Josie Bello has released her new album, ‘Resilience’, which features nine extraordinary songs. The album has a constant tone and goes into relevant themes that give us a fresh perspective on the world around us. The song’s overall quality is pleasingly attractive. The arrangement stayed extremely close to the composition and delivered exactly what the songs demanded. The Soundtrack appeals to me because of the unique shades of blues and indie folk in the tracks. The album opens with the uplifting song ‘Rising‘, which is an extremely wonderful tune. There is a lot of depth and interesting observations that have been well-integrated into the narrative. The way the vocals are sung adds much more depth to the intricacies in the lyrics. With the Congo, the groove is kept mild and constant. I was genuinely looking at things through different lenses while listening to the music. She gives such a passionate and caring performance that she thoroughly immerses herself in the song.
With ‘Resilience’, the pulse is accelerated. In the song, there is a tale being told. So far, I’m extremely impressed with the writing content. She could have just stated the facts, but I respect and love the manner she decided to tell the narrative. The guitar lines keep things fresh and beautifully bridge the gaps. The drums and Congo successfully keep the pulse going. The nuanced delivery of the vocal performance continues to amaze us. As the album progresses, we are enthralled with a song called ‘The Sound of Guitars‘, which revolves around guitars the instrument. The writing is enthralling and invigorating, and it lifts your spirits. The way all the voices and instruments come together had a festive feel to it. The guitars in the song are kept basic, yet they have their own importance and character in the song, which I found fascinating. The bass also adds some nice touches to the song, giving it a subtle movement. The vocal arrangement in the song is another feature that stands out.
The guitar slides right at the start of ‘I Am Empty‘ are indeed very engaging. As you listen to the song, the writing is loaded with such moments of thankfulness that it creates a powerful connection. The voice timbre is also perfectly suited to the atmosphere. Her emotion throughout the performance adds to the empathic spirit in the room. The arrangement is straightforward, with some thoughtful pauses that help to break up the monotony, and the organ is fantastic. In the lower range, the bass keeps things intriguing as well. ‘Love That’s Real,’ the next song, brilliantly portrays the sensation and colour of love in the writing. Along with the beat, the delicious colours of love truly swings your mood. I was completely enthralled by the song’s mood. The song’s tone is kept upbeat, making it seem appealing to listeners who are hearing it for the first time. The writing provides important viewpoints on a number of modest, delicate parts of love. The solo on the lute instrument that sounds like a banjo also contributes to the song’s spirit.
The pace and development of ‘Killing Time‘ is gentle. The folk aspect seems quite engaging. This is the music to start our long drives with since it is so positive and inspirational. The music just sets the tone for a day full with optimism and greater ambitions. The songwriting is fantastic and will melt the hearts of any engaged listener. The Blues harp absolutely adds to the emotional richness and quickly connects us to the beautiful landscapes. I was completely enthralled by the piece. ‘Coffee Shop Open Mic,’ another well-written piece, maintains the swing. The music is personal, and it will undoubtedly want to get deeper into you. The tune would fit comfortably in there. The arrangement serves only to complement the superb lyrics, allowing the melody to totally captivate you. The gaps are also given great consideration in order to make the song’s journey as smooth as possible.
With ‘Calling Card,’ the pulse picks up again. The sound is entirely blues-based. It has a terrific traditional blues vibe to it, which is complemented even more by the vocal delivery. The piece contains dynamics, and the overall acoustic environment is maintained contemporary. The writing continues to engross us in its fantastic storytelling. The album comes to a close with ‘Too Many Changes,’ which has a laid-back groove that really relaxes you. The writing discusses the numerous twists and turns that arise on our road, adding to the difficulties of our everyday routine. This perfectly captures the feeling of a long day that we would only be able to experience with our dizzy eyes and hallucinating brains. The tunes have a natural ability to connect with you. The album’s anecdotal voyage is beautiful, and the listening experience will be unforgettable. I am convinced that everyone who hears the wonderful soundtrack will find it to be breathtakingly beautiful.
Josie Bello also talks about her songwriting approach and how she came to make this wonderful record for us.
1. How did you go about creating these stunning pieces, and what was your approach and experience like? Take us through your writing process.
Songwriting is a way of expressing myself and flexing my creative muscle. All of my songs begin with a thought or a feeling that I want to share. Sometimes I write down an idea for a song and return to it at some other time to develop the song, and other times most of a song will come out at once! Some songs originate with a hook, and others are vague ideas for a story that I’d like to tell.
2. The arrangement has a quality about it that gently grows on you. Was it a purposeful effort to find and achieve this organic, natural feel?
Yes, my producer Mike Nugent and I worked diligently to find the correct sound and instrumentation for each track that we thought worked best with the song as well as the overall feeling we wanted to convey. For example, some songs were more suited to be accompanied by a full drum-kit, and others needed the sound of percussion instruments to round out the feeling we wanted to convey. We also tried to balance out the electric and acoustic guitar sounds. And of course, some tracks just begged for the sound of an accordion!
3. How enjoyable was it to record the songs? Could you tell us any hilarious anecdotes from the sessions?
Recording this album was a labor of love. Every layer of instrument and vocal track was introduced, and sometimes removed, as we worked to create a sound that would convey each song the way we wanted it to be heard. It can be tedious work, but very gratifying. I think we had to keep things in perspective and roll with some of the scheduling delays associated with trying to complete a recording project during a pandemic.
4. Tell us about the musicians who worked on the track with you. What was the process of putting everything together?
The musicians who play on my album are all professionals who have longstanding, successful careers in the music business and it is a privilege to have them on my recordings. They are: Mike Nugent, an extraordinary guitarist and arranger who recorded and produced the album, Shawn Murray, drummer, Richie Guerrero, percussionist, Jim Small, harmonica and Sean Dolan, percussionist. Kevin Kelly, the mixing engineer whose expertise was invaluable on this album is another music industry professional who has worked with many famous artists over the years.
5. Is there anything in particular you’d want to call attention to in the record?
This is my third studio album. I believe it reveals a deeper, more personal side to my songwriting and more confidence in my performance skills than previous albums.
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