Judith Hill has established herself as one of the most dynamic and versatile artists in the music industry. From her breakout appearance on ‘The Voice’ to collaborating with legends like Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and Prince, Judith’s remarkable talent has earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base worldwide. Her music effortlessly blends elements of soul, funk, R&B, and pop, creating a sound that is uniquely her own.
‘Letters From A Black Widow’ follows Hill’s 2021 release, Baby, I’m Hollywood!, which garnered widespread critical acclaim and which SPIN described as “a funk-rock-soul scorcher.” If that album offered a rowdy coming-of-age tale of a mixed-race child of bohemian California, Letters from a Black Widow is a formidable battle cry – a soul/funk/gospel passion play that’s spectacularly written, arranged, and performed by Hill.
While Hill played many of the instruments – including electric guitar, which she taught herself to play since her last studio release – this project is not a strictly solo endeavor. It’s built on the unshakable musical foundation she has enjoyed for most of her life: Hill’s band includes her parents, bassist Robert “Peewee” Hill and keyboardist Michiko Hill. She’s also joined by John Staten (drums and percussion), Daniel Chae (strings) and a group of formidable friends, who contribute background vocals.