BUDDY & JULIE MILLER BRIANIE JOHNNY BENNETT
Written In Chalk
Butterfl y In A Hurricane The Violet Hush
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Buddy & Julie Miller have enjoyed separate careers
Brianie’s fairytale began last year when Lee
Johnny Bennett was born in Indianapolis and
and now release a collaboration of songs for the Williams head of CMR Nashville took the then began playing his first instrument, the flute, aged
first time. With guests like Robert Plant and 16 year old Brianie to Nashville to record her just four. By the time he was 20 he was singing in
Emmylou Harris, this may be something special. debut album with some top session musicians rock bands.
The opening song Ellis County (62bpm) is a
and producer.
Opener The Violet Hush (85bpm) is a pleasant
gentle song, nightclub two step in rhythm, laced
Brianie’s sets us off with I’ll Take It (140bpm)
track with a good beat and there are definite
with fiddle and a strong steady beat coupled with
a pleasant number east coast swing in style. The
influences of the Stereophonics, Travis, and Elvis
some very pleasant harmonies from the duo.
Nashville musicianship is very evident in its quality
Costello. This is worth consideration as a dance
Gasoline and Matches (121bpm) there is a
and this could be a good little dance track.
track.
rawness about this a track that gives it a sixties
Daddy’s School (78bpm) is a very nice
Sister Pharmaceutical (76bpm) this has a
Woodstock feel. Don’t Say Goodbye (86bpm)
nightclub two step which Brianie dedicates to her
features Patty Griffin and is a melancholy number.
grandfather. This has some nice harmonies and
terrific beat somewhat reminiscent of punk and
Whilst being a beautiful song it may not have much
reminds me of early Dolly Parton work.
New Wave.
Western Women (84bpm) is a jaunty track,
So Why Are You So Happy? (60bpm) this
merit as a dance track.
sort of Texas swing style that Brianie deliver’s in
song is somewhat of dirge but has nightclub two
What You Gonna Do Leroy (94bpm) the great
a Leann Rimes style. Choreographers should give
step rhythm and who knows, there have been
rock legend turned country singer Robert Plant
this a good listen.
dances to a lot worse tracks than this!
guests on this very bluesy number and his unique
I’m Not Ready Yet (94bpm) is one of three
Done With It (82bpm) is contemporary number
vocal style is instantly recognisable.
songs on the album written by Brit Lorna Flowers.
and I can see this one appealing to many as it is
A Long, Long Time (106bpm) Julie takes lead
This is a brilliant song and Brianie does a fine
bang up to date and does have a good beat.
vocal on this endearing track which is perhaps a job with the song, one of her best vocals on the Sailboat (101bpm) in a complete musical style
little too laid back to dance to. album. change Johnny delivers a waltz style number that
One Part, Two Part (109bpm) features Regina Butterfly In A Hurricane (76bpm) is in is very melodic and seems to have a metronome
McCrary and Buddy takes the lead. This is one of
complete contrast to the previous song and for
ticking away in the background. I really like this.
my favourites, its country, it’s bluesy, and even a
me, Brianie’s weakest vocal, but it a good song
The Big Affair (102bpm) you would swear that
little rocky. As it’s west coast swing in style this
nonetheless.
Elvis Costello had sneaked a track in as Johnny’s
could be a very good dance prospect.
Half A Hallelujah (76bpm) is a good up tempo
voice is superb on this very contemporary song.
Chalk (54bpm) features Patty Griffin again and
Gospel flavoured song with some fine additional
World On Fire (94bpm) once again Johnny
Buddy shows the richness of his voice on yet
vocal from the female chorus.
surprises with a Stray Cats style track with an
another superb country track.
I Love You (114bpm) Brianie changes the
tempo with a cool cha cha, very reminiscent of
awesome backing with slide guitar. This is funky,
Everytime We Say (54bpm) is a beautiful
the Mavericks, and on which she demonstrates the
rocky, cool and I absolutely love it!
nightclub two step with an excellent musical
range of her vocals.
One Night Bag (82bpm) is a smooth song and
backing and some gorgeous harmonies
Strong Enough To Lose You (76bpm) is
so very different from anything else on the album.
accompanying Julie’s lead vocal.
a beautiful nightclub two step, another one of
Think Cat Stevens.
Hush, Sorrow (104bpm) it’s Buddy’s turn to
Lorna’s songs, and once again Brianie raises the
Light In the Drive (82bpm) this track has the
take the lead vocal again on this angst ridden song
bar with her vocals. A brilliant track!
same bpm as the previous one but is completely
and fantastic track.
High Performance Woman (134bpm) this is
different in style. Once again Johnny reverts to a
Smooth (83pm) the title says it all. This is most
a much funkier track, think Gretchen Wilson, and
more acoustic style and his voice is as smooth as
certainly a smooth track which once again shows
just right as an east coast swing dance track.
chocolate.
the bluesy side of the partnership.
Patiently Waiting (82bpm) is a fine waltz
The closing track You Will Begin (90bpm)
June (90bm) this song highlights how well
track, true country, and all it needs is a good dance
is once again a departure from the rest of the
the couple harmonise together. An outstanding
writing to it.
album. Very jazz infused and Andy Mason on
acoustic song with melancholy lyrics with little I Still Think About You (131bpm) is altogether piano certainly earns his fee. The slapping on the
appeal as a dance track. a rockier number which Brianie belts out and it has double base, the brushes on the snare drum, and
The Selfishness Of Man (76bpm) Emmylou some brilliant piano playing and cool guitar solos. the jazz guitar highlight the fine musicianship on
Harris contributes here in this smooth nightclub Mama Tell Me (75bpm) is Brianie’s closing song the album.
two step. which is all about first love. Another good song It is difficult to pigeon hole Johnny Burnett’s
This wonderful album has a few numbers would which is nightclub two step in style. music but then is it really necessary to do that?
make dance prospects but it is not a typical Line
This is a fine debut album from an aspiring young
There is certainly an eclectic mix on The Violet
dance album. What it is though is an album full
British country artist with good dance tracks. Give
Hush, and a few tracks here that could be good for
of quality country music so why not treat yourself
this album a try and show your support for some
dancing. Variety is the spice of life, they say…..
to a copy?
home grown talent, Brianie may just end up at the
very top of country music one day.
Listen Dance Listen Dance Listen Dance
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