Erica Falls & Vintage Soul: Emotions (Independent).

The article focuses on Erica Falls' album *Emotions*, highlighting her New Orleans-influenced style rooted in old-school rhythm and blues and soul. The album features a mix of upbeat tracks and slower grooves, with contributions from notable New Orleans musicians such as Doug Ramsey and George Porter, Jr. Falls wrote most of the material during the COVID-19 pandemic, which influences some of the themes and spoken word segments. The album balances energetic dance tunes with more introspective moments, and Falls is noted for her powerful vocal delivery. A CD release party for *Emotions* is scheduled for March 8, 2024, at the Dew Drop Inn.