Baiman,Rachel Shame CD

2017 release. Shame, the debut full-length album from Rachel Baiman, is a work of striking importance from a fresh voice that is bound to reach many ears in the years to come. On the album's ten tracks, Baiman commands attention with songwriting prowess and a depth of presence well beyond her 27 years. The album is a thought-provoking exploration on life as a female in America, with a strong lyrical focus on social justice issues. Despite the serious subject matter, the sound of the album remains light and centers around groove-based, largely acoustic instrumentation. Produced by Andrew Marlin of Mandolin Orange, the lush and varied musical texture heard on Shame is a departure from Baiman's previous stripped-down duo work with 10 String Symphony. Baiman's vocals are arresting throughout; simultaneously rich and subdued, her husky tone and unaffected delivery pair beautifully with the record's stew of folk, alt country, and gospel sounds.

1. Shame 2. I Could've Been Your Lover Too 3. Thinkin' on You 4. Getting Ready to Start (Getting Ready) 5. Wicked Spell 6. Something to Lose 7. Never Tire of the Road 8. Take a Stand 9. In the Space of a Day 10. Let Them Go to Heaven