Brandi Carlile is gifted with a deep, commanding voice that lends gravity to her original songs. This time around, she's offering a few love songs (for people who are into that) but in the grand tradition of singer-songwriters who grew up listening to traditional country music, there are quite a few devastating sad ballads, too.
Ms. Carlile, who hails from the outskirts of Seattle, has the kind of voice most Nashville producers would be happy to work with: roomy, dark-hued and bittersweet, with a firmness of purpose and pitch.
One thing I admire about her music is that she doesn't meander in her lyrics. Instead she essentially takes a stab right at the emotional heart of the song. Then she usually twists the blade. She's also smart enough to make sure that the melodies are memorable, rather than just a long set list of navel-gazing songs about disillusionment. It also helps that she boasts an incredible band beside her and that the cello, guitars, piano and drums all underscore the dramatic swells of her songs.
Album Tracklisting:
Looking Out
Dying Day
Pride And Joy
Dreams
That Year
Caroline
Before It Breaks
I Will
If There Was No You
Touching The Ground
Oh Dear
Brandi’s Website: http://bit.ly/O2O_BC
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