The guy's name would make him a shoo-in for success, but he's mainstream / all the way, with rich, sultry vocal tones (with just a hint of twang when he sings of the lonesome ), some of 's top backing musicians and ( 's dad) producing. Perhaps it was never announced, but he was probably the winner of the sound-alike contest. His voice goes into a high vibrato at the start of the title track's chorus, much like does on On the mid-tempo, Spanish-flavored he goes into the low register during the verses, a perfect match for 's dreamy sensuality. is like doing , mixing the highs and the lows. These comparisons are not negative criticisms, they're sideways compliments -- has a powerful voice, it's simply not the most distinctive. When he's finding middle range, he's up there with the best of rockers. is an emotional powerhouse, while is steel guitar lamenting nonpareil. His two attempts at co-writing ( ) are among the better tunes, pointing perhaps to a deeper artistry than most crooners who always need to look for outside material. By definition, "holy" means "set apart." only hints at finding an original voice on occasion, but what he does present is a likeable, colorful listening experience. ~ Jonathan Widran