All you who are crazy for Mary-Chapin Carpenter, give this artist a serious listen! She's by no means a newcomer to the scene, with several albums already in her discography, though this 1994 release marks her debut on a national independent label. It features a wide range of vocal stylings, from tough and punchy to warm and tender, with her resonant voice the constant. Her surfacing role as contemporary poet is a resounding accent to her distinct musical abilities. When there's an 'angel' in the title these days, it seems like you can be assured there's top-notch folk talent inside (Iris DeMent, The Story, Rory Block, Patty Larkin), and Carrie's no exception.

Newcomer,Carrie