Lisa O'Neill's album Heard A Long Gone Song is a captivating and unique collection of songs that showcase her incredible talent as a singer-songwriter. The album is a mix of traditional Irish folk music and contemporary indie folk, and O'Neill's vocals are raw, honest, and powerful throughout.
The opening track, "Rock The Machine," is a rousing call to arms that sets the tone for the rest of the album. O'Neill's lyrics are often politically charged and socially conscious, but always delivered with a sense of humor and a wry wit. Other standout tracks include "Blackbird," a haunting ballad about love and loss, and "The Banjo Spell," a playful ode to the power of music.
One of the strengths of Heard A Long Gone Song is the way O'Neill seamlessly blends different musical styles and influences. There are moments of blues, jazz, and even punk rock scattered throughout the album, but everything is held together by O'Neill's distinctive voice and her gift for storytelling.