Marshall Oakman – She’s No Doll, She’s a Woman (2022)
Through his single ‘She’s No Doll, She’s a Woman’, Marshall Oakman is paying tribute to the women in all our lives. Featuring the legendary musicians Kasim Sultan (bass), Liberty Devitto (drums) and Paul Pesco (guitar), the single offers appreciation to the significance and depth women provide in our lives. This recognition is underscored with the understanding that they are no part of our lives that can be used and disposed of like dolls.
The single follows on from the success of his last single and shimmers with the vibrant pop-rock tones of his music. Since fixing his eyes on a piano at age 6, Oakman has been honing his skills and crafting timeless tunes. His lifelong passion for music has seen him record and perform with artists including Steve Winwood, Blue Oyster Cult, Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi.
‘She’s No Doll, She’s a Woman’ sparkles into life with a fantastic combination of piano and drums. There is a bouncing and upbeat vibe to the music that fills you with the urge to bounce around to the rhythm. Through the melody, each instrument has a chance to shine while dancing together for a slightly nostalgic movement. There is a touch of something vintage woven into the undeniably unique flow of the melody. Throughout the single, you are filled with the urge to bop to the music while meandering down the kaleidoscope of sound. The piano bridge is wonderful and really showcases Oakman’s abilities while adding a flair of texture to the track.
While you are bopping around to the upbeat melody, Oakman’s vocals draw you into the tribute of the lyrics. His performance has a combination of power-pop and soft rock to them which works so well with the movement of the melody. His performance shines on the chorus as his vocals soar and leap off the movement of the instrumentation. While there is a really important message woven into the lyrics, the easy listening vibes have you sinking into his delivery. It also makes you want to turn the volume up while singing along with him, particularly on the chorus. The lyrics do make you think about the women in your life and the richness they add to the tapestry of your life.
Marshall Oakman has you moving around to his upbeat melody while paying tribute to the women in our lives through ‘She’s No Doll, She’s a Woman’. The music fills you with the urge to bop to the rhythm from start to finish with a light dusting of vintage tones. His vocals have a delicate blend of pop and rock that helps the important message in the lyrics hit home.
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