Heaven Is A Beautiful Place by Alice & The Seeds Of Light – A Soulful Gospel Ride
Alright, let’s get into it. Heaven Is A Beautiful Place by Alice & The Seeds Of Light is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. It’s not trying too hard to impress, but man, does it deliver. With its roots firmly planted in funk and soul, this gospel project feels like a warm hug from an old friend—comforting yet kinda electrifying at the same time. Released under Chariot Sound (a label I now have my eye on), this US-based group brings some serious vibes.
First off, the title track, “Heaven Is A Beautiful Place,” hits different. Like… really hits different. From the opening chords, you can tell Alice’s voice was made for this kind of music. She’s got this raw, unfiltered tone that just grabs your soul and shakes it awake. The groove is smooth as butter, with horns slipping in and out like they’re dancing around you. You don’t even realize how deep you’re swaying until the song ends, and then you’re like, “Wait, what year is it?” Honestly, if heaven sounds anything like this track, sign me up.
Then there’s another standout—though honestly, I’m not sure what it’s called because the info says "Unknown." But hey, mystery tracks are cool, right? This one leans more into the funk side of things, with basslines so thick you could spread ‘em on toast. There’s this moment halfway through where everything drops except for Alice’s vocals and a single organ note—it’s haunting, beautiful, and kinda makes you wanna cry happy tears all at once. Whoever wrote this deserves a medal or at least a really big slice of pie.
What sticks with me about this album isn’t just the music itself—it’s the vibe. It’s the kind of record you put on when you need a little hope, or maybe when you’re cooking dinner and want something playing that won’t make you fall asleep chopping onions. It’s uplifting without being preachy, groovy without being over-the-top flashy. And honestly, we need more of that these days.
Here’s the random thought I’ll leave you with: listening to this album felt like finding $20 in an old jacket pocket. Unexpected, simple, but oh-so-satisfying. If you dig gospel with a side of funk and soul, give Heaven Is A Beautiful Place a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up humming these tunes for weeks.
