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CD: Stronger
Artist: Carlene
Carter
Label: Yep
Roc
Reviewed by Allison
Brock,
Host of Wide
Cut Country
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 The
Bitter End
To
Change Your Heart
Stronger
Well Carlene Carter has certainly had her ups and downs.
Like several others in her ultra-famous family she has dealt
with serious drug problems, and it often hasn't been good
news that has caused the spotlight to shine on her over the
years.
She is now clean and sober, and Stronger is her first
album in a decade. It was written after her mom, step-father,
long time companion and producer (Howie Epstein) and sister
Rosey passed away. Obviously huge emotional issues needed
to be dealt with.
As the title would imply, Carlene has come out the other
end stronger. Her voice is a tad deeper but it suites her.
She sounds great and the songs have amazing impact. Reviews
are calling this her comeback album. I'm just glad she is
back.
The album was produced by John McFee (Doobie Brothers), who
also plays most of the instruments. All the songs were written
by Carlene and she has re-done "I'm So Cool" from
Musical Shapes, and "It Takes One To Know Me" -
which was originally recorded by Johnny and June 25 years
ago.
Carlene is back and she's "Stronger" - both personally
and professionally. She is healthy, happily married and making
great music once again.
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