On her third release, LAMB, New York songwriter, Nadia Kazmi shows an enviable range of genres, moods, and influences. Opener “Kill the Monster” adopts angsty blues and punk elements, with results reminiscent of a Karen O with Janis Joplin’s melodic tendencies. The rest of the album, starting with second track Lamb in Wolf’s Clothing, takes a narrative turn, as it displays more folk rock leanings with a vocal cadence reminiscent of Bob Dylan, and various other ’60 influences. “Haunting” proceeds to evoke The Doors and as the album progresses, the songstress continues to release intense energy and something akin to inner turmoil that manages to pull us in. For what is guaranteed to be a lively show, check her out at Baby’s All Right on August 8th. – Madeleine Grossman
We added this song to The Deli’s playlist of Best folky songs by emerging NYC artists – check it out!