Throughout her new six-song EP, titled Power to Me, she combs such influences as Amy Winehouse and Sia for a statement piece all her own. Such focus tracks as “The Life That Gave You Away” and “Crazy (You Make Me)” display incredibly powerful control and storytelling finesse.
She’s gained praise from such tastemakers as The Vinyl District, Music of the Future, Ear Jelly, That Buzzing Sound and Vents mag, among others.
After moving from her hometown at 21, Alexandra Raé had a lot to say about adulthood. Power to Me is a salute to all of the frustrating, confusing and draining obstacles involved in growing up and how they make you who you are.
She learns to stop and smell the roses with “Take a Beat” and its lively motown sound. “Power to Me” follows with a bass/guitar heavy, pop-rock beat where she asserts her independence in the dating world; Nelson Bragg’s added percussion brings a unique sound to the production. She learns to accept her past heart breaks with “The Life That You Gave Away”. Alexander Hahn’s powerful saxophone solo screams jazz. In “Crazy” she understands the feeling of holding on to someone special through ups and downs. Finally, her rendition of “Don’t Worry Baby” is a soulful tribute to The Beach Boys.
With her extremely talented producers Scott Bennett, former Brian Wilson Band member and Tom Wardle, UK recording artist, the three collaborated to make this EP an exciting journey for listeners that brings back classic 60s Motown, modernized to make you feel nostalgic whether you were around for it or not.
If you’re looking for something different, look no further.
