What this 29 chapter has truly shown is Pearce’s artistic bravery, authenticity and glowing respect for Country music’s traditions, all of which shine bright on these live recordings.
Traveling Wildfire marks the transition of an inveterate explorer and musical historian to one who has grown beyond the limits of expectations.
The hard-driving edge of their earlier releases may be mostly absent, but The Nude Party have a way of investing their music with a sense of personality that’s as undeniable as ever.
While the album overall never finds steady footing, Paisley isn’t capable of delivering less-than-quality lyrics even if the end results, pointedly the title track, feel unfinished.
Stoned Cold Country does The Rolling Stones justice, delivering back-to-back country-fied bangers full of fire, fun and feeling.
Heads or tails, Jo Dee Messina’s mastery of country-pop-rock and her strong, empowered female message makes for an irresistible combination.
