![]() Sometimes it runs its fingers along the edge of Enya-type new age melodies but doesn’t go in all the way – just suggests it. What is commendable is that the songs are strong, well thought out and performed. Hawley voice is not powerful, but it is poignant, silky, and sincere in equal amounts. “Meet You There,” treads the sad beauty once explored by the late Judee Sill (“The Kiss,” “Jesus Was a Cross Maker”). About as intense as the gothic church bell in John Lennon’s “Mother,” and the more optimistic answering bell in his later song “Just Like Starting Over.” Kiyomi mines that confessional vein but instead of depression, self-loathing and feeling sorry for oneself – she reassures, and the little bell goes off like everything will be fine. Surprisingly, “Wedding Song,” is upbeat and arranged with subtle instrumentation, heavenly backing vocals, and jaunty lead performances. The angst level is there but low, and the positive attitude is pushed with a juvenile sophistication. “Miss You Love You,” is poignant, and pleading but her voice is optimistic and will be a good self-affirming song for young teen girls. Many songs are breathy but atmospheric in this nearly 18-minute preview. ![]() It’s a collection of songs where Kiyomi has created what may be more for those people who appreciate the music of the singer-songwriter, pianist Vanessa Carlton (“White Houses”) and reaching as far back as the likes of Dory Previn (“Lemon-Haired Ladies”), Laura Nyro and early Joni Mitchell. Bents plays guitar, keyboards, bass and background vocals on this effort with lead singer Kiyomi who adds some keyboards, bass and has written all the tracks. Kiyomi Hawley – Meet You There – Kiyomi Musicįive tracks produced by Kevin Bents in New York City provides a small package that includes lyrics to all the songs. In some cases, it is music by a recognizable artist that’s too hot to wait for inclusion on an album. EP’s have always been good ways to get familiar with an artist’s material before committing to a full album or paid download. Contained herein – is the third installment of several EP collections to some wonderful artists who have interesting music but less than an album’s worth of songs.
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