Mary Chapin Carpenter - The Calling
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Free Music Review: The calling
Hit: 5 Stars
It has been awhile for me since I have listened to a Mary Chapin Carpenter cd. I was a huge fan of hers when I was in collage over a decade ago. After STONES IN THE ROAD, I wasn't really impressed with her body of work and I moved on. I recently came across Mary's latest album THE CALLING at my library and I decided to check it out and see what she has been up to lately. Listening to THE CALLING for me was like finding your favorite pajamas that you lost years ago and then found again, and when you put them on again, it is as if nothing has changed. The music was warm and soothing. For me, THE CALLING reminded me of STONES IN THE ROAD with its personal and introspective lyrics. I enjoyed every song on the album especially the ballads like "Twilight" and "On and On it Goes". After a decade hiatus from her music, THE CALLING was a great re-introduction to Mary Chapin Carpenter. Her talents as a singer/songwriter on her new album quickly reminded me why I always liked her music.Free Music Review: Thank You!
Hit: 5 Stars
I don't have much to say new. This is a wonderful recording. I have Mary from her beginning album and I must say that she is someone that has become like an old friend. I listened to the music in the beginning and said to myself, I know this girl. Since then I have said once or twice that she is backsliding. A few recordings that were probably too influenced by the folks who wanted to make money off her. Then with these last two albums I have been saying to myself, see, I knew her all along. This is the person I always thought she was! Her music is a little simplistic for my taste, but I listen to it anyway, because she is like listening to my own life, or the life of this nation. This latest album is like a spiritual journey. I particularly appreciate this because I have been a missionary and am currently a pastor. Wonderful!Free Music Review: Her best since Come On Come On
Hit: 5 Stars
Mary Chapin is one of my favorite artists, and her Between Here And Gone is a very good CD. But it really didn't show all her sides, as it was quite ballad-oriented. On The Calling, she rocks out harder than ever while retaining her talent for painting portraits of the human condition and producing beautiful, folky melodies. Check out the amazing slide guitar on "We're All Right." "Houston" is a deep and heart wrenching look at the plight of Katrina evacuees. The only slight faults are "It Must Have Happened" and "Your Life Story" having similar (but strong, especially on "Your Life Story") riffs, and there aren't any fun songs like "Shut Up And Kiss Me." Republicans might want to skip "On With The Song," but it is nice that she did a song in support of the Dixie Chicks. I fully expect this CD to be on my best of 2007 list!Free Music Review: A Masterpiece!
Hit: 5 Stars
This CD will have a permanent place in my player and in my MP3 for years to come. MCC's voice is so soothing, her phrasing so perfect, and her lyrics so meaningful for these times. "Houston" is stuck in my head, and I am a little weepy at the moment. Its message that New Orleans will never be the same is quite a change from what we hear from other artists determined to be upbeat. And quite a stark contrast from Down at the Twist and Shout!
IMO Bright Morning Star is the weak spot on this album - not very tuneful, and not right for her voice. But I will definitely give it another try.
I never really got into Between Here and Gone. I will try it again. The Calling is simply MMC's best, and strong testament to the growth of a bright and literate singer/songwriter.
Free Music Review: More Brilliance & Integrity
Hit: 5 Stars
There are so few performers that you can count on for one brilliant release after another. You may prefer her earlier work, and yes, her last album is a bit of a downer, (so was Nebraska...good thing I didn't stop listening to Bruce after that one), but this is another combination of great writing and catchy tunes. Houston is so sad...like John Doe 24 for those who haven't listened since Stones. There are some rockers too, and the yahoos are screaming "America hater," so there's even more reason to love her. I downloaded this off iTunes, so if someone could please list the musicians she collaborated with on this, I'd appreciate it. I know Jennings and Rollings are there, and I'm guessing Glen Worf, but please fill me in if you can.