“I Love You Always No Matter What Happens” is the hotly anticipated debut LP release from New Orleans–based siren and songwriter Gina Leslie, a follow-up to her beloved 2022 EP “No, You’re Crying.” Through 10 songs, Leslie explores the depths of her inner world and leaves it all on the table, wrapped in luscious soundscapes, gorgeous harmonies, and tender, insightful songwriting. Floating between country and jazz, this album encapsulates many sonic worlds with a range of tones and emotions. Recorded alongside co-producer and multi-instrumentalist Nat Smith at his home studio in Nashville, this raw and expressive album is like a hug to the wounded child within—an olive branch, a white flag. “I Love You Always No Matter What Happens” is not only a mantra to the self, but a call to reclaim self-acceptance in a society hell-bent on telling us we aren’t good enough. Jump in, the water’s warm.