Martha Ann Brooks - "Lately"

Martha Ann Brooks - Vocals / Acoustic guitar
Dennis Brown - Electric guitar
Gary Farmer - Keyboards
Tim Starnes - Harmonica / Lap Steel / Fiddle
Josh Dodson - Tenor Sax
Chips Roland - Electric Bass / Upright Bass
Al Samples - Drums / Percussion
Mike Headrick - Pedal Steel / Mandolin (Track # 8 only)
Jennifer Layne - Harmony vocal (Track # 8 only)
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All tracks recorded at Wolf Den Studio - Flintstone, GA
except Track # 8 - recorded at Mikron Studio - Jasper, TN
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Produced & Mastered by Gary Farmer - Wolf Den Studio

Track Playlist:
Rattlin' My Chains
Unfamiliar Circumstances
Your Love Kills
Dead Or Alive
Dalai Lama Song
Lovers In Love
Lately
Deliciously Lonely
Little Mama
Hard Feelings
Steal Your Heart
Could We Go Back

Martha Ann Brooks Released her album called "Lately" in May of 2009. Since then, this lady has been taking the world by storm. Not one to be
cornered into any "One" genre, she flows like the wind easily and effortlessly, from Folk to Blues, Rock, Country and Americana. The result is spectacular. "Lately"
encompasses a variety of tracks which will delight the senses of every listener. NW Georgia USA has something to be proud of here. I know Stations like to use catch phrases like "Country" or "Folk" , but with Martha Ann Brooks, throw the old book away! This Lady Transends the old rules and does it with Style!
Martha's Songwriting skills are brilliant, casting a web of story telling that keeps you involved as well as entertained. Her Vocals are on the money, sexy and a delight to the ear. Martha Ann Brooks Band is comprised of magnificent musicians, who are the backbone of this Album. Its an easy Album to connect with on all levels.

The 3 tracks I have chosen to single out here are:

1) Rattlin' My Chains - Martha sings with the spirit of Blues coursing through her veins!! Great spotlight on Tim Starnes on Harmonica bringing Martha's voice even higher on the blues scale! This is a wonderful track done with enthusiasm. I dare you to sit still.

2) Lately - The Title track off this wonderful Album. A real old time Country Feel. Martha takes us back to the 50's , where the ladies of country ruled in this wonderful genre. Strong songwriting skills shine throughout this song. One of my personal favorites.

3) Lovers In Love - This song catches our attention right away. A mellow easy flow, with Martha's voice crystal clear and beautifuly delivered. The use of the fiddle showcasing this georgous song. This is the song to be played at every anniversary and wedding. It touches the ear and lives in the heart. Wonderfully written.

All In All , this entire Album is simply wonderful. My congrats going to Martha Ann Brooks & her band. This album is a complete joy. Fantastic Job.
Do yourself a favor today, Grab this album!

Yours in the music
Shashona
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