Album review: SUSY WALL – The Spaces In Between

September 1st, 2024 by jason

Bandcamp [Release date 27.09.24]

The Spaces In Between, the debut album from Susy Wall, has been in the pipeline for a couple of years. Although Susy has been singing from an early age, it is only in the past couple of years that have seen her immersing herself completely in songwriting.

As Susy comments, “This collection of songs has taken me a lifetime to create. Each tune is a product of my own journey. From writing songs at fifteen in my bedroom with a second-hand guitar, to where I am now…a woman, a daughter, a friend, a wife and a mother to my own teenagers. And, of course, all the spaces in between.”

Produced by Chris Pepper, the album also features an impressive set of guest musicians including Gordon Giltrap, Findlay Napier (the Magpie Arc) and Anna Massie (Blazing Fiddles).

There are some dreamy musical moments including ‘Fallingwater’, where Susy’s vocals are backed perfectly by piano. Gordon Giltrap adds his guitar talents to ‘Woman’, whilst the title track recalls greats like Sandy Denny and Laura Marling, even Enya (less the synths!).

Two factors make this album such a rewarding listen. Firstly, Susy’s voice which is melodic, ethereal at times and sounds so familiar, as though she has been recording and releasing music for years. Secondly, the production that allows each instrument to shine as and when required. Perfect example being the piano and cello (played by Pete Harvey) on ‘Fred’s Song’, a fine finish to the album.

Soothing on the ears and musical soul, Susy Wall has produced an enjoyable debut and let’s hope the interest is enough that we get more music from her. ****

Review by Jason Ritchie

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