For Natalie Prass, a strong cap to a successful year

If you were among those who fell in love with Natalie Prass's debut album -- whether it was getting over a heartbreak, an affinity for the music coming from Richmond's Spacebomb studio or simply because of the breathtaking soul-vibe beauty of her best songs -- you might have been taken aback by the starkness of her show Thursday night at the Rock & Roll Hotel.