On her seventh studio album “Mother Road,” Grace Potter celebrates a creative renaissance through a kaleidoscopic showcase of Americana, rock and soul. Produced by former The Raconteurs member Jack Lawrence, the 10-tracks effort cements Potter as a genre-bending powerhouse.

Right from opener “Back Home,” Potter’s robust vocals shine over funky instrumentation reminiscent of her early days fronting The Nocturnals. Tracks like “Stranger” channel classic rock spirit through anthemic vocals and bluesy organs.

When she incorporates rootsier elements on tracks like “First Class” and “The Notion,” Potter establishes herself as a skilled songwriter capable of emotive storytelling. Chooglin’ brings southern fried charm.

Potter also stretches into vulnerable pop/rock territory on standouts “Send Me An Angel” and “Whiskey In The Water,” further emphasizing her dynamic range. Guests Maggie Rose and Marcus King complement her fluid talents.

Across the runtime, Potter invokes the restless roadtrip spirit of America itself - a fearless traveler ever-changing yet always excellent. "Mother Road" feels both a homecoming to form and exciting new beginning for one of rock’s most original voices.