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Liz McMahon - Right As Rain
(McMahon Creative)
Released: September, 2003
This one was a "friend of a friend" referral from a pal in Michigan,
Bill Szumanski. Ms. McMahon is active in music/theatre circles in Tucson,
Arizona, and an old classmate of Bill's.
I was frankly hesitant. What
if I didn't like it? Would a non-review send a strong message?
Not to worry.
The straight-ahead backing
combo is just right to showcase Ms. McMahon's fine voice - a voice with
great range. That backing group is headlined by Lisa Otey, who plays
piano and produces several of the tracks.
Mostly standards - Highlights include "Come Rain Or Come Shine," and "Give
Me The Simple Life." Ms. Otey offers a duet on "Home Is Where The Heart
Is," a gentle reminder that there are all kinds of loving families in the
world. That track also highlights Ms. McMahon's emotional range.
The world outside of Tucson needs to hear - and hear about - Ms. McMahon.
Recommended...the disc (and samples) are available at
CD Baby.
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and one-half microphones (out of four)
- Doug Boynton
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