How to Stand in the Rain by Elana Arian

a Review by Amy Lotsberg Producer of Collected Sounds

I reviewed Elana's previous release, Forward, and the only thing I didn't like about it was that it was too short. So I'm very happy to get a full length record from this very talented singer and songwriter.

She has a fabulous way with melodies. I am always impressed when songwriters come up with melodies that are unexpected. Writing songs is hard! I know this, this is why I am a fan, not an artist.

I especially love how she takes some chances with style. She's not all folk or pop. Here We Go Again is almost rock-a-billy and it's wonderful. Because of You also has a bit of a different old tymie swingin' feel. She's very proficient at all these styles. The piano on the latter is amazing.

I am simply adoring this record. I'm actually not sure why this woman is not already famous. She has a fantastic voice, writes incredible songs and plays a plethora of instruments. Record lables, are you listening?!

Some other stand outs are Still Here and the opening track Jessies Song....and Metaphore You is jaw-dropping. Just...*sigh* What a way to end a fantabulous album.

Posted on April xx, 2007