Beth Hart's voice is a uniquely powerful vocal presence that paints vivid pictures, conveys emotional depth, and evokes a sense of statuesque grandeur in every song. It's difficult to define the essence of great art, but you know it when you hear it.
Her remarkable artistry attracted superstar producers David Foster, Hugh Padgham, and Mike Clink to collaborate with her on her debut album, 1996's Immortal. Perhaps her gift for turning each song into a deeply personal communication between singer and listener was most evident on "L.A. Song," her worldwide radio smash from her second album, 1999's Sceamin' For My Supper.
However, the mark of a truly great artist is their ability to continue growing and evolving. Leave The Light On, Beth's KOCH records debut, is an outstanding document of her personal and professional development, showcasing her finest work to date.
Beth stated, "With this album, I wanted to wrestle with the edges a little and stretch out. I wasn't going to be too traditional. I avoided the typical. I'm not afraid of the feelings I express because all of them are totally real. I know the difficulties of the experiences I sing about. I've been through every one of them."
Oliver Leiber, a key collaborator on the current project, noted, "I've known Beth for over 5 years, and in that time, some amazing changes have happened. She's grown so much as a woman and as an artist. Her latest work reflects what a great place she's in."
The first single, "Leave The Light On," addresses the most basic of human needs and fears: security. "World Without You" takes us to a lonely but familiar place, as Beth noted, "It talks about a very painful situation that most of us have had to deal with in our lives. You're in love with someone who leaves you, and now you have to face the new reality."
About "Lay Your Hands On Me," Beth says, "This song is dark and hot and reveals what every woman wants but few have the courage to ask for." "Sky Full Of Clover" examines the strength of faith and finds its center in the spirituality of roots Gospel music.
In the final analysis, finding harmony with real human emotion is what Beth Hart is all about. She enthuses, "When your life is in balance, you really know where to put your energy. This album is going to make people think, because it's all about having positive new things to say about experiences we all share. That's why we spent so much time on it. All involved were not going to be satisfied until it felt real and felt right! When you're happy, when you've found your place in the world, great things come out of you."
