Laura Mvula's second album follows the excellent debut (2013). The Dreaming Room is just as impressive. Maybe even a little bit more. Because how is it possible that Mvula surprises us again? We should have known by now that she doesn't shy away from anything? Bombastic horns, synth pop, an a-capella choir; Mvula mixes it all up again. Strangely enough, it doesn't get in the way of the songs' power.
No wonder greats like and embraced her after Sing To The Moon. Rodgers even asked if he could assist Mvula with new work. His funky touch can therefore also be heard on The Dreaming Room. But this is not a funk record. Nor is this gospel, soul or pop. This is all at the same time. As a result, the singer is not easy to categorize and is more difficult to understand for the general public. So be it. Laura Mvula is one of the most progressive artists of her time. Without it being thick on top. (JE)more
