That's what I love about Rachael's music, some people probably dismiss the ballads as cheesy and trite but to me they strike a real chord. They're not gritty and harsh but they tug at your emotions and express something very fundamental about the inner working of the human psyche. She shows such vulnerability and willingness to be exposed in the interest of making that essential human connection with another person.
Sometimes, at moments of great joy or sorrow we need to know that we are not alone and, for me at least, Rachael provides that comfort. Her songs talk about emotions that we keep hidden most of the time and allows us the space to admit them, at least to ourselves.
If you don't enjoy songs about lost loves and struggling to get through the human condition then you won't like Rachael's music, but if you've ever felt totally alone and wanted to run away from everything that you were tearing out your hair about then just maybe you should give her a try.
Her music isn't anger, revenge or rousing, it's heart-wrenching empathy instead. Her voice lilts over soft chord progressions that run through the wilderness in your mind. It can give you strength or comfort and it can just make you contemplative if you like.
On another note, if you ever get a chance to see her live, please do! It's more than worth it and often involves kazoos and audience participation.
Rachael's playing The Enterprise in Chalk Farm tomorrow night (31/05/2011) at 9:30pm if any of you fancy checking her out. If you make it down, I'll see you there.
For now, here's a slightly silly video for one of her more upbeat numbers 'Big Star' which is an indictment of the reality of the entertainment industry.
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