Four albums deep into her career and Charles is carving a fertile furrow that is deserving of far more attention than it currently gets.

Expanding beyond the musical template of her first two albums, Charles’ terrific third LP contains subtle shades and variations of soul music that further expand her musical remit.

What distinguishes ‘The Gumption’ from its precursor is its notably broader palette of sounds and textures, couple with Charles’ growth in songwriting that only adds to her burgeoning reputation.