Anyone who has witnessed Acantha Lang live knows she’s a force of nature, rooted in raw soul, New Orleans grit, and unshakable presence. Her voice, drenched in emotion and honesty, doesn’t just sing; it commands the room, drawing every ear and heart into her world.
ABOUT THE ALBUM: Blending Stax-inspired funk with timeless soul grooves, Acantha Lang delivers highly personal stories with power and pride. From a head-on lyrical attack on fake news (“He Said/She Said”), to a moving ode to her mother in the wake of Hurricane Katrina (“Lois Lang”), to celebrations of Black strength and womanhood, her voice radiates authenticity, confidence, and soul.
Beautiful Dreams charted at #3 on The Official UK Jazz & Blues Albums Chart, garnering critical praise and rave reviews, including 5-star ratings in Echoes Magazine and Soul Bag Magazine (France). Acantha graced the covers of Blues & Soul and Echoes Magazine, and received Album of the Month honors from Soul Tracks, with features in Relix, American Songwriter, KCRW’s ‘Top Tune,’ and more.
Self-released on her own label, Magnolia Blue Records, and co-produced with guitarist Emlyn Francis, this album stands as a bold, independent artistic statement.
BBC 6Music’s funk tastemaker Craig Charles declared: “She’s brilliant… destined for world domination.”
From the uplifting anthem “It’s Gonna Be Alright” to the raw funk of “He Said/She Said,” this album captures the spirit of classic soul with a fresh, powerful voice that resonates deeply.
- 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)
This limited edition release is available on CD and Vinyl — a must-have for any soul music lover’s collection.
