I initially heard about this CD from a friend and was eager to listen to it.  I began with a few clips on the website and as soon as possible bought the CD.  What a treat for me and everyone I've played it for!  In fact, my father loved it so much, he took my copy with him on a roadtrip.  Meryl's voice and interpretation of the songs feels so genuine and heartfelt; it's obvious that she loves to sing and to share song with her listeners.  Her voice is uniquely her own --at times sultry and mysterious, at others playful, but always engaging; the instrumentals are without equal, and the arrangements convey a revealing sense of the artist while retaining the integrity of the songs.  The originals on the CD are not to be missed.  I know we'll be hearing a lot more from Meryl in the future.  I look forward to watching her perform because I have the feeling that she embraces her music magically in a live performance.  I recommend that everyone give this CD a chance; you'll be clamoring for more!
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This first effort by Meryl Romer is filled with heart, warmth and vulnerability, as well as a wonderful voice.  Meryl embodies these tunes and takes great chances with bold arrangements of classics and very interesting choices in covering "Solomon Sang" and "Your a Big Boy Now".  Meryl's voice carries through a width of styles, propelled by a top notch group of musicians, amongst whom she shines through.  "So Sure" is a jewel of a first effort and makes me glad to anticipate what may come next.
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