“She’s not shiny, she’s not smooth - but the light, it reflects every ridge in her being…” Those are the first lines introducing this album and introducing myself. I am not perfect. This album is not perfect. But it is completely me, with all sharp and smooth edges. My lisp, my woes, along with my joy, all enunciated. This is me.

I am joined by my partners in crime on this record. They know I’m not shiny, they know I’m not smooth, yet they give me so much love and most importantly, my music - they play and serve with such care.

I’ve never given birth, so I call these tunes my children, and my band - I call them my musical lovers. For without them these songs would just be melody, chords & lyrics on paper.

Take what you will from this album. We had fun making it. We sincerely hope you’ll enjoy.

Vanisha Gould

June 2024

New York