From the full throttle rock and roll of the opener "Lucky Me" to the humble closer "Dreams" Christine's debut flat out rocks. "Dreams" contains the lyric "I've got nothing but dreams in my pockets" ...now that's the life of a struggling musician summed up to a tee. Donovan's band throws down big time on the album kicking Christine's tunes into overdrive. Don Masters solos are melodic and well thought out. Ron Prunsters drumming and Doug Vallier's bass playing are nothing to shake a stick at neither. This is one band that payed close attention to their tone ....Don especially.

Christine and her band once again prove their versatility on the record shifting from chugging rockers like "Black Hole" to the reggae rock of "Sorry Momma" to the Holly McNarland-esque "Rain Down On Me". I mentioned that fans of Janis Joplin and Heart would enjoy Christine's music... but given her and her band's versatility I think just about anybody could find something they like in Chris Donovan's music. I think it's pretty much impossible to deny the power of Christine's voice and songwriting skills. Whether you are a fan of Evanescence or The Tea Party Christine Donovan has plenty for you to enjoy. Pick this one up.

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Kasey Ferguson