Released by Martin in collaboration with his wife and longtime musical partner, songwriter / poet Jessica Radcliffe. This Red House Records recording features Martin, Jessica, and four other gifted musicians performing original and traditional songs which demonstrate the reasons for Jessica's growing notoriety as a writer. Stark, exceedingly moving contemporary lyrics create a sound that can be joyous or soothing, sometimes unsettling, and always exquisite. With Lisa Ekstrom on accordion and whistle, Alisa Fineman on guitar and vocals, Kimball Hurd on mandolin, guitar and vocals, and Barry Phillips on cello. |