Allison Geddie CD Review

Allison Geddie
Everything You Don’t See
Self-released
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Listening to this album is like glimpsing into someone’s private diary
Allison Geddie was always destined to be a singer. From a young age she was eagerly listening to artists such as Rob Thomas. It didn’t take her long to pick up her father’s guitar and to start writing her own songs. By the tender age of fifteen Allison was booking herself a gig at a local café. Allison already has a strong fan base and her songs have been featured on several American television shows. Allison’s lyrics are thought provoking and written from the heart. They are very personal, revealing her vulnerability. Her music often reflects the journeys and roads she has taken to get where she is in life today. Allison’s debut album features a wide variety of songs. The songs are slow, dark, organic and very intimate. The cello, played by Tina Guo, features on this album giving it another musical dimension and adding to the intensity of the listener’s journey through the songs or musical path this album provides. Messed It Up Again opens up the album and highlights Allison’s unique style and sound. This is an edgy song with a pop/country flavour. Take A Shot is a slow burning country/pop song. Allison’s vocals are lighter on this second number. Leave With Me is passion filled, this song is bursting with raw emotion. Allison’s vocals are stylish and appear to be just waiting to burst forth. Fixing Me is a more soulful offering from Allison. Allison’s vocals are clear and refreshing. Walking Slow is a powerful song both musically and vocally. This is a song for people who like raw underplayed vocals and stylish lyrics that resonate with the heart. Divided has a strong country feel. Here again Allison’s vocals are tantalising, they scream warmth and love. In This City is a slightly faster paced pop/country song, probably leaning more towards pop than country. The Need is an angst ridden song with a rocky alt-country sound. Allison’s vocals are strong and compel listeners to listen not just to the song but the lyrics themselves. Set Us Free is a brilliant alt-country singer/songwriter song. Allison’s vocals are uplifting and full of tenderness throughout this Sarah McLachlan styled song. What We Lived For (The Starbucks Song) is worth a close listen as the lyrics are brilliant and so wonderfully constructed. Allison is certainly a very talented singer. Her vocals are mesmerising and beautifully raw. Listening to this album is like glimpsing into someone’s private diary.