EP Review: Parker McKay (Self-Titled)

Singer-songwriter Parker McKay began her music career in NYC where she opened for artists such as Rascal Flatts and Sheryl Crow. In 2014, she moved to Nashville where she began to refine her sound and sharpen her songwriting. On June 24th, McKay, who cites Grace Potter, the Rolling Stones, and The Dixie Chicks as influences, released her self-titled EP. The six track collection includes her current single, “Rolling Stone” as well as five other originals that showcase her sultry, assured vocals and stirring melodies.

McKay channels her inner Carrie Underwood on the gritty, feisty “Flip” before effortlessly turning soulful on the bluesy “Call If Off.” The EP is rounded out with three tunes that deal with relationships and love: the sensual “Under The Rug,” the infectious “I Tried” and the stirring “Begin Goodbye” with, which its lush piano-filled melody, closes the album on an emotional note and leaves you going back to listen again. 

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