“One can see why this album is generating excitement. It is ambitious, richly layered, and clearly the work of a serious musician who has something to say… Velinova’s voice is undeniably powerful and technically accomplished, captivating audiences with her warm stage presence and soulful performances…Velinova has a voice whose volume and register are comparable to that of Beth Hart, Gergana in the jazzy universe and Beth in the rock universe, both with this vocal luminosity which makes all the difference with so many singers.” - Frankie Pfeiffer - Editor in Chief

“Stands out among the younger jazz vocalists in that she writes her own material, while still making it sound like a jazz standard.” - GEORGE W. HARRIS

“Free: a hymn to inner freedom and music as an embrace! The album breathes freedom in every nuance — an intimate diary, a journey between shadow and light…Free isn’t just an album; it’s an invitation to find beauty in wounds, and to remember that music, like love, has no boundaries. A work that celebrates resilience and the ability to be reborn note by note!”

“You will hear ten original songs on this album, each one unwinding Velinova’s life like a spool of gold thread rolling across my listening room. Her songs glisten in the light and sparkle with her composer skills. ” - Dee Dee Mcnail

“With Free, Gergana offers a compelling artistic statement that bridges cultures and invites audiences into a more expansive understanding of contemporary jazz—one that embraces heritage as a source of creative strength.” - Susan Frances

“She has a gift. Her music is easily relatable — Gergana Velinova displays her profound artistic talent.” - Dee Dee Macneil