Bounce

 

Bounce. Performed by Suzanne Jamieson. CD. Approx. 42 min. Pop Up City Records. 2020. K – Grade 5

            Award-winning musical theater graduate Jamieson performs 11 upbeat, high energy original songs (co-written with Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein) in an 80’s influenced pop style. The guest musicians include the Alphabet Rockers, Patti Murin, and The Pop Ups. Background instrumentalists give excellent performances on guitar, saxophone, flute, drums, and other instruments, and with a heavy bass beat. A few younger voices can also be heard on some of the songs. One should “Bounce” back from failures, like Albert Einstein and Oprah (I could not understand the other names). One child is “Grateful” for her shoes, big stuffed bear, cookie dough, and toys. No matter what happens or gets in the way, when life hands a person lemons, they should make “Lemonade.” Although scared or shy, one should be “Brave” and try something new anyway. One should do a “Gut Check” to determine if something is the right thing to do. “You Got This” is about coping with scary situations. “Happy Feels” describes things and events that make one happy, such as puppy dog kisses, ice cream sundaes and movie night with the family. “Luna” features a fantastic melancholy sax solo. “Om Shanti” appeals to yoga for comfort. The other songs are “High Hopes” and “Pure Energy.” This energetic, positive album will have listeners singing and dancing along with the songs.

Website: https://suzannejamiesonsings.com/

Jamieson appeals to yoga philosophy for peace and so on. This reviewer suggests that she look to the Bible instead, and put her trust in Jesus Christ instead of a false religion. Only He can bring true peace and hope to a person's life.