Classy. Sassy. Bluegrassy.
Pinecastle, 2019
8/10
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The esteemed family affair Williamson Branch returns with more of their delightful signature bluegrass sounds, and this time they deliver with new member Anthony Howell handling banjo, mandolin and guitar duties.
“Blue Moon Over Texas” gets the listen started with their trademark fiddle and mandolin acrobatics as Melody Williamson’s pretty vocals guide the tune, and “Half Past You” follows with a more subdued approach of timeless bluegrass melodica on the flawless execution.
In the middle, “Over The Mountain” certainly sounds like it could soundtrack an Appalachian experience with soaring vocal harmonies, while “Hey, Mr. Right” flows with a cautious delivery as the youngster Caroline Williamson displays her vocal prowess. One of the album’s best, “With Body And Soul”, then allows Kevin Williamson’s vocals to shine on the emotive and breezy highlight.
At the end, “Thank You, Lord, For Your Blessings On Me” recruits a gospel influence in the precise instrumentation, and “I’ll Go With You” ends the listen with swift picking as Debbie Williamson holds down the setting with her soaring pipes.
This 4th LP from Williamson Branch contains 12 new tracks that their unwavering fanbase will certainly enjoy, while making their rapidly growing new fans understand why they’re one of the best in today’s bluegrass and gospel scene.
Travels well with: The Garret Newton Band- The Bluegrass Barn; Gena Britt- Chronicle: Friends And Music