# Molly Lewis’ “On the Lips”: A Whistling Symphony of Freshness and Luxury
The esteemed Qobuzissime award spotlights albums brimming with freshness and excitement. And Molly Lewis’ *On the Lips* hits the mark perfectly.
Lounge singing might have faded from the spotlight, but Lewis breathes new life into it with her one-of-a-kind lounge whistling. It’s an innovation that revives the genre.
From the very first notes of *On the Lips*, listeners are spellbound. Lewis’s ethereal whistle unfolds over the goosebump-raising opening title track. Throughout the album, her theremin-like whistle takes center stage against backdrops of a bygone era of grandeur.
Whether it’s the Italian cinema vibes, the allure of Jazz-Age nightclubs, or the rugged landscapes of spaghetti westerns, her whistle cuts through with ease. Many tracks could be great film accompaniments, yet they stand on their own, letting listeners create their own stories.
“Crushed Velvet” transports us to Ennio Morricone’s cinematic world, while “Slinky” sends us to cosmic or aquatic realms. Lewis’s spacious whistling, complemented by an outstanding backing band (Joe Harrison on flute and bass, Eric Hagstrom on drums, Thomas Brenneck on organ, and Lewis on guitar lines), leaves plenty of room for imagination.
Lewis truly shines on classic covers like Dave Berry’s “The Crying Game” and “Porqué Te Vas” from Carlos Saura’s *Cría Cuervos*.
Recorded at Diamond West Studios in Pasadena, California, and produced by Brenneck (Menahan Street Band, Dap-Kings), *On the Lips* invites listeners into a world of sultry melodies and intimate moments. With her unique talent, Molly Lewis proves to be a master creator, evoking old Hollywood venues, tender moments, and the essence of luxury and life.
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