Special limited edition Oxblood Vinyl. SIGNED personally by Acantha Lang.
Limited copies available.
Three years on from its original release, Beautiful Dreams remains one of the most compelling independent soul debuts of recent years - a bold, emotionally rich record steeped in Southern soul, blues & classic funk. Driven by Acantha Lang’s powerhouse vocals, the album blends deeply personal songwriting with fiery horn arrangements, organ-laced grooves, gritty guitar work & the timeless spirit of classic Stax & Memphis soul, while speaking with a distinctly contemporary voice.
Upon release, the album achieved early commercial traction in the UK, charting on both the Official UK Independent Album Breakers Chart & the Official UK Jazz & Blues Chart. The album received strong BBC 6 Music Radio support and critical praise for its authenticity, songwriting & vocal power.
With the renewed global appetite for soul-forward artists such as Olivia Dean, Jalen Ngonda, Lady Wray and Thee Sacred Souls, alongside the enduring influence of icons such as Aretha Franklin & Gladys Knight, Beautiful Dreams sits confidently at the intersection of timeless Southern soul tradition & contemporary market demand.
Beautiful Dreams was self-released on Acantha's own label, Magnolia Blue Records, and co-produced with guitarist Emlyn Francis.
- Sugar Woman
- Come Back Home
- Beautiful Dreams
- Eventually
- He Said/She Said
- Interlude: A Word From My Momma
- Lois Lang
- River Keep Runnin'
- It's Gonna Be Alright
- Carry The Weight
- Keep On
- Ride This Train (Extended Version)
BBC 6Music’s funk tastemaker Craig Charles declared: “She’s brilliant… destined for world domination.”
