Wind to the West

at its best, this album contains masterful playing, inspired singing, and memorable songwriting. turn in an affecting vocal and instrumental performance on guitarist 's haunting as well as ripping through a cover of 's and showcasing their side on a soul-stirring arrangement of the 's lonesome tenor is pleasing, as are the harmony blends and the lead vocals of the rest of the band. Ace Dobro player -- voted 1996 Dobro Player of the Year by the International Music Awards -- shines throughout, rounding out this band's second effort and making it more than a worthwhile choice. ~ Jack Leaver