To call Madi Diaz a vulnerable songwriter is the understatement of the century. With every song she pens, she sheds yet another layer of herself, revealing every corner of her heart and soul. It’s impossible not to get swept up in the music — putting yourself in her shoes, hurting her hurt and loving her love.

The two-time Grammy-nominated artist continues to embrace this approach with her new album Fatal Optimist. Stripping away overproduction and complicated arrangements. Diaz’s sweet yet soaring voice and heart-wrenching lyrics take the forefront. The record encourages taking risks, something she seems to do with ease.

Watch Madi Diaz perform “Lone Wolf,” “Heavy Metal” and “If Time Does What It’s Supposed To” live at WNXP’s Sonic Cathedral.