Sierra Green & The Giants

Here We Are

Big Radio Records

Sierra Green embodies a fusion of timeless soul. Revered as the “Queen of Frenchmen Street” Sierra’s roots delve into the rich musical soil of the city’s 7th Ward, a historic breeding ground that nurtured legends such as Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet, and Allen Toussaint. A transformative moment unfolded when Sierra collaborated in the studio with the esteemed David Torkanowsky, a musical luminary synonymous with New Orleans. The outcome was a five-song EP showcasing Sierra’s artistry, now expanded into her first full-length album. “Here We Are” marks Sierra’s trajectory as a burgeoning artist leaving an indelible imprint on the soul music landscape, with an emotive voice filled with clarity and nuance.

Sierra journeyed to Nashville, collaborating with producer and guitarist J.D. Simo, celebrated for his work with Stevie Nicks, Jack White, and Beyonce. Sierra’s captivating vocals are infused with sultry guitar, potent horns, and infectious basslines. With an ensemble that includes organist and pianist Torkanowsky; guitarists Simo, Paul Provosty, and Joe McMahan; bassists Miguel Perez and Ted Pecchio; and drummers Adam Abrashoff and William West. The fabulous horn section includes trumpeters Braden Nater and Emmanuel Echem; David Ludman and Robbie Crowell saxophones; and Maurice Cade, trombone.

The opening track “Can You Get To That” was first recorded in 1971 by Funkadelic. “Come To Mama” is the 1988 Etta James classic that first appeared on her album “Seven Year Itch”. Sierra croons “If you need a satisfier, let me be, let me be your pacifier, and if you feel, feelin’ like a horse, chompin’ at the bit, call my number 777-6969, I’ll give you a fix, cause I got your favorite toy, guaranteed to bring you joy”.

“Girls Can’t Do What Guys Do”, written by Willie Clarke and Clarence Reid , was first recorded in 1968 by Betty Wright, and appeared on her album “My First Time Around” on Alston Records. “Break In The Road” written by Allen Toussaint, was a 1969 issue from Betty Harris featuring The Meters as background vocalists. On “Dreams”, first recorded by Fleetwood Mac in 1977, Sierra chimes “now here you go again, you say you want your freedom, well, who am I to keep you down ? it’s only right that you should, play the way you feel it”.

“This is a Man’s World” is the 1966 James Brown Classic written by him and Betty Jean Newsome, as Sierra belts “this is a Man’s, Man’s, Man’s world but it would be nothing, nothing without a woman or a girl”. “He Called Me Baby” was a 1970 single by Candi Staton from her album “Stand By Your Man”. It was also recorded by Nancy Wilson; and Patsy Cline with backing from The Jordanaires; this powerful song explored the complex emotions of a failed relationship.

Originally written by Toussaint, “Get Low Down”, was a 2003 hip-hop single released by Lil Jon & the East Side Boyz; the original had some profanity that had to be bleeped out. “Promised Land”, written by David Shaw, was the lead off track from a 1975 Elvis Presley album of the same name. On the closer “Same Old Blues”, written by Don Nix in 1969, and recorded by Freddie King in 1971, Sierra sings “morning rain keeps on falling, like the tears that fall from my eyes, as I sit in my room, staring at the gloom, it’s the pain, it’s the same old blues.

“Here We Are” from Sierra Green is a group of legendary songs re-imaged by Sierra Green & The Giants. It represents the roots of what drives and inspires Sierra. These captivating and magnetic performances leave her audiences genuinely moved. Sierra isn’t merely crafting music, she is etching her legacy in the revered annals of musical history.

Richard Ludmerer

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