Singer-songwriter Jasmine Karimova is a multimedia artist whose work covers multiple mediums, primarily the fields of music and the visual arts. Of Russian descent and English birth, she speaks four languages and currently resides in Amsterdam.
Classically trained in both guitar and piano, Karimova draws from her experiences, imbuing in her songs the intimacy of personal storytelling. Karimova’s music evokes powerful vocals and profound imageries to create a sound and style that lasts.
Her latest offering, From The Womb, opens up with, “Daddy,” an emotional and passionate expanse of a track that follows up with Karimova’s powerful vocals. On this piano-based track, the catchy tune provides for a provocative melody. Dynamic, as well as dramatic, the great indie-pop vibe will have listeners relishing in its alternative rock feel, as Karimova patters to her role as ‘daddy’s little girl’ on this moving opening song.
On “Mother,” we see more of a mellower vibe on this track. Soothing and filled with a placating quality, the song contains a carefully crafted acoustic guitar melody accompanied by percussions and drums. The track explores Karimova’s ‘give and take’ relationship with her mother. The song has a great flow to it overflowing with a melancholy feel and somber overtures. Karimova’s elegant vocals come across as highly soothing and comforting, here.
On “Eggshells,” the catchy and upbeat sound propels this smoky track. The song contains Karimova’s smoldering vocals that pave the way for an edgy cadence as sounds of the bass keeps up on rhythms along with the upbeat tempo of the drums. On this track, Karimova discusses her delicate state of mind when under emotional duress as traces of the saxophone weaves in and out of this song.
“Little Love” opens up with a captivating cadence and riveting stance. The tumultuous and stormy sound has somber detailing with overcast overtures and with melancholy keys tracing this track along with an electric drumming backbeat on this dramatic sounding ballad.
“Blue” opens up with a relaxing sound on the keys. Karimova’s velvety and elegant vocals definitely helps us escape. The song sets the mood for new beginnings and the bitter taste left in your mouth after the end of a relationship. A jazzy feel permeates the track from the percussions towards the end of the song.
“Leaving Amsterdam” has a light-hearted melody as Karimova reflects on this track a memory as she readies to depart from her current place of residence, Amsterdam. Fuzzy guitar riffs electrify as well as providing a foundation for the mellow vibe on this song.
“Swallow Or Spit” is a high energy track filled with an amped feel. Melodic guitar riffs pave this track that is processed under speedy drums. On this great happening rock song, Karimova’s vocals add a gritty layer to the spiraling guitars and upbeat drumming. Listeners will get lost in this edgy cadence.
“6 Feet Under” has a slower-striding vibe as the album slows down to encompass this dramatic sounding ballad. The track is filled with the sounds of the drums, electric guitar, and bass.
On “Little Sister,” the mellow sounds of the acoustic guitar jumpstarts this song. The track is encompassed by sparse arrangements with the simplicity of the acoustic guitar alone accompanying Karimova’s elegant vocals. This heart-warming and heartfelt track is about Karimova reminiscing about the day her little sister was born and making the promise to always be there for her.
“Glazami I Dushoi” is a somber and melancholy song with gloomy undertones. Karimova’s vocals are accompanied simply by the electric guitar, giving the track a quiet quality. Later on, electronic beats give the song a more electric appeal. The tune is filled with a sweet melody, as Karimova’s velvet vocals give a certain elegance to the track.
In a world where pop music is empty fodder, Jasmine Karimova blitzes us with these raw confessionals that are filled with evaluations of self-discovery and growth. Karimova’s powerful yet elegant vocals make her music highly compatible with fans of folk and alternative rock.
These emotional soundscapes on From The Womb really speaks to the landscape of the heart as Karimova really wears her heart on her sleeve on these vulnerable yet distinctly strong songs.
A natural, Karimova really showcases her artistic merit with these intensely intimate sessions.
The only complaint is that these tracks are not long enough to truly enjoy with only around 2:30 to gauge her work. Though bite-size, what we get is a great sampling of her talent.
Be sure you have a listen today!