Grammy-winning singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Judith Hill takes a deep look into themes of perseverance and redemption, crafting a soulful, funk-infused album that serves as a defiant proclamation of her journey. The album's 12 tracks explore Hill's personal experiences, drawing from moments she's only dared to confront in therapy and nightmares. From tales of resistance to hard-won clarity and redemption, Hill's unshakable soul, funk, and blues foundation provides the perfect backdrop for her stories.

For those familiar with Hill's story, the album title, Letters From A Black Widow, carries serious weight. Coined by tabloids in the wake of the overdose deaths of her collaborators Michael Jackson and Prince, the term "Black Widow" became a symbol of abuse and trauma, haunting Hill's career and nearly extinguishing her artistic flame. Yet, during the chaos of the pandemic, Hill found the time and space for a profound reckoning, channeling her pain and anguish into a transformative creative force.

While her previous album, Baby, I’m Hollywood, was a raucous coming-of-age tale, Letters From A Black Widow represents a battle cry, a soul-funk-gospel passion play that's both well written and performed. Hill's writing process, marked by moments of introspection and revelation, culminated in a collection of songs that traverse the spectrum of human emotion, from private pain to communal transcendence.

On tracks like "One Of The Bad Ones," Hill confronts her own maleficence, challenging societal notions of good and bad with orchestral arrangements and raw vulnerability. Meanwhile, songs like "Flame" ignite with the raw vocal power reminiscent of a young Aretha Franklin, channeling her newfound strength and defiance.

Throughout the album, Hill draws on theatrical experimentation and sonic complexity to convey the depth of her emotions. From the searing guitar solos to the infectious low-end grooves, each track is anchored in Hill's prodigious composing and arranging skills, offering a glimpse into her multifaceted talent. As she navigates the complexities of her career and personal journey, Hill emerges as a force to be reckoned with, her music serving as a sign of hope and empowerment in turbulent times.