Review: Heifetz Debut Blends Immigrant Experience, Americana

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“First Generation American,” Elliah Heifetz (Self-released)

Singer-songwriter Elliah Heifetz’s debut album is a cheerful reminder Americana has roots in many countries.

Heifetz was raised on food stamps in Philadelphia as the son of Soviet political refugees, and his melting pot musical mix ranges from Eastern European folk and Yiddish theater to Jimmy Buffett and John Prine.

Heifetz’s voice could be mistaken for Steve Goodman’s, and there’s a twinkle in his twangy tenor as he finds humor in the immigrant experience. But it’s not all yuks as he reflects on outliers and outsiders, dislocation, disorientation and striving to belong in the land of plenty.

 

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[Chris 2,190]

I gave him a listen, and there is definitely a John Prine quality to him. I like this one:

 

[Hal 341]

Yep ! The gravely voice , simple earthy everyday life lyrics and just about 3 chords ! You nailed it …