No last name, but a lot of heart here by singer/songstress Violette. She’s reminiscent of the stylists of the 70s with an upbeat and thoughtful approach to music. Along with a horn section, she teams up with Louis Cato, who does just about everything on drums, guitar and bass, and then brings in various guests such as Glenn Patscha/key and even some strings and percussion to create various moods and motifs.
She’s got a soft and wisp of a voice, and uses it well on the slinky “All My Life” and the delicate “Coming to You.” Peppy and optimistic on “Falling Strong,” she’s also able to create fun atmospheres when Cato brings some Dick Dale guitar riffs on the surfing “Countdown to Light” and even throws in some romantic French on “Envol” and “Annabelle” where she shows her ability to produce some dramatic moments. With strings and guitar she and Cato go intimate on “Perfect Illusions” but can also go gritty as on “I Heart NYC.” Well dimensioned and with her own material, she gets a bonus point.