Miranda Lambert - Kerosene

Serious artists don't usually get discovered via TV talent shows, but this 21-year-old former Nashville Star finalist has become an important songwriter and vocalist with her debut album, Kerosene, which immediately sprang to the top of the country charts. Overall, it's a set of amiable country pop, but the title track and "What About Georgia?," which open the disc, are rock songs at heart--driven by a hard-smacked snare drum and layers of guitar. But what's really at the core of these excellent performances is Lambert's romantic lyrics and versatile singing. When she's playing the angry lover in "Kerosene," she's loaded with punky attitude. When she's brokenhearted and moving on in "New Strings," her soft, delicate tones and gentle phrasing perfectly capture a rich blend of sadness and hope. There's even a bit of Dolly Parton's sweet vibrato and rustic charm in "Me and Charlie Talking," a nostalgic contemplation on love and life's simple virtues. Lambert authored or co-penned 11 of Kerosene's dozen tunes, but what she's really written is the first chapter in what may be a long, impressive career. --Ted Drozdowski Amazon.com

 Maybe, But Not Yet
At 24 years old, Miranda's tracks sound like a 14-year-old's. Kasey Chambers she ain't. Might be able to give a good delivery on a recording when she's 34 years old...but not yet. May 10, 2008

 Country Women
Yes, a good solid easy to listen to female country singer. She has much to offer. April 13, 2008

 Miranda Lambert-Kerosene
Country, acoustic and southern rock from a beautiful and amazingly talented girl. Third place finish in Nashville Star???
"...teach them what they need to learn. HA!!!" Excellent CD. April 6, 2008

 Great diversity
This CD has it all, from easy listening to cutting edge. Every song is a keeper. March 21, 2008

 Miranda! Miranda!
This really has a great set of pipes! I love her southern accent in the songs. Sweet CD! February 9, 2008

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