“Free” by Connie Lansberg: A Fiercely Graceful Exploration of Forgotten Trauma

Melbourne-based jazz singer/songwriter and the creator of Transformational Entertainment Connie Lansberg is not your run-of-the-mill jazz vocalist. With her beautiful single “Free,” she’s serving up a dish that’s equal parts elegant strength and refined power. It’s like she’s sipping tea with one hand and arm-wrestling your soul with the other.

This gentle ballad has been a decade in the making, fo

lks. Lansberg held onto it like a secret treasure, waiting for the stars to align. And align they did when she teamed up with jazz pianist Mark Fitzgibbon. The result? A delicate dynamism that’s as comforting as it is compelling.

“Free” is a track off Lansberg’s self-produced album “Alone with Bees,” and it’s a gem among gems. Recorded in a single take with Fitzgibbon on piano, Ben Hanlon on double bass, and Peter Hodges on drums, the song is a testament to Lansberg’s songwriting and producing prowess. It’s like she’s an energy healer using her voice as a scalpel, cutting through the noise and getting to the heart of the matter. Is this the future of jazz? Well, if it is, sign me up!

Lansberg’s vocals are a gentle force to be reckoned with. She’s got this fiercely graceful thing going on that makes you want to listen and reflect. Backed by Fitzgibbon’s delicate piano, the song explores the complexities of happiness, freedom, and the shackles of the past. It’s a musical journey that’s as introspective as it is liberating.

About the recording process Connie says: “Being in the studio with my three favorite musicians was such a joy. And then hearing them so completely respect the delicacy of this song, it just blew me away.”

Connie Lansberg’s “Free” is a masterclass in what I’d call “delicate dynamism.” It’s a song that’s both introspective and liberating, compelling listeners to confront their own past traumas. Lansberg’s evocative storytelling and unique sound—somewhere at the crossroads of jazz, classical, and country—make this track a must-listen.

So, if you’re in the mood for a tune that’s as thought-provoking as it is soul-stirring, give “Free” a spin. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did.