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Martina - Martina McBride

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By Shelly Fabian, About.com

Martina by Martina McBride

Martina by Martina McBride

The Bottom Line

More wonderful music from one of the best female voices in country music.
Pros
  • "This One's For The Girls"
  • "In My Daughter's Eyes"
  • "Wearing White"
Cons
  • None.

Description

  • Sixth studio album.
  • Co-produced by Martina with Paul Worley.
  • Lots of varied styles of songs.

Guide Review - Martina - Martina McBride

Martina's self-titled album is her first studio album in four years. She co-produced the album with Paul Worley, and actually recorded the album in her home studio, which gave her the freedom to sing when she wanted, and take time out to be with her girls.

The first single, "This One's For The Girls" peaked at No. 3 on the charts. The song speaks to girls of all ages, and the things they go through in life.

Let it never be said that Martina McBride can only sing country. No, she can definitely sing a gospel/bluegrass song, which she proves with "Reluctant Daughter." Helping with harmony vocals on this wonderful tune are Ricky Skaggs and Sharon White. They meld beautifully with Martina here. While not a radio-friendly song, I'm sure this one will garner lots of people's votes as a favorite from the album. It's definitely one of mine.

And, we can't forget the playful songs. For that, one listen to "Wearing White" will have you chuckling, just as it makes you tap your foot along with the rhythm. The story is about a girl that is going to get married in white, and the people in town think that she shouldn't be. "Everybody knows the things she did. It just isn't right. Won't that be a sight, to see her wearing white?" Vince Gill adds his velvet voice on this tune.

Just when you think she can't possibly top her last album, she does. This is one for every Country Music collection.

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