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“Her voice is blessed with a natural warmth that flits between tender softness and soaring intensity, while her acoustic guitar work anchors each song with organic emotion…Songs like "Let Me Be Me" and "Dream of [You]" show Schmidt’s knack for marrying lyrical honesty with melodic sensitivity.”
— Earmilk
“Carlotta Schmidt’s “Let Me Be Me” is the kind of song that sneaks into your playlist and then refuses to leave...Honest, uplifting, and impossible not to smile at, “Let Me Be Me” proves that authenticity never goes out of style.”— We Speak Media/Music
“The record draws serious firepower around [Schmidt’s] vision…It’s a richly layered set that rewards close listening.”
— That Eric Alper
“Overall, Carlotta Schmidt has made an album that feels both honest and emotional from the start. Taking vulnerability, finding strength within”
— Music Crowns
“...Overthinker never shies away from vulnerability, yet it consistently finds beauty within uncertainty. It is an accomplished sophomore release that demonstrates Carlotta Schmidt’s growing confidence as both a songwriter and producer, offering a thoughtful, richly crafted work that rewards attentive listening and lingers long after its final notes fade.”
— Atwood Magazine
“… she’s more than just a singer, songwriter, and guitar player – she’s a musical force to be reckoned with."
— Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation
"Carlotta Schmidt’s self-titled debut album has a simple yet venust jazz rock sound that foregrounds her expansive voice...I predict that this album will be Carlotta’s curtain raiser."
— The Alternative
“...ask anyone in Long Branch who has seen her take the stage, and they’ll tell you there’s nothing surprising about Schmidt getting her flowers.”
— Long Branch City Lifestyle
At its best, “Let Me Be Me” functions as both personal testimony and public invitation. It is a reminder that protest songs need not shout to be powerful. Through thoughtful songwriting, heartfelt performances, and an ambitious visual concept executed with remarkable warmth, Carlotta Schmidt has crafted a work that resonates well beyond its autobiographical origins. In an era hungry for authenticity, this is a song that earns its emotional weight.”
— Urbanista
“In a musical landscape often dominated by fleeting trends and surface-level storytelling, Carlotta Schmidt's "Let Me Be Me" stands apart as a heartfelt celebration of authenticity, identity, and human connection.”
— Ignite
“With "Let Me Be Me," Schmidt delivers more than a compelling singer-songwriter track—she creates a space for people to see themselves reflected in the music.”
—Sonic Sisters Magazine
“Overthinker, is an album that feels carefully curated emotionally and sonically, showcasing Carlotta Schmidt as an artist who has the ability to create an album that speaks to many, while remaining deeply personal.”
—Lock