ALBUM REVIEW: Jen Gloeckner - VINE

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Jen Gloeckner created the hauntingly beautiful VINE from the comfort of her bedroom. The artist's sophomore record can be described as ethereal; a twisted blend of Fleetwood Mac meets ambient sound. VINE will touch your soul and deliver you to another planet. Read my play-by-play below.

"Vine" is a cinematic, cosmic cloud. The singer takes to a straight tone amidst scratchy violins, drawing comparison to Bjork. We're jerked awake for the thumping, ambient drones of "Firefly (War Dance)," while "Breathe" reaches into '80s synthwave production. "Ginger Ale" is as refreshing as the title; Glockner's voice curls in rounds like a lullaby. "The Last Thought" is synth heavy at the start, but quickly blends with a clearer sound from Gloeckner and dips into East Asian stylings. "Blowing Through" is a breeze on the beach; Dreamy guitars layer around the Lana Del Rey quality vocals. Next, we're lulled "half awake, half asleep" through a dreamscape similar to Beach House on "Counting Sheep." Next, "Prayers" carries a youthful nostalgia then, Gloeckner's vocals rival Stevie Nicks on "Colors." "Row With The Flow" is folky and free. The melodic bow and string instruments sail through the soft, gravely alto, "I know it's not that easy." Lastly, we transition to "Sold," which sticks to Americana roots as well.

VINE is a journey that will change you. Jen Gloeckner's voice is an instrument that carries the album from one experience to the next. You can purchase VINE here.

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