I agree with the other reviews.  Parsons-Taylor definitely possesses marvelous winsome charm, and may remind some of Norah Jones.  I think though she has her own style and creativity & a marvelous way of describing in small strokes many complexities of life and love and be appealing doing it.  Even though several songs are short, she takes her time developing them, and her rhapsodic piano based tunes are also very appealing I think.  I this goes down easy, still much food for thought here.  Cool debut!
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Jessica Parsons-Taylor performs her emotional musical portraits with a thoughtful lyrical touch that defies her delicate, distinctive, almost childlike voice. She sings with hushed intimacies held with a gentle hand to melodies that float on an often breezy, sometimes somber but always skilled piano-based delivery. Rich in jazz and pop tradition, her songs have a graceful simplicity of style. She chooses her words and notes sparingly and adorns them with only the most essential elements of musical decoration. The result: songs that resonate softly but with a purpose and clarity that both illuminate and celebrate her youthful take on life. Her voice is fresh and original, her songs exquisitely crafted, her performances fun and engaging and, most importantly, her future bright and limitless. A wonderful new talent."
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In The Slower Side of Time Jessica Parsons-Taylor casts a spell with her sweet, youthful, clear voice and reels your heart in with lyrics that resonate with a deeper wisdom.  She saves the best for last with Relativity.  Styrofoam palace and Sweet Little are playful.Themes of love, loss and renewal abound. These songs have a way of growing with each hearing. I recommend listening when you are alone in the car so you can savor each phrase.  Then put it on in the kitchen on a slow Sunday morning and let its sweetness fill the space.  The slower side of time is delightful from start to finish.  Enjoy!  Share with your friends!
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I haven't stopped listening to this since I found it on myspace. Jessica's voice is really soothing, and it's great to listen to when I'm just sitting around. I really like the arrangements as well. They make the songs very multi-dimensional. I had my mom listen to it too, and she also  loved it, so I'm giving her the album for her birthday!
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