http://withmusicinmymind.blogspot.com/2009/12/2009-sarah-macdougall-across-atlantic.html
“It is not so easyto find a good album of folk song / country / americana which does not fall in clichés associated to these musical styles. Swedish exiled in Canada Sarah MacDougall is THE discovery of alternative folk song / country of this end of year, simply. She possesses the charming voice of a fallen angel, Lucinda William’s depth, maturity of one Joan Baez and the freshness as well as the spontaneity of her young age. This author / composer / producer and guitarist has everything for her. Across The Atlantic is the second Lp of the attractive young lady who follows upon already very promising sound first album Headed for the hills ( 2005 ) and in Ep I don’t want to be alone anymore (2008). Her music is at once light and serious, brilliant and poignant, in summary, it is a true beautiful experience to discover and to listen to Across The Atlantic.
Ballad Of Sherri begins on an acoustic sound mono which makes dream of a demo taken on the deep to take finally its flight on a dishevelled rhythm. The more melancholic tune is absolutely sublime. An ideal opening. The beauty of the folk song / country ballad Ramblin ‘ sets in the throat. A very moving piece which rings as a classic of the years of 70′s. Warmer and joyful dancing Cry Wolf country is a small jewel as we would more like to listen to it. The melody is wonderful. Across The Atlantic invites in the journey through this attractive ballad restful, simple and splendidly sung by Sarah. I’ ve Got Your Back is one of these blazing torch songs only the Americans of which have the secret deciphered by Sarah. On a lighter and moved note, Hundred Dollar Bills is a subtle and elegant comic sweetness. Acceleration of considerable tempo on the jewel whom is Biggest Mistake. The heartbreaking I’ ve Got Sorrow continues in the lineage begun withsublime ballads by the piece Ramblin ‘. Of Crow Lament summarizes perfectly Sarah’s universe: a piece country well-balanced which can please a little attracted public parce particular musical genre. A tour de force. The closing piece is made in the most beautiful way by means of a magnificent haunting ballad: Goodbye Juliet.
First album was released in a official way, Across The Atlantic impresses from part the maturity of her creator. Amazing.”
it is delightful to hear fresh new voices out there;terence martin is also another “don’t miss”…while i do not think it is fair to try to compare anyone to the lovely Ms. Baez…that voice!!! , lucinda williams is very good with a distinctive, unique quality that is pleasing and thought provoking….i love writers;songwriters/singers are the best;and baez is a good albeit perhaps not the best songwriters around;but , hey, come on here!! she is beautifful, has the best natural female voice i have ever heard, funny , knowledgable…experienced, courageous (thank you, Joan Baez for going through that as i know from personal experience how bad it is and/or can be;i am an artist…63 yrs old and still have the occasional panic attack. i thank you for sharing your incredible voice with this violently noisy world;thank you for helping me breathe. most sincerely, judith redman…Colorado
Joan Baez wrote Diamonds and Rust. That’s a pretty awesome song. Although I would never compare myself to Joan Baez…. : )