Album Review: Lola Löwenherz by Isabel Abedi
Alright, let me just say—this little gem of an album snuck up on me when I wasn’t expecting it. Lola Löwenherz (released in 2008, shoutout to Germany!) isn’t your typical music album; it’s more like a warm hug for your ears wrapped in storytelling magic. It’s technically an audiobook, but trust me, this thing feels way closer to a musical journey than anything else. Props to Jumbo for putting this out into the world because, wow, what a vibe.
First off, big props to Mira Linzenmeier, the narrator. She didn’t just read the story—nah, she lived it. Her voice had so much personality that I swear at times I forgot I was listening to someone talk and not watching some epic animated movie unfold live in my brain. The whole thing is tied together with this cozy Children’s genre charm that makes you wanna grab a blanket and never leave your couch.
Now, about those tracks—I mean, there’s really only one main track here since it’s essentially one long story broken into chapters. But oh man, the opening bit? That sucked me right in. The way Mira introduces Lola Löwenherz herself felt like meeting a new friend who’s equal parts quirky and brave. You instantly root for her, even if she’s kinda clumsy and unsure sometimes. There’s something raw and real about how Isabel Abedi writes her—you can tell she’s got heart, even through all the silliness.
Another moment that stuck with me was this tiny section where Lola faces down her fears. No spoilers, but dang, the tension in Mira’s tone gave me actual goosebumps. Like, I could feel Lola’s courage bubbling up, shaky as hell but still determined. It reminded me of those moments in life where you’re standing on the edge of doing something scary, and you don’t know whether to jump or run away screaming. Yeah, it hit different.
Honestly, though, the whole thing made me reflect on how we consume stories these days. Everything’s fast-paced, flashy, gotta-grab-your-attention-in-two-seconds-or-you’re-outta-there. But Lola Löwenherz? Nah, it takes its sweet time, letting every word sink in deep. And honestly? That’s exactly what I needed—even if I didn’t realize it until now.
So yeah, would I recommend this? Absolutely. Just don’t expect fireworks or anything overly polished. This is comfort food for the soul, plain and simple. Oh, and fun fact: halfway through, I totally forgot I was “reviewing” it because I got lost in Lola’s world. Oops. Guess that says it all, huh?
