(October 24, 2022) “Let It Go,” the jazzy new single by Joe Leavy, has a bit of advice that we should all take in these tense and perilous times. This laid-back number is about releasing those things that we hold onto, or that sometimes hold on to us – whether it be depressing headlines or troubles on the job.
Leavy uses his rich baritone to break down a couple of ways that troubles can be released. One involves redirecting and elevating our thought process. He sings that a refocused mind can make the darkest night as bright as day. Leavy is also a man who speaks the language of love fluently. “Love is where we live,” is a quote from Leavy’s SoulTracks bio. So, it’s not surprising that Leavy uses this tune to also espouse the cleansing power of love to wash away the negative feelings.
(October 24, 2022) “Let It Go,” the jazzy new single by Joe Leavy, has a bit of advice that we should all take in these tense and perilous times. This laid-back number is about releasing those things that we hold onto, or that sometimes hold on to us – whether it be depressing headlines or troubles on the job.
Leavy uses his rich baritone to break down a couple of ways that troubles can be released. One involves redirecting and elevating our thought process. He sings that a refocused mind can make the darkest night as bright as day. Leavy is also a man who speaks the language of love fluently. “Love is where we live,” is a quote from Leavy’s SoulTracks bio. So, it’s not surprising that Leavy uses this tune to also espouse the cleansing power of love to wash away the negative feelings.
“Let It Go” is a song that plays to Leavy’s strengths as a master musical craftsman. He draws inspiration from legendary crooners like Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett and Mel Torme, and his smoky baritone does have a Velvet Fog quality. He’s voice is conversational, soothing and sensual, and Leavy is wise enough to select instrumental arrangements that showcase his vocal virtues.
“Let It Go,” lives in that space where R&B intersects with jazz. His vocals ride on the foundation of a solid R&B bass line that provides ample space for the jazzy improvisation on the piano as well as conversation between Leavy’s vocal and Steve Hanuman’s trumpet. “Let It Go” is more comfort food for fans hungry for some swinging analog soul. Check it out here.
By Howard Dukes