Folk/Review Ronny Criss - Hurricane Heart
Ronny Criss is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose music lives at the crossroads of Americana, rock, and soul—the sound of a long road finally finding its destination. After two decades of writing, recording, and performing, Ronny has emerged with a clear voice, a seasoned perspective, and a growing audience that powerfully reflects the years he’s poured into his craft.
Early Listen Link to Album
Hurricane Heart Sneak Peek by Ronny Criss
Pre-Save Link to the Next Single “Roll” feat. The McCrary Sisters
Ronny Criss masterfully combines the emotional honesty of Americana with the dynamic spectrum of alt-country, indie rock, folk, and soul in “Hurricane Heart.” Produced by the seasoned Shawn Byrne and released by Nashville's Rainfeather Records, this 11-track collection (with two CD bonus songs) is a universal testimony to perseverance and a profoundly personal confession.
Criss gravitates toward more emotional narrative and even richer aural textures after the success of his debut album “Highways.” Whether it's love blossoming in the face of adversity, the pain of loss, or the silent power that comes with moving on, every song feels like a picture of a lived moment. As though listening to tales by a fire, his voice exudes a genuine warmth that beckons the listener to stoop closer.
Unquestionably, the album's fourth single, "Roll," which was co-written with Americana icon Judy Paster, is exceptional. Supported by The McCrary Sisters' gospel-rich harmonies, it combines Sunday morning energy with Muscle Shoals soul to create a song that seems both timeless and current. It's a song that perfectly encapsulates the album's energy, soulfulness, and human connection.
“Hurricane Heart” never feels constrained since it skillfully blends aspects from several genres; its arrangements stretch and breathe, taking the listener through intimate and expansive cinematic moments. Criss embraces navigating life's storms and transforms them into melodies, going beyond simply singing about it.
“Hurricane Heart” is ultimately a cathartic journey rather than just a compilation of songs, demonstrating that Ronny Criss is a storyteller with the heart and skill to make an impression.