Born in the Bahamas and taking influence from her travels across the world, new wave Jazz fusion artist Mary Simone has recently burst onto the scene and fans from all over the globe have taken notice. Defined by a bold vocal tambour and a proclivity for creative choices in the studio, her work has been turning heads from fans and industry veterans alike. With today marking a milestone in the musician’s career, she celebrates the release of her Sophomore single, a cover of Mark Robinson and Miley Cyrus’ 2019 collaboration “Nothing Breaks Like a Heart” and demonstrates her ability to take a tune we all carry in our memories and make sound brand new.
From the moment the piece begins, there is a sense of serenity in the tune. The percussive rhythm of a shaker and cymbal play in tandem, keeping a steady beat as we sink deeper into the world of this music. Simone’s vocals appear shortly into the introductory stanza to begin the narrative direction of the single with the familiar line “This world can’t hurt you, it cuts you deep and leaves a scar.”
Setting the tone for a fruitful career to come, this cover proves to be an ideal piece to showcase Simone’s unique vocal range. Throughout the record, her voice proves nurturing, resonant, almost operatic at times as she puts a worldly spin on the American staple, taking advantage of every chance she can find to be playful with the notes as she makes the music her own.
Written by Nick Gumas
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