The album includes a mix of fine originals and off the beaten track
covers including Greg Trooper's anthemic "Light In The Window, Blue
Rodeo's moody "5 Days In May" and David Hamburger's gorgeous "Indigo
Rose". This album spotlights vocalist and fiddler Rani Arbo, who emerges
as a unique song stylist.
The album is already drawing some rave reviews:
"Northamptonís Salamander Crossing may be the most promising young band
on the acoustic music scene today. They bring urbane sass and
sensibility to their unique bluegrass and old-time folk songs, and Rani
Arboís cool, blue alto is alluringly intimate" Boston Globe
"The groupís fluid blend of acoustic textures, gentle harmonies and
exquisite material converge splendidly here, making this their most
mature, and most satisfying work to date. This is genuine American
music, the real deal, played with passion and vision" **** Newhouse
News Service
ëScore one for the power of subtlety on the triumphant new release from
Salamander Crossing. Listen to the fragile beauty of Rani Arboís vocals
and youíll know youíre miles from run-of-the-mill bluegrass. ****
Advocate Newspapers
"One of the most exciting and refreshing bluegrass-based bands on the
scene today. What makes Salamander Crossing stand out is accomplished
songwriting and amazing vocal harmonies." Album Network
"New Englandís premier rootsy bluegrass band has delivered the album
that should elevate them into the big leaguesÖÖ a delicately balanced
set that stands up to the better work of Alison Krauss and Union
Station."
**** New Country Magazine
The album is in stores on April 21. You can check out sound clips from
"Bottleneck Dreams" and order CDs directly from the Signature Sounds
website (on a secure server) at http://signature-sounds.com
Jim Olsen
info@signature-sounds.com