It's been 7 years since she put out a studio album but this ten-track collection of well-chosen covers, including several classics, positively places Frances Black nicely back into the spotlight; where she belongs.
One of the Nations most beloved songstress, Frances took the albums title from the Faith Hill declaration of womanly independence ‘I Would Be Stronger Than That’. Produced by long-time Ray Davies sideman Bill Shanley. Who does a great job in unison with Frances on re-deilvering well known song on another spectrum.
The LP includes a version of Sheryl Crow’s ‘Strong Enough’, which is currently gracing the airwaves. From get go the record introduces Elton John's composition ‘Love Song’ from Tumbleweed Connection, followed by a lavish version of Carol King’s Tapestry classic ‘It’s Too Late’. From the same era comes James Taylor’s poignant ‘Long Ago And Far Away’ is sublimely captured by Black.
Our Favourite track is 'Rise', a little gem that showcases Frances' ability to take the thread of a fine song and weave it into something uniquely her own. Just superb. The album is aptly titled as its stronger she is getting, proving she has yet, still so much to offer.
8/10
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