23/12/2025
Kathy Smith’s “Kathy Smith / 2” is the most accomplished and adventurous work by the elusive California singer-songwriter, blending psychedelic folk with jazz-inflected sophistication.
Originally released in 1971, the album emerged from the same Orange County scene as Tim Buckley and Jackson Browne, yet remained largely overlooked at the time.
Smith’s fragile, expressive voice drifts through richly arranged compositions, supported by an exceptional cast of musicians.
Now reissued as a deluxe 180g gatefold edition, featuring two previously unreleased bonus tracks.
A haunting rediscovery for fans of Judee Sill, Linda Perhacs, and lost folk classics. 🌿