Lee Zimmerman review
author: No Depression Oct 4 2011
"Caroline Doctorow Sweet to Me (Narrow Lane Records) Caroline Doctorow’s musical career has bequeathed an admirable repertoire, although she still resides well below the surface as far as popular acclaim is concerned. Regardless, with a rustic back porch stance that finds her akin to Emmylou Harris, Nanci Griffith, Judy Collins and Lucinda Williams, she has all the makings of an understated star. Hiring Pete Kennedy to helm her new album, the aptly titled Sweet To Me, offers all the more reason to believe that Doctorow is ready to break beyond her limited following. Likewise, an assortment of assured covers – Gordon Lightfoot’s “For Lovin’ Me,” Donovan’s “Young Girl Blues” and the ever-reliable “Gentle on my Mind” among them – gives added impetus to bring in a bigger audience. Happily though, Doctorow’s beguiling delivery and seductive prowess stand up on their own and suggest that Doctorow is not only adept but accomplished."
- Lee Zimmerman, No Depression (Oct 04, 2011)
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loved, loved, loved this
author: s merr
I could listen to Doctorow's voice forever--compelling and seductive, yet incredibly innocent at the same time. Her new songs are as delicious as her cover material. An extraordinary album.
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Another Great Album
author: Steve Kahn
I just listened to Sweet to Me, and then listened again, and again. It's just great!! Seamless and polished, with weight, humor and depth. The choice of songs is great and Pete Kennedy did a wonder job producing this.
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