Read what audiences have to say about "Torchlights"
Top Buzz Magazine
Heather Savage | 09.05.2024
"Covello builds the ten-track collection on consistent strengths that rarely flag. He discovers endless variations on that foundational template, and the subject matter is never facile. Covello writes and sings about matters of the heart with sincere conviction and an approach that’s certain to appeal to a broad array of listeners."
Mob Angeles
Michael Rand | 09.01.2024
"There’s never the sense Covello is playing for a certain choir, rather like any true artist he’s made the record for himself. Part of its appeal lies within the raw, somewhat universal quality of the stories the tracks tell, accompanied by Covello’s assured, emotive but soothing vocals. Even when he touches on decidedly painful aspects, Covello never wavers from that sense of self-possession and finesse."
Spotted Cat Magazine
Rachel Townsend | 09.01.2024
"What could be cheap sloganing is actual, apt description of what each of the tracks conjure. I appreciated the genuine sense of heart in each of them too, the willingness of Covello to make you risk feeling he’s overly sentimental. Because of the authenticity, this never appears or comes across as the case."
VENTS Magazine
Jennifer Munoz | 09.04.2024
"With the release of his new album, Torchlights, he has cemented himself as truly an artistic visionary worth grappling with, someone who likely will be cited in future releases and inspiration manifestos. Covello is able to write this kind of subversive, evasive wit, along with this kind of tortured, romantic undertone that in lesser hands could prove overly sentimental."
Melody Maker Magazine
Chadwick Easton | 08.12.2024
"Covello’s ability to capture these feelings is nothing short of remarkable, creating a sense of shared experience and connection through his music. The ten tracks on “Torchlights” seamlessly blend old and new influences, resulting in an organic, full-concept album that stands out in an era dominated by singles."
IndieShark Music Magazine
Mark Druery | 08.11.2024
"Yet in realizing his own with Torchlights, it feels as if Covello is sort of going back to basics, freeing himself from the shackles of any corporate titan or mid-level manager and working with people who genuinely appreciate creative expression."
Hollywood Digest
Garth Thomas | 08.11.2024
"Vincent Covello, in the best possible way, is the male Taylor Swift for adults. It’s refreshing to hear a musical achievement like his new album Torchlights which hits on themes such as love, relationships, breakups, and courtship in a manner that’s sophisticated, laidback, and matter-of-fact. Covello is a rare kind of animal these days, someone who is a singer-songwriter but not necessarily fronting his act as a fully formed personality. "
Sonic Realms
Von Philipp Gottfried | 08.08.2024
"Each track serves as a chapter in the overarching narrative, painting a comprehensive picture of the ups and downs that shape our lives. Vincent Covello's meticulous attention to his music ensures that every note, lyric, and arrangement is filled with intent and emotion."
Jam Sphere
Jacob Aiden | 08.06.2024
"'Torchlights' transcends genre boundaries, offering a musical experience that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally moving. Vincent Covello’s ability to intertwine sophisticated jazz influences with the accessible charm of adult contemporary pop results in an album that stands out in its brilliance and cohesion. Each song is an individual torchlight, a guiding flame through the complexities of human emotion and experience."
Skope Magazine
Skope | 08.05.2024
"'Torchlights' is an extraordinary piece of work reflecting current modern day classical music and contemporary light jazz, yet managing to stay flawlessly fresh. Somewhere in between pain, loss, and beautiful intensity, Vincent Covello’s latest album carries on to stay completely genuine, unique, heartbreaking, and manifests to create a feel of its own. "
Planet Singer
Samuel Fredrickson | 08.04.2024
"'Torchlights' is without any doubt a true masterpiece that showcases Vincent Covello’s artistry and his ability to create music that touches the soul. Each track on the album is a gem, reflecting the collaboration of talented musicians who bring depth and emotion to every note. Covello’s return to his singer-songwriter roots with this album is a triumph, offering a timeless collection of songs that everyone should listen to."
Folk 'N Rock
Scott | 08.03.2024
"This album stands out as one of the most emotionally impactful records I’ve encountered this year. Covello has crafted a collection of songs that are not only musically beautiful but also deeply moving. The artistry displayed here goes beyond mere technical skill. Covello has managed to capture complex emotions and experiences in a way that’s very touching."
Daily Music Roll
Hughes Nelson | 08.02.2024
"Elevating the genre to the highest level, ‘Torchlights’ has a total of 10 tracks that are unique experiences on their own. Every single song from the album is perfectly curated, with dynamic beats, complementing the lyrics, and most importantly, his heavenly vocals. Apart from excelling in every element of the album, the most highlighted feature of the tracks is definitely his vocals, perfectly suited for jazz music."
Dancing About Architecture
Dave Franklin | 07.31.2024
"The songs are spacious piano tunes filled with heart and healing, pathos and poignancy, and, for the most part, they are left wonderfully spacious. Occasional orchestral sweeps bring additional grace and grandeur, but this is definitely one of those times when less is more, and that understatement and restraint frames Vincent’s emotive vocal pleas, stories, feelings, and thoughts perfectly."