On the first day of summer, June 21, 2019, BWH Music Group released the sizzling hot summer compilation album, 'That Summer, Vol. 2, by Various Artists.' The album offers 16 songs from internationally acclaimed and award-wining independent artists Olivia Frances’ song "Lettin’ Summer Shine” is one of the phenomenal songs featured on the album.
Olivia states that “Lettin Summer Shine” was inspired by "the fun and freedom of summer. ‘Lettin’ Summer Shine’ is about kickin’ back, havin’ a good ol’ time with friends and family, and soaking up the sunshine! Summer is my favorite season."
A southern country vibe opens “Lettin’ Summer Shine” with twangy guitar, loose piano and light percussion. Olivia enters singing with a sweet summer tone; her voice is warm and inviting.
The chorus to Lettin’ Summer Shine is about as catchy as it gets and the build from the verses to the hook is written to perfection. The song feels like an old friend you’ve known all your life, the kind of friend you love to visit every summer and kick back with. “We’re Lettin' Summer shine. Leavin’ our worries behind, feelin’ oh so Fine, kickin’ back as the days unwind Under the sunny sky We’re Lettin’ Summer Shine."
Everyone is invited to the party - and this is key to Olivia's contagious songs. Her bright spirit shines through every songs she writes, inviting all to experience the positive impact of music.
Olivia shines like a summer day - every day of the year. Her music can be as cool and refreshing as a glass of lemonade, as uplifting as an ocean wave and as positive and warm as ray of sunshine. In “Lettin’ Summer Shine” her superior craftsmanship and artistry as a songwriter take center stage. With over 300 songs to her credit, Olivia Frances is poised to be Nashville’s next big name.
About Olivia Frances
Cincinnati-native, Olivia Frances has been recognized by the Nashville Songwriter Association International (NSAI) as a “Ones to Watch” songwriter over a dozen times. Her songs on SoundCloud have reached over 100,000 streams, generating a loyal fanbase around the world. Her critically-acclaimed single, “Moon to My Sun” was the VOX Pop Winner in the Love Song Category at the 2018 Independent Music Awards (IMA’s) held at Lincoln Center. Olivia won first place Singer-Songwriter Category in the 2018 New England Songwriting Competition. Other awards include the Valley Music Showcase’s “Best Original Song as well as “Best Pop Song” at the Ohio Music Awards. Oliva was also a finalist at the Maine Songwriting Contest and Padavano’s Place Singer Songwriter Competition. Olivia Frances is known for her infectious positive energy and powerful stage presence. This prolific songbird has written and co-written over 300 songs with hit writers such as Billy Lee (“The One” by Gary Allan), Kevin So (“Crush On You” by India Arie), and Matt Stell (“Prayed for You”). In 2018, she was one of the few American artists selected to perform at IndieWeek Canada in Toronto, where she made her international debut. Olvia will be featured on That Summer, Volume 2 , a sizzling summer compilation album hosting the best independent artists, from around the world, in multiple genres.
For more information on Olivia Frances, please visit her website.