The first cut, Falling Out of Love, creeps all over the listener in a familiar but haunting way and soon you'll find that Mary's just getting started on you, exposing her heartfelt, soul-wrenching themes. These are blues devoid of blaming any "my man scoundrel" (though you get fair mention of bro's, daddies and sisters). Rather, Mary turns her insides out, gently chiding herself as a lover with shortcomings - and she takes the outside in, noting the world's need for mercy across family, church, country, and society right down to each and all of us, really. If you like Lucinda Williams, you are going to like Mary Gauthier, by the way. Moreover, if you are needing a place to thoroughly explore your blues ruminations, get with Mary.

Gauthier,Mary

Mary's 2005 release (her 4th) from a truly compelling artist. Her life has taken her on a path through devastation and despair. Her songwriting is a direct reflection of personal life experiences; she has beaten back demons, learned from the streets, hit rock bottom and risen from the ashes - all before writing her first song at age 35.