“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.” - 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