Across the Hemisphere by Marianne Flemming: Album Review

by Damien Reid March 23, 2023

March 23, 2023

Across the Hemisphere by Marianne Flemming: Album Review

A melodic wind breezes past, and the calming atmosphere of folk rock carries with it. Such is the aura of Marianne Flemming’s album “Across the Hemisphere.” It’s a lovely collection of songs that should ease your soul. It’ll come naturally due to each tune’s serene vocal passages and rich guitar pieces.

Folk music has become a mainstay in the music industry, and its influence can be heard in the work of many artists. This brings us to the opening number of Marianne Flemming’s album, “Something Has to Give.” It’s a groovy tune with a bluesy guitar lead, and a moody singer keeps us charmed. The flow continued in the acoustic hymn “Desdamona”, It’s a magical song with a cozy rhythm. Also, there’s an essence of 60s folk in this piece, primarily because of the singer’s tone and the inclusion of the tambourine. Eventually, the album skyrocketed with the ecstatic “Ruby Red Slippers.” The piece is a masterful blend of blues rock, with its tasty solos and an enchanting singer creating an excellent jam that keeps your feet tapping all the while.

“Across the Hemisphere,” which is the title track of the album, is a great mix of poetry and harmony. It’s difficult not to become engrossed in this song because of the funky bassline and upbeat cadence. Altogether, it was a special effort from Kari Newhouse, Kevin Neil, Michael Henchman, Olivia Duffy, and Kevin Revolinski, who were the team joining Marianne Flemming.