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Anniversary Celebration Randy Travis 203y2r
An album for existing fans, rather than newcomers to this great country talent.
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This is Country Music Brad Paisley 5k4823
Paisley’s at the top of his game – but he’s capable of better than this.
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Hard Bargain Emmylou Harris 4p3p5m
These self-penned songs aren’t the match of Emmylou’s highest standards.
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Bluegrass superstar’s new album is a fine addition to her impressive catalogue.
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Blessed Lucinda Williams 28374n
One of America’s finest songwriters releases another recommended collection.
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The Essential Dixie Chicks Dixie Chicks 631n2m
Thirty tracks that are funny, melancholic, thoughtful and, alright, just a bit angry.
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Tears, Lies, and Alibis Shelby Lynne 42j3n
Effortlessly convinces you she’s lived this stuff, and means every word.
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Ghost Train – The Studio B Sessions Marty Stuart 6n3o2a
Stuart adds a little spice to traditional country motifs on his latest studio LP.
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The Foundling Mary Gauthier 2h1y5
Not a lot of fun, but it tells a very sad story with bleak eloquence.
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Willie Nelson, Ray Benson and a whole lot of Western Swing.
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Court Yard Hounds Court Yard Hounds 3v3p1t
Debut album from Dixie Chicks pair that lacks songwriting pizazz.
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Wreck Your Wheels Kim Richey 6u4z5n
A solid if unspectacular sixth album from the Ohio artist.
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Rounder Records' 40th Anniversary Concert Various Artists 5v3c2x
Rounder’s astounding roster celebrated at special anniversary show.
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Downtown Church Patty Griffin 6674p
Griffin and her cohorts deliver a collection of astonishing songs.
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Live From London Dolly Parton 145v2f
It’s all beautifully rehearsed and obviously so, yet she is irresistible.
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Back to Love Beth Nielsen Chapman 543e4r
A joyous collection of skilfully-written songs delivered in the most relaxed way.
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Mountain Soul II Patty Loveless 5s3v1w
Her voice may have mellowed but Patty can still rip it up.
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The Crow Steve Martin 5s234v
The comedian weaves a series of charming, unaffected songs, led by his banjo.
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We Are the O’s The O's e4z5h
These banjo-dominated songs are meandering, inconsequential and immature.
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American Ride Toby Keith 406md
The production is superb, but the lyrics lack any subtlety or sensitivity.
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Man From Another Time Seasick Steve 6a3r1w
Exudes an effortlessness that can only come from a lot of living.
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All My Friends Are Funeral Singers Califone 6d4e2i
Explorative but without losing sight of key strengths.
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Wrought Iron Nancy Elizabeth 143a1d
An artist who should be seen as a beacon for future folkies.
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Hobo Charlie Winston k3s1s
Huge in , and he shouldn’t be overlooked in the UK.
