OK, so the first two reviews I wrote regarding the Dixie Chicks could be deemed somewhat biased. I am a huge fan of country, I am an even bigger fan of the Dixie Chicks. I make no apologies for this, they are a remarkable trio. I also make no apology for saying that 'Home', their third album, released after a three-year break, is their best yet.
Following time off to get married/have babies, the Dixie Chicks come back with this stunning album which follows up their landmark success from the multi award winning 'Wide Open Spaces' and 'Fly'.
It is fair to say with 'Home', they have come full circle and go back to their roots. This album has all that you expect from the Dixie Chicks, the sounds of the mandolin, banjo, dobro, guitar and fiddle mixed wonderfully with great vocals to produce that one of a kind Country sound.
The albums first single, 'Long Time Gone' enjoyed a large amount success on the charts and very much backs their theory that a catchy, foot tapping single kick starts an albums success. Telling the all too common tale of leaving home for the bright lights and big city in search of stardom, the song takes an unexpected turn and you find yourself back where you started-at home. It is a great opening number.
The Dixie Chicks really outdo themselves on the second track, 'Landslide'. This remake of the Fleetwood Mac ballad takes on a bluegrass twist to give an interesting perspective. Whilst in the main covers fail to energise as the original did, this one is fantastic, a timeless classic.
Another great love story is 'Travelin' Soldier'. The slow beat conveys the sad story of two star crossed lovers, a young waitress and a soon to be departing soldier. Just as soon as love begins, tragedy brings their short lives together to an abrupt end.
Saying this, the album is not all about ballads, although you will find some great ones on it ('More Love', 'Home'). 'White Trash Wedding' for example has that upbeat Country sound which somewhat resembles their old hit 'Sin Wagon'. It also has some great solos. 'Lil' Jack Slade' named for a son of the trio, is a great instrumental which really gives the girls an opportunity to show off their diverse talents on their different instruments. To finish, 'Top of the World' is a great song, expressing the feelings of being down and wanting to be 'on top of the world'. The orchestra mixed with the vocals produces an almost haunting sound and leaves you practically breathless.
Just like the previous albums, whether Country is part of your musical interest, 'Home' is a must have. It has the same edge the Dixie Chicks always seem able to lay down on an album, but it also has something extra. The songs just seem so much more powerful and expressive than anything they have done before. I would certainly recommend it.
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