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Cathy's road-tested, acoustic-rock-based melodies are written as true-hearted descriptions of the human psyche; they are sung through a portal of heartbreak, strength, and humor.
Genre:
Rock: Adult Contemporary
Release Date:
2003
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Record Label: Catwix Music
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Cathy Wicks is a Sagittarian singer-songwriter from the capital city of Columbus, Ohio. She has been writing and performing music for over 15 years and has been recording for almost 20 years. Now 34, Cathy has become a seasoned musician... well-respected among other musicians because of her soulful voice, powerful stage presence, and heart-to-heart songwriting gift. Her music style draws from the traditions of rock-driven soul, pop, blues, folk, and country, and her lyrics are compassionate interpretations of common emotions; she is intuitive beyond her years. Her stage presence combines her genuine warmth, positive energy, welcoming smile, and a mix of soulful music, commentary, and humor. People stay put when Cathy gets on stage. We all need a voice to represent our passions. Ms. Wicks uncompromisingly provides this voice.
All songs written by Cathy Wicks except track 5 by Kevin Moore (Keb' Mo') and B. Fisher; track 10 by Eric Kaz & Libby Titus; and Track 11 By Cathy Wicks, Josh Brown, & Roman Warmke.
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Phantom Mandolin
author: Anon
There's no mandolin in Gone. Whatsoever. That's funny.
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Vocals that braid, pull, tie, tug on, and cut your heartstrings
author: Drew Blankenship
This cd is really one of the better debuts I have heard. Wicks has a deep soul in her voice that comes out at just the right times. She doesn't overdo it; perhaps she under-does it just enough in spots to add dynamics to the songs, rendering the highlights pure and powerful. I like that her voice is not perfect. I like that she takes risks. I can tell that she knows what she wants to do, and isn't afraid to go for it. This CD demonstrates the talents of a woman about to embark on a beautiful career. I only hope she finds an excellent set of professional musicians to back her up on her next disc.
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Great mix of folk-rock and soulful, heartfelt music
author: Erinn N., Washington, D.C.
"Never Leave You Blue" is an excellent mix of folk-rock and soulful slower tunes whose simplicity only add to their evocative emotional power. Most of the songs are upbeat folk-blues rock mix of intelligent and playful lyrics, highlighted by Wix's clear, mature voice and a powerful, yet understated acoustic guitar, which drives the music forward.
Wix's vocal talents really shine best on the slower songs, both those written by her (Gone, Lovers on a Schedule, Never Leave You Blue) and those crafted by her rich, yet innocent voice (I'm Telling You Now, and--especially--Love Has No Pride). The simple emotional purity of the songs leaves you wanting to listen to them repeatedly, slipping into a mellow, melancholy state perfect for rainy days and sunsets.
If I had a criticism, it's only too much reliance on the mandolin in several songs, particularly in "Gone". Having heard a more "acoustic" version of Gone, I think a little less mandolin would only strengthen the songs and Wix's sonorous voice. Buy the CD! It's worth it.
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