Miko Marks – 'Hell or High Water' review: country with blues and conviction
The US singer releases an album about resilience, healing and hope today. Country Universe calls it her finest work to date.
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Single video: YouTube · Miko Marks · youtube.com
Single: Death Rolls Like Thunder
Miko Marks released her new album 'Hell or High Water' on Redtone Records on Friday. It was produced by Justin Phipps, who also co-wrote the songs with her. Marks describes it as an album about resilience, healing, freedom and choosing hope in the face of pain. And she stresses: 'Blues is a part of who I am.'
Country Universe sees the album as a natural next step: Phipps' blues-leaning arrangements carry the songs, while Marks convinces with political clarity and vocal power. The record is about finding your feet again after personal losses – the verdict: her finest to date and an essential listen.
The video is the official lyric video for the lead single 'Death Rolls Like Thunder' from Miko Marks' YouTube channel. According to Marks, the song tells of a battle from history as an example of a people defending their land.