Nashville: The Cinderella Sessions
Self-Released, 2025
9/10
Listen to Nashville: The Cinderella Sesssions
The former New Mexico resident Rooster Blackspur now calls Nashville home, and these 7 songs sure do fit in well with her new city.
The frisky and punchy opener, “Kicking Up Dust”, finds itself in playful, country-rock territory, and “Hard Road” follows with graceful keys and heartfelt singing that emits much grace and soulfulness.
“Lonely Angels” and “Leaving New Mexico” land in the middle. The former is a powerful and emotional EP highlight that showcases Blackspur’s inimitable pipes, while the latter comes with charming twang and breezy melodies that won’t take long to admire. The quick listen exits with “Big Dipper”, where a poetic appeal and soft instrumentation make an indelible impression.
A veteran artist with an impressive resume, Blackspur’s leap to Nashville is a win for her listeners, as evidenced by these authentic, tender, gritty and timeless country ideas that might bring to mind Lucinda Williams.
Travels well with: The W Lovers- For A Day Or A Lifetime; Jenny Reynolds- Any Kind Of Angel