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THE REVIEW
The artistic career of Joe Henry is truly unique. For many years, he recorded albums that could be classified as country rock, with a sound reminiscent of Bob Dylan. Many knew very little about him, others knew him only because he is Madonna's brother-in-law. Then, two years ago, he took a sudden turn with the release of Scar. An incredibly beautiful and entirely different album from the previous ones. An album characterized by jazz settings and created with the contribution of incredible musicians, including Ornette Coleman and Marc Ribot.
Since then, something has changed and is still changing for Joe Henry. This is evident in his new album. In some respects, "Tiny Voices," released by the Californian label Anti, represents the natural continuation of the shift that began with Scar. The formula is identical since this time too he surrounds himself with musicians with a formidable jazz background, particularly the clarinetist Don Byron and trumpeter Ron Miles. However, compared to Scar, there is a perception of a more "controlled" sound, as there are not many digressions in the development of the song themes. Jazz can still be felt, and the album does not disappoint at all. The atmospheres are soft, light, rarefied, velvety... subtle. Occasionally, the "scratches" of an electric guitar can be heard, which prevent the risk of monotony.
The tracks flow one after another naturally, and some, in particular, are real gems ("Sold" and "Fresh and blood," for example). It is, in short, music to be listened to in the evening when tired, with dim light and the mind elsewhere, perhaps while the rain drums on the windows.
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Joe Henry's Tiny Voices continues his artistic shift toward jazz, featuring masterful musicians and a controlled, velvety sound. Compared to Scar, the album feels more subtle and refined with soft, rarefied atmospheres. Tracks like 'Sold' and 'Fresh and Blood' stand out as highlights. Perfect for evening listening with its calming and sophisticated mood.Tracklist Videos
Joe Henry
Joe Henry is an American singer-songwriter and producer active since the mid-1980s. He began in alt-country/Americana and later wove jazz textures into his records. He has produced acclaimed albums for artists including Solomon Burke, Bettye LaVette, Allen Toussaint, Ani DiFranco, Aimee Mann, and Elvis Costello, and co-wrote Madonna’s “Don’t Tell Me.”06 Reviews
