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This is a lovely folky album and Bronwen proves that she has the voice. Reminds me of a young Judy Collins. She's like a mother haunting an old house, singing lullabies like 'Kaidi's Song', which is so comely you'll want to cry. If you can get through this song without thinking of a long-distance loved one and not break down crying, I'll give the first 5 people a free slap in the mouth. CD starts off with 'Custom-made Woman' which is pretty up tempo considering the things that follow. The words to the songs are simple, but that gives them personalities like real people; true friends almost. 'custom-made women are funny and kind / they bring out your best and drive you out of your mind / but if you find one and can make her your wife / you won't need another for the rest of your life.' Don't forget your country and blues roots, y'all. They're all here. 'mama don't understand me / I just want to play / she sees me with those action figures / and takes them all away.' As a little 7 year boy old who played with Star Wars figures far too long, I can relate to the chorus of 'give back my action figures / give back my action figures / give back my action figures / I just want to play.' But be warned! There's more to this CD than 1 woman and 1 guitar singing about life. Each song is orchestrated differently, and has a singular mood all its own. If you're into beautiful folk, you'll have to try this one. --- Ben Ohmart, The Muse's Muse, 09-01-99 |