Web: vtorresmusic.com
Contact: heather@reybee.com
Players: V. Torres, vocals, acoustic guitar; Kira Lingman, backing vocals, acoustic guitar
Playing a packed house on a Wednesday night, Los Angeles favorite V. Torres delivered a gorgeous, understated show, with great guitar hooks, warm harmonies, and vocals that moved between belting duets (alongside accompanist Kira Lingman) and a gravelly rock sound. Sharing the entirety of her new album Woman, along with a handful of songs from 2017’s Real Life Love (the title track, “Uncovering,” and “Old Soul”), V. Torres presented warmly as a salt-of-the-earth artist with genuine chops.
Solid musicality and powerful delivery were the hallmarks of the evening. From beautifully strummed guitar underpinnings and a smokey vocal sound on “Uncovering,” to the lovely harmonies on “Winter Solstice” and clean, simple vibe on “Slow” (Torres’ vocals joining Lingman’s guitar work for the breakdown), Torres’ sonic sensibilities were apparent. “That Night” added belting vocal duet sections and a fun interplay of solos, while “Beginnings” returned to simple guitar work that highlighted the clear stylings and storyline. Taking the stage by herself for the captivating ballad “I Know Nothing,” Torres demonstrated a fabulous use of space and tension, continuing with “Old Soul” for more beautiful guitar work and great vocal leaps. Torres has an incredibly powerful sound for a solo act.
Nearing the end of the set with “Great Escape,” the tune added a lovely Americana feel, gently harmonized and a great transition to upbeat rock, with richer harmonies and guitar exchange. Closing the night with the title track, “Woman” (which felt like a war cry for the plight of women in 2026), the storyline navigated the realities of underappreciation, while bringing a great feel, harmonies, and dueling guitar solos to rock out the ending.
Demonstrating a clear understanding of how to work an audience, V. Torres shared a solid set of genuine music for an enthusiastic, appreciative room. Relatable lyricism and rich musicality in her latest release demonstrate a more vulnerable side to her storytelling that lands incredibly well with her local audience.
Photo by Jackson Beenham
