Yvonne Lyon - Fearless

Fearless is an accomplished collection of Yvonne Lyon's own compositions; rootsy songs composed around piano and acoustic guitar. Lyrically intimate, her tunes are full of memorable hooks. Listening, I was reminded strongly of Sarah McLachlan - it was no surprise to know that McLachlan and Shawn Colvin are big influences on Lyon.

The overall effect on the listener is one of 'balm to the senses,' for Lyon's voice hits you with its clarity and warmth throughout. Gentler songs like Fearless, Unknown Smiles and Love are striking in their understated simplicity. She's capable of shifting up a gear too, with rockier songs such as Mariana and Subscribe.

Lyon's piano and guitar playing provide strong structure for all her songs, and the backing musicianship is excellent, never intrusive. I particularly enjoy Chris Stout's viola and fiddle, and David Lyon's lyrical touches on accordion and Hammond add nice depth ~ Rambles

• Colours
• Fearless
• Mariana
• Unknown Smiles
• Subscribe
• Love
• Room Enough
• Run To
• The Meantime
• Come