Frances Ancheta is a talented singer/songwriter/musician who puts the F in feeling and E in emotion! With elements of indie folk, pop & rock and referred to as “tropical new wave folk”, Frances has a special quality that is undeniable and noticeable right away. Her latest release is titled ‘Saving Graces’ as Ancheta looks to bring joy and happiness to the world by offering up the gift of music.
‘Saving Graces’ is the fourth studio album for Frances Ancheta and this project took three years to make and this is her first album in five years. Hard work does pay off because the material on this record comes straight from the heart and will touch many souls out there. The title of the album centers around music being a healer for many and one of our ‘Saving Graces’ .
The record features Frances Ancheta on lead & background vocals, acoustic and electric guitars, keyboards and percussion, Mr. Sushi (aka Toku Woo) on lead electric guitar, Mjoy (aka Maia Wiitala) on bass guitar and backing vocals, Peter DeHaas on drum kit & percussion and Bozho Lasich on additional bass guitar. The material will touch many lives as ‘Saving Graces’ plays on for ALL to enjoy.
Positive vibes can be heard throughout this 9-track recording as Frances brings light and love to listeners everywhere. As soon as you hit play, a pleasant voice and pleasing guitar can be heard on “In My Time Of Need”. Frances will captivate you with her voice and playing while evoking an overload of emotion on “My Time Of Need”. Ancheta displays such a pure-sounding voice on “The Place Where I Need To Be” where you will instantly gravitate toward the overall sound. The pristine melodies are beautifully done as “The Place Where I Need To Be” flows along peacefully like a butterfly spreading its wings. Next, “This Haze” surrounds you with striking chords and one impactful performance that is soul-stirring. Track four, “Self Love”, is sweet-sounding and provides such a sensitive touch thanks to Ancheta’s tender tone. Frances comes across as very sincere with a powerful performance on “The One Left Standing”. It’s time for “No More Judgements” where an enticing melody hits you and makes for one attention-grabbing song. Track seven, “Living With”, displays Frances Ancheta connecting with the audience in a big way. Frances really knows how to tap into that human emotion through song and “Living With” is a perfect example of this wonderful process. On the following number, “Doing The Best I Can”, the melody and bright notes will perk your ears up and peak your interests. Frances Ancheta ends the nine-song set with such ease and finesse on “When That Day Comes”.
As a special needs mom, mental health advocate, creative arts and recreation therapist and cancer survivor, Frances incorporates all of these life experiences into her heartfelt and reflective music. Frances Ancheta writes and performs thoughtful and creative tunes that carry heavy meaning. ‘Saving Graces’ is available on all major streaming platforms, so grab your copy today and prepare to be moved!
