True Soulmate
Country, Alt. Rock, Rock
California, U.S.
Overall Impression: When we think of country and alternative rock styles, we think of anthemic choruses, spirited performances, and a whole bundle of heart, and listening through Cathy Hutch's mightily memorable "True Soulmate" it becomes instantly clear that this is an artist that has clearly spent considerable time honing her craft and establishing a strong sense of musicality, and as a result, she's managed to cook up a thoroughly rip-rolling listening experience that delivers catchy sing-along lyrics, relatable themes, a towering sense of energy, and many a hook-riddled guitar moment, resulting in a listening experience that's both thoroughly enjoyable and instantly likable.
Strongest Point(s): The fusion of country and alternative rock elements is executed flawlessly in "True Soulmate." The track effortlessly transitions between the twangy verses and the explosive, guitar-driven choruses with ease. This dynamic contrast adds depth and dimension to the music, mirroring the emotional highs and lows of the lyrical narrative as well as providing a great deal of textural and tonal distinction between the various sections of the arrangement. The sense of energy that's constantly emanating from the track proves highly infectious and thanks to Cathy's warm and welcoming vocal style and excellent tonal and dynamic prowess, the effectiveness of the writing is bolstered even further. Of course, all of these elements are only part of the puzzle and thanks to the superb production and its detail-infused qualities, the performances, writing, and amiable personality of the track are given ample opportunity to really jump out and catch a listener's undivided attention, ensuring you come away from the song both elated and wanting more.
Target Audience Appeal: "True Soulmate" is a fantastic country-injected alternative rocker and I'm sure it will greatly appeal to fans of the genre.
Artist target suggestions: Sheryl Crow, Jewel, Michelle Branch, Alanis Morissette, Melissa Etheridge, Jason Aldean, Natalie Merchant, Joan Osborne, The Wallflowers, Pretenders, Brad Paisley, Jann Arden
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About the Reviewer:
Andre Avanessian is a freelance session guitarist, composer, and sound engineer based in the U.K. Having studied music production and composition at a degree level, he has taken his passion for all things audio-related to a level that has allowed him to become both a competent musician and performer. Being a self-confessed "Guitar Nerd" Andre has been continually studying the guitar as well as teaching it, helping students learn the instrument, develop their songwriting, and become proficient in home recording.