Kansas City-based collective Angie Fights Crime delivers a compelling display of musical vision with their album “To Be Beautiful” released on February 14, 2026. The project, written and recorded by Angie Fights Crime and featuring vocals from Ash Reynolds, Tess Savigear, Bethan Mathis, and Nikki Goodson, showcases a cohesive yet multifaceted approach to songwriting and performance. Produced and mastered by Robert Rebeck at the CAVE Studios, the album blends meticulous production with emotive, dynamic vocal work.
From the opening notes, tracks like “Between the Mountain and the Sea” establish a rich sonic landscape, balancing layered instrumentation with clarity in each vocal performance. The album’s structure allows each singer to bring their own nuance, creating an interplay between melodies and lyrical phrasing that feels deliberate and textured. “Believe it Ever Was” continues this momentum, offering an immersive, reflective soundscape underpinned by carefully arranged instrumentation that builds tension without overwhelming the listener.
The titular track, “To Be Beautiful” highlights the album’s atmosphere: authenticity and artistic autonomy. With the music completed months before the vocals were tracked, the recordings convey a sense of independence and confidence in the compositional framework. Each performance feels unfiltered yet polished, demonstrating the collective’s commitment to both musical integrity and emotional resonance.
Throughout the album, Angie Fights Crime proves that thoughtful production, collaborative vocal dynamics, and clear artistic intent can coexist seamlessly. “To Be Beautiful” is a testament to the group’s evolving sound – immersive, intricate, and fully realized – leaving a lasting impression that aligns perfectly with their motto, “turning in, turning out to be beautiful.”
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Review by: Frank Donavan