Fresh sounds - better loud - Kylie Auldist CD Review

Last month I interviewed a woman who does what she loves: Kylie Auldist, which you can read here

Yesterday I got myself a copy of her new CD Made of Stone. It is indeed worthy of a blog post!

Having a new CD in the house was the impetus for Cowboy and I to have a nice wine and nibbles evening!

Something we hadn't done for a long time. We thought we'd have a chat and a listen to Kylie's album.

As we babbled on we agreed that the CD was great background music. That is what I thought last night anyway. Today as Cowboy trotted off to do his Cowboy things I decided to do the all important second listen. The second listen always lets you know how good a CD is. As does having the music loud, or coming at you direct through headphones. -Well strike me down! I quickly came to the conclusion this CD is better - played loud. A voice like that is not made for background music. Her voice is strong, soulful and covers an impressive range! God tailored that voice for centre-stage. I found the CD to be all sorts of funky. Before I knew it Monte was bopping and squealing , and I was wiping the kitchen bench with a slight shimmy. With the volume at an optimal level it allowed me to appreciate the instruments that accompany Kylie more than I did with it just in the background. There is some big band stuff going on in here. Fresh sounding big band stuff. This CD certainly feels fresh and original. Highlight tracks for me after second listen were 'In a week, in a day", "Lookin' for you' , "Ship Inside a bottle" and "Rosie." "Rosie" is written about Kylie's aunt who lost her battle with cancer. It is a touching tribute - written in a celebratory style. I really recommend this CD if you appreciate TALENT in its purest form. And you know what? This talented gal is from my one-horse town. Another good reason to check it out. Must be something in the water out here :-) Look out for her. You can buy the album here or any good record store as they say.