Singer/songwriter Gail Swanson's 6th CD release features ten songs and some very special guests. Doobie Brother Pat Simmons has produced 3 of the songs and performs on the CD as well. A new duet with Willie Nelson, The One... more » That Got Away, written by Gail Swanson and Cris Sommer Simmons, will be getting national exposure in 2010. An ukulele/vocal duet witch Michael McDonald,End of the World, a sweet track on this CD. Gail's originals are heartfelt and her lyrics and music appeal to a wide variety of listeners.« less
Singer/songwriter Gail Swanson's 6th CD release features ten songs and some very special guests. Doobie Brother Pat Simmons has produced 3 of the songs and performs on the CD as well. A new duet with Willie Nelson, The One That Got Away, written by Gail Swanson and Cris Sommer Simmons, will be getting national exposure in 2010. An ukulele/vocal duet witch Michael McDonald,End of the World, a sweet track on this CD. Gail's originals are heartfelt and her lyrics and music appeal to a wide variety of listeners.
CD Reviews
The Simple Truth is...
Gary D. Benz | Akron, OH | 01/09/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"...this CD is terrific. Gail Swanson's latest CD has an interesting an eclectic mix of originals that are sure to satisfy. The Maui-based singer/songwriter, Swanson has included a number of impressive special guests on Simple Truth, including Willie Nelson and Michael McDonald. The two duets with Nelson (The One that Got Away and Half a Heart) and another with McDonald (End of the World) are particular highlights, but you'll also enjoy the fun of Beautiful Again (Do Do Song) and the intrigue of Un Richiamo a Madre Terra. In a category where it's tough to stand out from the crowd, Swanson manages to do just that. Pick this one up today."
Simply wonderful!
K. C. Harrowby | Maui, HI | 01/10/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Gail's voice, lyrics, musical abilities, and poetry shine through in this collection. Her "The One That Got Away" with Willie is powerfully emotional and thoughtfilled. She writes incredible music and lyrics that touch the heart and soul. For those of you lucky enough to be able to hear her in person, you know that her sound is not studio produced. Her magic is personal and her stage presence is warm and loving. Happily, that same persona is reflected in her CDs. This is one indie you can't miss. It is a gem."
Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!
J. Michael Smith | Colorado | 01/10/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Wow!!!! Gail has hit a grand slam..... what an awesome selection of songs and sounds,
I love this CD.. when will she be on tour in Colorado? michael"
I love this cd!
Sarah Humphrey's | Northern CA, USA | 01/10/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love this c.d.! The songs are so well written and performed. Gail did a great job with this one. Her songwriting is well thought out and clever. The production is superb and hearing Mike McDonald and Willie Nelson sing with Gail is really cool. Love the John Cruz song too. Great players on this one! James "Hutch' Hutchinson and Pat Simmons, who also produced some of the songs, were awesome. Go Gail!"
Bc nancy
Nancy Gyori | 01/10/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
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I haven't enjoyed new original material this much in years.It touched my soul.Where does she find the inspiration???
The duets were incredible but is her heart that really connects fot me"
Track Listings (10) - Disc #1