Walk with Me [FVC Review]

Posted by Tshombe

Ok, so I met this sister on twitter just this morning where she decided for some good reason to follow me, and in reciprocation I did so in kind to only find that she is an independent artist who has just released her album. So, you guys know me, I am a sucker for indie artist and I love supporting GOOD music. In a few clicks of her myspace page I was hooked and I clicked on over to my favorite site for indie music, CDBaby and purchased her new album “Walk with Me” as a download, and not knowing what to expect on such an impulse buy, I was pleasantly surprised by what I found inside this package delivered by Rachel Walker.

You know what it’s like walking down the street finding $5 at feet just at the moment of deciding on how to pay the bills and needing something to eat? Maybe not, but I do and I think you get the idea. I was absolutely and presently ignited as I listed to the melodic rhythms of Rachel’s work, I mean I found myself humming the lines of “Beautiful Memory” which reminded me of that feel-good and soulfulness of a Karen White, Chante Moore, or even the 411 days of MJ, but she has a pizzazz that makes her stand out from the two.

What I love so much about “Walk with Me” is that it covers and praises love, life, and pain without being to cumbersome on the soul, but rather a refreshing touch that you will easily be singing the hooks in your car and around the house and alone I hope.

My Take
Arrangement and Engineering: From beginning to end this CD is well arranged and professional, it even has that polish of a major label, but is of course from and indie artist. In all I think you’ll be left wanting to rewind and repeat this album.

Lyrical Depth & Value: In these times of lyrical dilution and auto-tune it really hard to listen to music without cringing or getting irritated a little. Well “Walk with Me” is a definite relief to your pain. Song-to-song the content is very captivating and is perfect for the car and office.

Edutainment Factor: This album is a spinner and the work has far more than entertainment to it, it contains material that touches the emotions and proves to be delectable to the soul.

Replay Value: Extremely High, I have listened to this CD 4 times in just the few hours I have had it today.

Price: at $8.99 (download) this is an awesome value for this quality of work.

BUY NOW

Have a listen to "Beautiful Memory"

*Note. the reviews are based on personal value and opinion, and is non-biased. FVC receives no benefits for its reviews and are not designed to sway artist sales.

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5 comments

Comment by Rachel Walker on October 3, 2009 at 6:27 AM

Hey Tshombe!

Thanks for the luv and support. I really dig that you connected with the spirit in which the album was created. I look forward to connecting with you more on FreddomVerseCafe.com and Twitter.

Bless, Rae.
Comment by MNARAIN on October 4, 2009 at 5:04 PM

I'm gonna have to agree with Tshombe I'm a sucka fo' luv I mean indie artist too. I purchased the album shortly after it was released you know word of mouth type thing and was pleasently surprised. The production is tight the lyrical content is real and its sonically official. It all says alot about how the artist feels about their creation and even if you don't like every song you have to respect lengths Rachel has gone to ensure she's heard clearly sorta speak..Listen to "My Life" you'll hear and see why she does it.
Comment by Augustin Langlais on October 6, 2009 at 8:53 AM

The album is magnificent. A nice welcomed change for anyone like myself who is so sick of the music being made today. This album has more quailty and depth then most of the R&B albums on the charts. Like a breath of fresh air. I purchased my copy on day one and was not dissapointed. Keep banging out that quality music.
-Gusto
Comment by Anonymous on October 12, 2009 at 3:50 AM

OMG....wow...BEAUTIFUL...AMAZING... These were the first words that came to mind when I first heard Rachel Walker. Her voice is absolutely amazing, such a breath of fresh hair. Her single, "Another Story" is lyrically powerful and real. I bought her cd immediately. The packaging and production value was absolutely beautiful. I am a very visual person and I immediately judge an album by the packaging...needless to say I was not disappointed.
My favorite song right now on the album is "Free". When I listen to that song in my car with my windows down...I truly feel free. LOVE IT!!!!! Every one should have this album in their life.

~KDN
Comment by Anonymous on October 12, 2009 at 4:22 PM

WALK...SKIP....RUN and get this album!!! You won't regret it.

I love the sweet soulful voice that blesses each song, especially the title track, Walk With Me and unforgettable hits like No Regrets and Free.

There are very few albums that make it to my 6-Disc CD changer in my car and this is one of those rare jewels that belongs in your collection.

-Nadyah

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