WHISPERIN & HOLLERIN REVIEW

Our Rating: 9 out of 10! By the time I hit “Complicated,” with Zanya Laurence cooing in a most heavenly fashion, there was no turning back. It meant that this would be a record that I would continue to return to, to drink from its waters again and again.

Laurence is a young talent with an obvious affection for classy, soulful artists such as Alicia Keys and the disappearing act known as Lauryn Hill. But Laurence holds her own, blessed with a rich, sultry voice that is no pale imitation of her idols. Best yet, she is remarkably disciplined; she doesn’t attempt to sing outside of her range. However, the real strength of an artist is really judged from their songs. We have already established...