Every Time It Rains - Leslie Satcher, Carmichael, Bobby
Goin' Down Hard - Leslie Satcher, Cordie, Larry
It Can't Be Good to Hurt That Bad
Ode to Billie Joe - Leslie Satcher, Gentry, Bobbie
A Man With Eighteen Wheels - Leslie Satcher, Carmichael, Bobby
I Will Survive
Burn Me Down
Look Who's Talking Now - Leslie Satcher, Montgomery, Melba
Texarkana (Wide Open Spaces)
In recent years, Paris, Texas-born Leslie Satcher has distinguished herself as one of Nashville's most inspired young songwriters. Since she hit town a few years ago with $100 in her pocket and dreams of stardom, her origi... more »nal compositions have been covered by everyone from Reba McEntire and George Jones to Vince Gill and Randy Travis. On her fine and accomplished debut album, Satcher makes the point that perhaps nobody can interpret her memorable songs better than she can herself. On exquisitely forlorn weepers like "Burn Me Down" and "Look Who's Talking Now" (the latter featuring Alison Krauss and cowritten with the great Melba Montgomery), Satcher turns in vocal performances that are emotionally persuasive, yet understated and artful. On inward-looking songs like "Every Time It Rains," "It Can't Be Good to Hurt That Bad," and "Love Letters from Old Mexico" (where she's joined by Krauss and Emmylou Harris), Satcher reveals soulfulness and insight that seem to reach well beyond her 28 years. --Bob Allen« less
In recent years, Paris, Texas-born Leslie Satcher has distinguished herself as one of Nashville's most inspired young songwriters. Since she hit town a few years ago with $100 in her pocket and dreams of stardom, her original compositions have been covered by everyone from Reba McEntire and George Jones to Vince Gill and Randy Travis. On her fine and accomplished debut album, Satcher makes the point that perhaps nobody can interpret her memorable songs better than she can herself. On exquisitely forlorn weepers like "Burn Me Down" and "Look Who's Talking Now" (the latter featuring Alison Krauss and cowritten with the great Melba Montgomery), Satcher turns in vocal performances that are emotionally persuasive, yet understated and artful. On inward-looking songs like "Every Time It Rains," "It Can't Be Good to Hurt That Bad," and "Love Letters from Old Mexico" (where she's joined by Krauss and Emmylou Harris), Satcher reveals soulfulness and insight that seem to reach well beyond her 28 years. --Bob Allen
"Maybe a more detailed review to come later, but I'm excited so this is a quick little review filled with my euphoria. Songwriter Leslie Satcher totally delivers. The highlight tracks include "Love Letters From Old Mexico," (backed by the lighter than air harmonies of Alison Krauss and Emmylou Harris), "Burn me Down," "Every Time It Rains," "Texarkana," and her excellent cover of "Ode to Billie Joe." She breaks the streak of songwriters putting out subpar versions of their own music, and this should be a sweet breath of fresh air for Nashville. Proof that songwriters can sing their own music, and quite well. You probably haven't heard of Leslie Winn Satcher, but you will soon---get this and be a trendsetter!"
What a Great CD.
Bradford Wilson | Louisville, KY | 03/01/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It's so difficult these days to find a female country singer that doesn't want to be like Faith Hill. Leslie Satcher is a definite exception. Don't get me wrong, I like Faith as much as the next person, but c'mon, it's not real country. Satcher was originally just a writer, but decided to sing on her own this time, and thank God. Her delicate voice has just the right level of emotion throughout. From the catchy "Love Letters From Old Mexico" to the wonderful cover of "Ode to Billie Joe," Satcher's smooth melodic voice carries each heart-felt tune perfectly. On a couple of tracks, she uses the amazing voices of Alison Krauss and Emmylou Harris to back her up. Not that she needs any help, mind you. The disc also has a refreshing down-home feel to it that leaves you with a sort of "aaaaah" feeling. I'm really glad to see that there are still female country singers out there willing to sing real country music, and if this is the direction it's headed, count me in."
Ms Satcher wows us
Jordan | 05/30/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Ms Satcher does a bang up job on this debut cd. From Letters From Old Mexico to Texarkana this cd is awesome. Along with the rest of the cd the songs I like best are Slow Way Home, Going Down Hard, Ode to Billie Joe, Burn Me Down,& Look Who's Talking. Keep up the good work."
TRUE TEXAS--ALRIGHT!
Joan Fowler | Newport Beach, CA (former Texan) | 11/07/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I just heard this album on a radio station in Ft. Worth, TX and it was awesome! I love to hear true country chicks. I thought the songs and lyrics were catchy and touching. Thanks "The Ranch" for featuring fresh artists with roots. I am going to buy this album!"
Saw her live
Scott Davis | Stoneham, MA USA | 03/10/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"At the Grand Ole Opry and she really stood out. High energy, tight harmony, star power. I didn't know who she was but asked for the CD when it came out. Always like to see people interpret their own music, over covers.
Do see her live if you can. Good production values on the CD BTW."