DOROTHY – GIFTS FROM THE HOLY GHOST

2022-07-13

DOROTHY – GIFTS FROM THE HOLY GHOST – ALBUM REVIEW

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Dorothy is a hi-energy rock band fronted by the charismatic Dorothy Martin. The group delivers a hard hitting sound that encompasses diverse genres including blues, hard rock and post-grunge. Their music is driving and full of incendiary nuances. Dorothy recently released their new album entitled Gifts From The Holy Ghost via Spinefarm/Roc Nation.

The record’s back story is one for the books. Martin was inspired when she was forced to face death on her tour bus. After her guitar tech overdosed, Martin began to pray for his survival. After temporarily dying, the tech was miraculously returned to life. This divine intervention created a spiritual awaking in Martin. The results can be heard on Gifts From The Holy Ghost.

The album is a masterful gem. Every song carries a punch and Martin’s vocals are superb. The tunes range from swampy blues to 90’s alternative and everything in between. Martin is an incredible songwriter. Each composition has the perfect cadence and resolute ambiance. It all jells ideally and Dorothy ferries an album of immaculate strength.

Gifts From The Holy Ghost opens with “A Beautiful Life” which is a brazen banger. Martin’s voice is ferocious with profound intonations. The song’s supersized beat is a true eye opener. “A Beautiful Life” smacks you in the gut with its addicted riffs and fiery vibe. “Big Guns” follows and once again you feel the majesty of Martin’s vocals. The mid-rocker is full of edgy melodies and aggressive guitar licks. Dorothy transports the listener to a heavenly chamber of singular delight.

Dorothy‘s huge hit “Rest In Peace” is up next. Martin’s melodic bluesy voice takes over. The song hammers a groove laden rhythm that is simply explosive. Everything works. The guitars wail and the backbeat is fierce. “Rest In Peace” is a monster. “Top Of The World” features a 80’s feel with cinematic vocals and pulverizing guitars. The atomic bassline rules.

“Hurricane” has monstrous accents that accentuates its tenacious aura. It demonstrates a classic sensation with a modern flair. “Close To Me Always” is a smooth ballad that features intricate textures and spicy highlights. It showcases another aspect of Martin’s voice. You can feel her emotive tenderness flowing right off the track. The anthemic “Black Sheep” is next and it blazes from its very first note.The song is a killer with ballistic guitars and shattering drums. Martin’s vocals are full of fury and the chorus is savage. The kick-ass arrangement is infectious.

“Touched By Fire” continues the onslaught. The lyric is captivating. In addition, the tune has relentless depth while dispensing heavy riffs and a skyscraper backbeat. “Made To Die” is another flamethrower. The punchy beat has an gutsy demeanor. Martin’s fierce vocals takes on an invigorating intensity. The guitars flash brilliant with raunchy licks and once again the percussions are aggressive. “Gifts From The Holy Ghost” finishes out the record. Dorothy combines a bluesy barrage with crushing vocals and rocking guitars. Also, the gospel flavor adds a little spice.

According to the Dorothy press release: “with the combined powers of Keith Wallen, Jason Hook, Scott Stevens, Phil X, Trevor Lukather, Joel Hamilton and the legendary ear of producer Chris Lord Alge, Gifts From The Holy Ghost is made from a musical palette which seems to encompass each of the musician’s influences, as well as many of the essential sounds of rock music history.”

Gifts From The Holy Ghost is a masterpiece of dramatic music that should catapult Dorothy to the top tier. By all means, give it a listen and you decide if the album is a complete jewel. Dorothy already has me won over.

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