Vanessa Collier
Soul. Sass. Saxophone. đđ¶
Blues powerhouse Vanessa Collier is back with her sixth album, Do It My Own Way, and she is not asking for permission.
Recorded old-school on analog gear with the band in one room, this album channels the deep-groove Memphis soul of Stax & Hi Recordsâthink Staples Singers vibes, bold horns, and grooves so good Willie Mitchell would approve. đđș
âš Standout tracks include:
đ„ âElbow Greaseâ â a funky opener that hits hard
đ§ïž âWild As a Rainstormâ â a soul-deep anthem encouraging women and outsiders to ignore the noise and be a tapestry of dreams (now on Spotifyâs Retro Soul playlist!)
đž âRosettaâ â a gospel-tinged tribute to trailblazer Sister Rosetta Tharpe
đïž Vanessa writes, produces, arranges, and plays everythingâguitars, saxophones, flute, and vocalsâproving once again sheâs a true force of nature. Sheâs joined by legendary Hi Records organist Rev. Charles Hodges and an all-star band of collaborators.
đ A 15-time Blues Music Award nominee and 5-time winner, Collier has shared stages with legends, made her Chicago Blues Festival debut before tens of thousands, and continues to redefine modern soul-blues with fearless originality.
đ„ As Blues Blast Magazine puts it:
âVanessa Collier is an important part of the future of the blues.â