Ali McGuirk's Til It’s Gone: A Soulful, Gutsy Journey Through Sound

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9 Lounges Team

5/5/2025

With the release of her Signature Sounds debut Til It’s Gone, Ali McGuirk steps into the spotlight with a voice and vision that refuses to be boxed in. Delivering a stunning fusion of soul, rock, R&B, and folk, the album positions McGuirk as one of today’s most compelling singer-songwriters—bold in both her storytelling and her sonic range.

A Star-Studded Studio Dream Team

Co-produced with Jonah Tolchin, Til It’s Gone is an ambitious collection backed by a crew of musical giants:

  • Fred Tackett (Little Feat) on guitar and mandolin

  • Larry Goldings (James Taylor, Norah Jones) on organ

  • Valerie Pinkston (Ray Charles, Luther Vandross) on backing vocals

  • Lenny Castro (Stevie Wonder, Stevie Nicks) on percussion

This legendary lineup delivers richness and range—but it's McGuirk’s buttery, expressive voice that holds the reins. Her vocals glide through genres, commanding attention whether she’s crooning a tender ballad or belting out rock-driven refrains.

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The Verdict

Til It’s Gone is an album that doesn’t just flirt with greatness—it embraces it fully. For listeners seeking authenticity, musical diversity, and vocals that strike straight to the heart, Ali McGuirk’s latest effort is an essential listen.

She’s not just carrying the torch for modern soul—she’s lighting a new path.

A Voice That Stands Alone

What sets Ali McGuirk apart isn’t just her musical influences—it’s how she embodies them with fearless individuality. Her ability to wrap warmth, pain, defiance, and tenderness into a single note is what makes Til It’s Gone not just an album, but an experience.

Whether you're into Bonnie Raitt’s emotional fire or Amy Winehouse’s jazzy edge, McGuirk’s sound speaks to both past and future, with something distinctly her own at the core.