Lilly Winwood (from the album Talking Walls

Lilly Winwood (from the album Talking Walls

Lilly Winwood (from the album Talking Walls, independently released) (by Lee Zimmerman)
 
Being the offspring of a respected musician may appear to have its advantages, but in many cases, it can lead to undue expectations. Simply being the offspring of a talented parent doesn’t necessary lead to similar success, or for that matter, even the ability to stay true to their template. On the other hand, there’s something to be said for being part of a gene pool where skill is a product of heredity, and the ability is shared accordingly.
 
That said, Lilly Winwood has made a mark all on her own. Yes, her father is famous, and any mere mention of Steve Winwood revolves around the fact that he has a formidable resume, considering the role he played in the Spencer Davis Band, Traffic, Blind Faith, and his ongoing solo career. However, the younger Winwood has never chosen to lean on her father’s fame. Rather, she makes music on her own terms, even to the extent of supporting herself as a restaurant worker, while hoping to achieve attention through her persistence and perseverance.
 
Consequently, it’s little wonder that Lilly Winwood’s sophomore effort, Talking Walls, reflects that desire and determination, even while grappling with the questions and concerns that most people encounter when dealing with the frailties and frustration of everyday existence.
 
Lilly Winwood notes that the songs were spawned from sleepless nights after working her day job, and it was weariness and wanderlust that provided her inspiration. Consequently, it eschews any overthinking, even to the point of foregoing the use of a producer. There’s a seeming sense of spontaneity imbued within each of these offerings, as well as an honesty and humility that doesn’t deny either her credibility or confidence. “Laundry Day” takes a matter-of-fact attitude that seems to belie greater desires. Likewise, the easy lope of the album’s first single, “Sleep Issues”, the sassy attitude of “Good Old Days”, the determined and defiant “Keep It Spinning”, and the soulful stride shared in “Long Haul”, “Idastoned”, and “Airplane” all testify to a particular perspective. So too, while a song like “A Paper Trail of Broken Hearts” hints at sadder circumstance, it’s followed by a somewhat jaded ode to optimism, tellingly titled “Brighter Days”.
 
To her credit, Lilly Winwood doesn’t always make her observations obvious or easily discerned. Rather, she takes a more thoughtful approach that finds her ruminating and reflecting on each subject and scenario. There’s an old saying that asks if walls could talk, what would they reveal. In this case, there’s plenty to be said. (By Lee Zimmerman)
 
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