Annie Wells comes back with "True Blue Boy," a song that sounds as though it could have been written in any era, and that's its charm. The Rochester-based singer-songwriter spins a personal story about the emotional process that led to her marriage, filling it with her characteristic blend of jazz, folk, and adult contemporary warmth.
The track's dreamy instrumentation hooks you in instantly, with Mike Kaupa's trumpet providing a golden-sorrow reminiscent of smoky jazz lounges and Dave Arenius' stand-up bass giving the song an honesty-soaked heartbeat. Phil Marshall's work on guitar ties it all together, understated while conveying a punch of emotional expression. Annie's vocals are luminous and relaxed, by turns graceful and vulnerable. Her delivery is welcoming, and you can feel the softness of devotion and a swallow's victory in long-lasting love. This is a mature sound one that's invested in storytelling and feeling.
This tune balances between ethereal and grounded as it suspends buoyancy in a downward pull that swings easily back to euphoria. It's dreamy and refreshingly original at once, evidence that there is still a place for timeless songwriting in our fast-paced digital world. And with her next single, Annie Wells continues down her path to a series of songs that showcase the full extent of her artistry. "True Blue Boy" is an ode to patience, faith, and the beauty of a real thing in a world that's hooked on temporary.
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