Search - Marty Brom :: Sings Heartache Numbers

Revel in Marti's "Heartbreak"

George Johnson | Odenton, MD USA | 10/25/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Marti Brom has delivered an excellent set of old-style rockabilly and country covers, with a consistency that allows listeners to simply insert their disc and press "play," not just because this release contains no clunkers but because it's fun to hear the progression of her theme. As the title "Heartbreak Numbers" succinctly suggests, all these songs of loneliness are associated with a number, and have been placed in sequential order. "One-Way Ticket," "Four Walls," and Hank Cochran's comical jukebox lament "A-11" are stand-outs.



While the music proves faithfully and gratifyingly retro, the recordings benefit technically from a clear sound and a fine mix, with no element sticking out intrusively, thanks to the engineering efforts of Justin Trevino.



Fans of Patsy Cline and contemporary artists Neko Case and Big Sandy should enjoy "Heartbreak." For that matter, if you like this, you'd probably like Marti's other offerings, including the more upbeat "Wise to You."

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Great western jazz meets saloon!

Costa Rican Big-butt | 04/14/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Brom's vocals are delishious and tempting, and the songs are tasty too. This is the finest rockabilly release in ages. This is how hillbilly jazz should always be sung & played!"