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When You Look At Me By: Brian Campbell  |
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 Lisa Barrett
When You Look at Me
www.lisabarrettcd.com
To my knowledge, county musicians are few and far between around these parts, but when you find one – man, are they good. Very much is the case of Lisa Barrett. Her newest release When You Look at Me is probably one of the most uplifting and refreshing records I’ve personally heard in a while.
The big selling point of the record is obviously Barrett’s soaring vocal work. They are at all times fresh and comforting and on par with that of country heavyweight’s Carrie Underwood, Shania Twain or an Alison Krauss. Her voice doesn’t falter, crack or even fade at any point on this CD. It stays sensitive and soothing the whole time.
Speaking of her vocals, her lyrics are smart too. Let’s Roll is a majestic tribute to those who perished on 9/11 aboard United Flight 93 and it even has been entered into the national archives for future generations of historians and educators to study. She deals with all sorts of sensitive issues such as heartbreak, loneliness, standing up and being strong, and knowing when to leave bad situations.
One overwhelming theme through the record is the remembrance of her nephew Austin, whom she lost to cancer. She named the CD after something she said to herself when she was looking at a picture of him, and the title track of the record, When You Look at Me, is about him as well.
Aside from all of the deeper meanings housed on this CD, the music is good. Overall it really reminds me of Shania Twain’s album, Up!, very poppy and upbeat, and clear, crisp, and meaningful throughout. This is one of those records that you can pop into your CD player no matter what mood you’re in and it will cheer you up or make you think – whatever you need. It is definitely a mood changing album.
What makes this CD better than the music itself is the fact that a portion of the proceeds from this CD will be donated to Essential Care for Children, a pediatric home care program for children with life-threatening illness, and their families. For more information, check out www.essential-care.org.
The CD is currently for sale over at www.lisabarrettcd.com for only $11.99 and free shipping! You cannot go wrong with a great price for a great CD. |
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