“THE ICEBERG” – “THE STORM” – “THE MYTH”

With so much going on in our global community, singer-songwriter Jodi Heights was compelled to write three songs that reflected her passion for topics such as climate change, social justice, and social equality, released first as singles and then as a complete EP entitled “Triptych” on July 18, 2022. Using her sharply focused lyricism and storytelling style of music, she sends us into deep thought while being entertained by her masterful piano and powerful vocals. Storytelling is the highlight of Jodi’s music, which makes Jodi such a powerful performer during her Patreon Live Streams showcasing her sparkling humor, wit, and sarcasm. She is a truly polished entertainer.

The first single to be released, “The Iceberg” is a cautionary tale about global warming, using the idea of an alien telling the story of the demise and destruction of the human race because of their ignoring of warning signs that were all around them. The lyric video accompanying the song was remarkably filmed in the middle of a junkyard, with Jodi wearing clothes that she made from newspaper, tape, and anything she could find that represented the waste we take for granted.

We ignored all the warnings and focused on other things

We didn’t hear the sound it made when we finally felled the last tree

We would’ve got around to it eventually

But we were kind of busy

The second single, “The Storm”

This hopeful ballad was written during the early days of the pandemic, but it speaks to any crisis that affects broad groups of people and is a musical reminder that when a crisis hits, we have a choice in how we react.

Jodi Heights adds. “Silver linings are not always easy to find, but we can do incredible things when we unite for good.”

The third single, “The Myth” is the most risk-taking of all, with a musical theater style sound, Jodi dressed in 1920’s style, perfectly outfitted to tell the story of the self-made man, her cutting story about economic inequality and those who benefited solely by the silver spoon in their hand.

In our speaking with the artist, she explains:

“This album is a musical snapshot of current environmental and social issues that we face as a species. Creating art or engaging with it is uniquely human, and it’s especially needed in times of crisis. Art can help us process experiences, grapple with issues, and even envision a new way forward.

Taking on such big social and environmental issues was a huge songwriting challenge, and I had to ask myself a lot of questions. What is the worst-case scenario? What is the best possible outcome? Where can I find humor, beauty, and hope in the midst of anger, grief, and fear? Each song has its own character. “The Iceberg” is post-apocalyptic, full of sharp lyrical contrasts between the dispassionate verses and flippant chorus. “The Storm” is full of melancholy and longing with a silver lining of hope. “The Myth” is deceptively theatrical and carefree musically, but the words are cheeky and cutting.

I think of myself as half realist, half optimist. I want to tell the truth about hard subjects, but I never want to lose sight of hope. Throwing our hands up in despair is easy. Believing we have the ability to change things for the better takes courage, and I want to be courageous.”

We love a songwriter who takes risks, doesn’t hold back, and unleashes an EP with such depth and insight, that it actually makes the listener think.