All Will Be Well
Mountain Home, 2025
9/10
The Grammy nominated outfit, Sister Sadie, return with a bluegrass meets ‘90s country effort, where the sounds are musically collaborative and the lyrical themes substantial.
The hazy and textured “Winnebago” start with Rainey Miatke’s warm mandolin complementing Jaelee Roberts’ expressive voice, and “I Wish It Would Rain” follows with Dani Flowers’ cozy guitar amid flowing vocal harmonies and punchy drums.
The title track lands in the middle and emits quick bluegrass rock that benefits from Gena Britt’s swift banjo, while “Do What You Want” resides in country territory via Deanie Richardson’s meticulous fiddle and Maddie Dalton’s playful bass.
Further still, the distinct mood of “Orphan Train” comes with a darker spirit that’s busy and mysterious, and “Can’t Let Go Of Your Love” carries an infectious energy, where each player’s talents are present in spades.
The ladies in Sister Sadie have exceptional resumes, and their combined strengths make this an exceptional 2nd album from a bluegrass sextet everyone should be familiar with.
Travels well with: Sister Sadie- II; Fireside Collective- Across The Divide