Beth Hart - War In My Mind (Purple Vinyl)

Beth Hart is as real as it gets. At a time when other musicians polish their songs, airbrush their image, conceal their blemishes, deny their age and bury their darkest secrets, this is one artist who throws down her cards and invites you to either walk or love her anyway. And with War In My Mind, this Grammy-nominated talent has never served herself up so raw, on a record that embraces her merits and flaws, channels her bittersweet headspace and spins gold from her demons. "More than any record I've ever made, I'm more open to being myself on these songs,” Beth explains. "I've come a long way with healing, and I'm comfortable with my darknesses, weirdnesses and things that I'm ashamed of – as well as all the things that make me feel good."

The immersive sound of War In My Mind is visceral and alive, every song a testament to Rob Cavallo's production smarts. Beth says, "I think one of Rob's greatest talents is that he completely allows artists to have their own vision. Never once did I have anything disappointing happen to one of these songs."

Having followed the fascinating career of Beth Hart for a quarter-century, we've learnt not to rule anything out – so long as it's real. And now, with War In My Mind, this songwriter has made a record that bares her soul, represents her warts-and-all, and makes no apology for it.

Tracklisting:
A1. Bad Woman Blues
A2. War In My Mind
A3. Without Words In The Way
B1. Let It Grow
B2. Try A Little Harder
B3. Sister Dear
C1. Spanish Lullabies
C2. Rub Me For Luck
C3. Sugar Shack
D1. Woman Down
D2. Thankful
D3. I Need A Hero