“In ‘Copper John,’ Lewis sounds right at home playing the mystic troubadour, patiently unfurling her tale about a “city of unseen prophets” in country-folk surroundings. Electric guitar adds some Western overtones, while atmospheric pedal steel and Lewis’ piano work all complement one another without overcrowding. The beat isn’t hasty, but it’s steady — we’re all along for the ride here.”

jon freeman, ROLLINGSTONE

“Lilli Lewis made a statement not only about her ability to refine and expand roots forms like murder ballads, a cappella spirituals and singer-songwriter storytelling with transformative empathy and classically trained poise, but also about how she’s learned to bridge racially segregated cultural and musical worlds over her lifetime…she stake(s) out her place in the scene—on the authority of mastery…“

Jewly Hight, NPR.ORG

“One of the most powerful records of 2021, Lilli Lewis’ Americana offers up 13 tracks of raw, unfiltered talent. Much like many of the songs often referred to as classics from the genre, standout track “Copper John” has all the qualities of a traditional country music story-song at its finest…jaw-dropping vocal stylings, each song on Americana offers sharp lyricism, irresistible hooks and a needed perspective that’s often overlooked in the genre as a whole.“

Lorie Leibig, THEBOOT.COM

“…not just the sterling sound of her country soul circling back to the dirt road she grew up on, but a true roots album that has the name it does because its stories and sensibilities are foundational to American music…’My American Heart’ is the song that actor Mandy Patinkin (of Inigo Montoya fame) remarked is “like listening to light.” And then there are the songs that threaten to tear a hole in the space-time continuum.“

Lauren Leadingham, AMERICAN BLUES SCENE

“Lilli Lewis brings an engaging, needed voice and perspective to the genre’s storytelling roots. Her stunning 2021 album Americana offers timeless autobiographical songwriting that digs into the realities of daily life for marginalized groups in America as it looks at our society as a whole.”
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“Like listening to light.”
Mandy Patinkin

“Among many highlights was New Orleanian singer-pianist Lewis’s almost hymn-like reading of Radiohead’s “Creep” for anyone who’s ever felt like they didn’t belong. But at least for the night, in that moment, everyone did.”
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“With Americana, Lilli Lewis made a statement not only about her ability to refine and expand roots forms like murder ballads, a cappella spirituals and singer-songwriter storytelling with transformative empathy and classically trained poise, but also about how she’s learned to bridge racially segregated cultural and musical worlds over her lifetime.”
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Need to listen to one LP all day? This is it. One of the year’s best. – Americana Highways The self-professed Folk Rock Diva Lili Lewis returns to recording with a rootsy, country soul album that really hits the spot with its melancholy meditations and narratives.
– Americana UK

Listening to the album, each song feels more exciting than the next and it’s easy to get swept up in the emotion of the lyrics while also being impressed by the tight musicianship on display throughout. 
– Glide Magazine 

“A powerhouse performer adding her unique voice and talent to the national discussion of the state of social justice in America.”
The Kennedy Center

“On her new solo record, Lewis, a Black queer woman, uplifts the stories of forgotten & overlooked people through storytelling & beautiful voice.”
The Gambit 

There’s hurt and solace to be found on this album. On the closing track, “My American Heart,” Lewis makes sure people have this difficult conversation and answer the big questions.”
Offbeat Magazine

“Lewis’ single “My American Heart,” off her upcoming album, “Americana” demonstrates a caliber of genius…She launches the song gently, sweetly and then soars effortlessly…When Lewis hits the high notes, she personifies a contemporary Jessye Norman if folk-rock had been her genre.”
Grateful Web

“Lilli Lewis is one of the best for pure emotional impact and sincerity in her artistry. If you haven’t heard her then do yourself a favor and become enthralled.”
Demian Roberts, journalist