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Shelley Harland. Its looooong over due, but here is my review of the album, Red Leaf. Its obvious Im a huge fan and she has done no wrong in my ears, this is no exception. So I will try to keep the gushing to a minimum. From the opening song Wonder, to the closing title track, Red Leaf, this album does not disappoint. I cant help but see the beautiful changing leaves of Fall in my mind with every note of this album. Its such a powerful, crisp piece of music magic. Shelley shines with her lyrics and melodies more than she ever has. She has grown so much, I cant wait for her to dominate the US! Every song will get stuck in you head and your heart, they will trade places selflessly. Different moments of each song stand out with every listen, moments you didnt notice the last time. For me, the stand out track…which says a lot because each and every song on this album could be a single…is Panic To Control. Its been years since I’ve hear such a personal anthem. This song makes me feel strong and capable, its reassuring. If you ever feel doubt about yourself or something you want to do, listen to this song. You’ll be holding your head up with your shoulders back! Its a powerful song about, taking risks, believing in yourself and fighting for your dreams! It has hints of some of her earlier work in the “programming”…the approaching echo of her hum in certain bits give me chills. Wonder, Hourglass, Blue Bells, Sorry and Stranger(the new single) are all stellar songs. Youd be doing yourself an injustice by not getting this album. I am naming it THE PERFECT FALL ALBUM of 2009. Even though “Friday” was one of my summer jams…the LP as a whole just breathes Fall. Shelley, if you read this, ONCE AGAIN..thank you for putting out such an important album. You are one of a kind and a force to be reckoned with.

PS…the melodies and lyrics people!! I cannot stress their brilliance enough…I just cannot!

You can buy the album here(its WELL worth every penny and comes from Australia..one day itll be out in the states, but I dont recommend waiting!):

http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/music/pop-rock/red-leaf/437479

I heart shelley harland!