Jillian Jones Releases 'Streams In The Wasteland' From New Album 'Perfectly Clear'
Jillian Jones has released 'Streams In The Wasteland', the debut single from her first full length debut album 'Perfectly Clear', released last month. Produced by Aaron Ankrum (Aerial View Studios, Minneapolis, MN), the 10-song album features an eclectic blend of piano-driven pop and acoustic singer-songwriter styles reminiscent of Nichole Nordeman, Laura Story and Sara Groves with writing that’s honest and accessible for her listeners.
Jillian’s love of music began at a young age while singing and playing piano for area churches, events and festivals. Years later, following the birth of her second child, an experience with postpartum anxiety served as a catalyst for the next season in her life. It was then that music became her healing outlet. Shortly after, she began writing music with the intent to record and share her story through song. "I believe that music connects us to each other. Through it, we discover shared joys and struggles, and those common threads remind us that we are not alone."
'Perfectly Clear' opens with the single 'Streams In The Wasteland', a compelling song based on Isaiah 43:19. The title track follows as Jones sings about the difficulties of moving forward into the places God is calling, but trusting in her identity as His child. Other highlights include 'Empty Cupboards', a song that encourages listeners to open up their lives to others, 'God's Not Far', a unique mix of pop sound and deep lyrics, and 'I Can Rest Here', a beautiful ballad with epic instrumentation. The album closes with 'Listening For Trains', a song Jones says is the most personal to her and written specifically about her journey with post-partum anxiety.
The overall vibe provides listeners with a piano-driven, singer/songwriter flair, with an eclectic blend of acoustic and electronic sounds supporting Jillian's crystal clear vocals.
"This is a community-made project. I am simply overwhelmed and grateful when I read the names of every single person it took to make this music. From fundraiser supporters to musicians to writers to my administrative team... it's a beautiful example of how God intended us to come together and be in this life for each other. My hope and prayer is that these songs make people feel less alone in their struggles, and help shift their perspective as they bravely move forward."
