Produced by
Anton Sanko
,
Lucy Kaplansky
's second album showcases her songwriting, with strong
ballads
such as
"If You Could See"
and
"Still Life,"
a moving character sketch that has been the centerpiece of her live performances. Her unique voice, steely and supple, moves easily from irony to aching sincerity, a feat not often accomplished since the early recordings of
Judy Collins
. Other highlights are a rollicking
bluegrass
version of
Nick Lowe
's
"(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love and Understanding?"
and a duet with
John Gorka
on
Gram Parsons
' legendary
"Return of the Grievous Angel."
Reverse before the first track for a hidden version of
the Beatles
'
"I've Just Seen a Face."
~ Claire Keaveney