Wow! I waited several decades for an Ashton Shepherd to arrive and she's here! She has roots in the depths of humanity and a strong, clear and unspoiled voice for moving us to laugh, cry and celebrate life. At first blush, comparing her with Edith Piaf might seem ridiculous. The two look, act and sing in much different ways. Where they seem alike is in their ability to project intense feelings. I believe all the tracks of this disk deserve five stars. Tracks 9 (How Big Are Angel Wings) and 11 (Whiskey Won the Battle) rise above this. Both tracks are as capable of bringing strong men to their knees weeping as Edith Piaf's Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien. I hope and pray that Ashton can avoid the pitfalls of fame and cling to her mental and physical health so we can enjoy her voice for many years to come.
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