One of the reasons why I first started to worship Vanessa Carlton is that she is simply original and true to her roots. She is not at all like these artists nowadays who seem to be controlled by their labels/managers and put on a fake smile on their faces or even assume a different identity. She's just unique.
Besides that, what can be better than a real poet who writes about his own experiences and turn it all into awesome music? What to say about the piano and the classic touch she has always given to her music? Well, the focus here isn't the beginning of her career, but her most recent project, "Rabbits on the Run". Destined to be a masterpiece from the start, the album's been gathering good reviews and has elevated her status to another dimension: an indie star. She is a visionary who believes in herself and does it her own way.
This fourth studio album is nothing more than impecable. From the good vibe of "Carousel" to the dark theme of "In the End", Vanessa takes you through a fantastic experience. My favorite song off of it is definitely "Fairweather Friend". Another highlight is the romantically dramatic "I Don't Want to be a Bride".
It also has a choire of children that gives you goosebumps and an awesome guitar on yet another stand out, "Dear California". It's no surprise that the fans are more than satisfied with the long wait. Vanessa never lets her fandom down.
For everyone who kept track of her during the past two years, it is essential to check out the studio versions of songs we already knew from her concerts, like the deep and depressive "London" and "Tall Tales for Spring", which initially was the album's title.
When listening to Vanessa Carlton it is vital to explore the stories behind each song and album production period. She is just like those ancient poets and her music is pure Literature. You need to feel it, understand it and embrace it. So don't forget to check out the inspiration for "Hear the Bells", an almost ghostly track, and the poem that led to "Get Good".
I'm such a hardcore fan of hers that I was already aware of the fact that I wouldn't be able to talk about this record without mentioning all of the songs, which is why I'm gonna finish this by declaring my love for "The Marching Line", an actual march that grows into you and has its heyday towards the end.
I hope from all my heart that we get to see this fantastic artist release more and more records and that I actually get to see her live next year. But what I wish the most is that everyone who appreciates good music will listen to "Rabbits on the Run" and let themselves be entertained with this truly magic set of spells in the shape of a disc.
