1.   Drowning 2.   You Say I Say 3.   Comfort Me 4.   Believer 5.   My Good Good Man 6.   It's Not Over 7.   My Search For You 8.   Misguided 9.   Healer 10. Like A Child 11. Richer For Rain

Music has a way of creeping into the heart, sending the message that we’re not alone in our joys and struggles. At its best, it touches something that makes us think, cry, feel seen, or just get up and dance a while. somewhere on the way, the new release from singer/songwriter Lorraine Devon Wilke, is just such a collection; songs written from the heart and soul of a woman who's seen and experienced life’s ups and downs and discovered she's not only still standing, but ready to keep dancing up the road. Written, arranged, and produced by Devon Wilke with guitarist Rick M. Hirsch, her gritty, soulful voice and provocative lyrics help underscore the point that regardless of trends, predictions, and our culture’s unholy obsession with all things youthful, she remains a potent force for relevant, authentic music that rocks while still having something to say. somewhere on the way features 11 original songs of true love and heartache, loss and redemption, aching loneliness and raucous joy; an eclectic album that manages to be both rowdy and profound, traveling through roots/acoustic territory, straight-up rock/blues rock, soulful story songs, and even a touch of salsa. Co-produced by ace engineer John Perez at Audioworks Recording in Glendale, CA, Devon Wilke is backed by the exceptional team of Hirsch on acoustic and electric guitars and guitar synth, Tony Brock (The Babys, Rod Stewart) on drums, Will MacGregor (Tori Amos, Exene Cervenka) on bass, Chris Many on keys, and Sandra Beane on cello. Briefly released as Richer for Rain under her band moniker, ROAD TO BLUE, the release of somewhere on the way came as the result of the project’s evolution from band incarnation to Devon Wilke’s emergence as a solo artist. somewhere on the way is a work of exceeding intelligence and kick-ass artistry that, as one fan so succinctly put it, “brings the listener from the all-too-often pain of life's necessary lessons to the understanding that sunshine is fully appreciated only after a storm.” Produced and arranged by Rick M. Hirsch & Lorraine Devon Wilke Co-Produced by John Perez Lyrics by Lorraine Devon Wilke Music by Lorraine Devon Wilke & Rick M. Hirsch* (music for Comfort Me by Lorraine Devon Wilke, David Resnik & Rick M. Hirsch) Musicians Lorraine Devon Wilke: lead & background vocals Rick M. Hirsch: acoustic & electric guitars, guitar synth Tony Brock: drums & percussion Will MacGregor: bass Chris Many: piano, organ & synth Sandra Beane: cello Recorded and mixed by John Perez at Audioworks Recording, Glendale, CA Mastered by Jeff King at Threshold Mastering, Los Angeles, CA Additional recording of guitars, cello, and background vocals by Rick M. Hirsch at Blue Tunes Musical Services, North Hills, CA Cover and back jacket photos of LDW: James Johnson www.jamesjohnsonphotography.com Inside photos: Don Priess Forest cover photo/Jacket & label design/art direction: Louise Amandes www.weezieworld.com WHAT THE INDUSTRY IS SAYING: “Gritty, passionate, earthy, literate and earnest...AMG picks: Misguided, Comfort Me, Drowning, Richer For Rain.” AMG - All Music Guide “One of the things that music always needs, well, any form of performed art, needs new material. The art of songwriting is something that kind of vanished in terms of the golden days of the Brill Building. But these are very, very literate and emotional songs. One of the things that I love about the CD - you know, we hear this all the time, they don't write 'em like they used to. Well...you do!” Doug McIntyre, KABC 790 AM “Female Focus has great success with the rootsy, bluesy, ballsy female vocalists; Lorraine Devon Wilke will sound very nice next to the likes of Melissa Etheridge and Lucinda Williams.” AOL Radio – Female Focus Station * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: I don’t know how anyone can listen to this music and not be affected, soothed, understood, moved, and inspired. Two songs in particular stopped me in my tracks and brought me to tears...a truly astounding piece of work. P. Royce I am very picky about the music that I listen to these days and even more picky about the music that I buy. If it doesn't create a reaction deep inside me, it is wasting my time. Within 25 seconds of listening to Misguided, I knew that I had to have this album. As soon as it arrives it will go straight into rotation in my car's CD changer and stay there for a long time! J. Kennedy I can’t begin to tell you how much I’m enjoying the CD. I don’t think I’ve ever had a collection of songs affect me quite so strongly. When I first started listening to it I was a little disturbed because the words hit home so hard. I can also tell from the way you sing the songs the words are coming from your heart. The really strange part is I feel I know you. You are an amazing talent and I am a new fan! J. Cook This is a wonderfully crafted CD, both musically and lyrically. As a male of the species, I am amazed at the impact this CD had on me. This is a recording that deals head-on with women’s issues and delivers them with passion and guts, communicating their intent fully. And for those men out there who might be afraid of these concepts, look at if from the male ego's point of view. It’s all about you. B. Caillier Blues, rock and folk with passion! This CD brings the listener from the all-too-often pain of life's necessary lessons to the understanding that sunshine is fully appreciated only after a storm. B. Hayman I really love the CD. A very powerful, but expressive voice, and the songs have hit potential. C. Olson These days you find a CD with one good tune on it. The rest are usually mediocre or really lame. This CD has so many that I would call my favorites...where do I begin? “Comfort Me” is my favorite. Then “My Good Good Man,” “Drowning,” and “It’s Not Over.” I loved them all. It is singularly brilliant. From lyrics like “He said, keep your knickers up but let your guard down, baby” to the chorus of “Drowning”… I could go on and on and I will. I will listen to it over and over. T. Romanus Love “My Search For You.” Great voice, love the mood of the music, has radio quality. J.V. Hamm Laughing and crying and loving every line! I loved the song "MY GOOD GOOD MAN" so much that I have decided to play it at my wedding for my husband to be, while guests are waiting for me to walk down the aisle. Even though there is mention in the song of a son, we have a male dog named "Bear" who is like our son, so it is still appropriate for us. I laughed and cried when I heard this CD. It reminded me of all the years I never thought I would find someone to love and when I finally surrendered and saw my life from a different perspective, I found my soul mate. Thank you for this amazing and profound and rocking CD. D. Parsons You have succeeded in blowing my mind. I love the heartfelt lyrics. I think your voice is awesome, the songwriting is very tight and direct, the production has more punch and imagination than a lot of the major label stuff I listen to. I especially enjoyed “Misguided” and “Comfort Me.” A. Collins Man, the girl can rock! The lyrics speak to us whose life experiences have banged up our hearts but not our spirits! Great album! M. Hamlen