ZOE SPEAKS: Pearl

Zoe Speaks

Pearl

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A songwriting duo from the heart of the Appalachians mixing mountain twang with contemporary folk. Acoustic Guitar Magazine says, "Their spare harmonies evoke Gillian Welch and David Rawlings(and generations of singers before them)."

tracks

1 Pearl
2 Money's Our God
3 Angel Wings
4 Summerflight
5 Appalachian Childhood Dreams
6 Balking Mule
7 The Bear
8 Small Things
9 Jack of Fools
10 Daddy's Tune
11 If Wishes Were Horses
12 Old Pete

notes

Kentucky singer/songwriters Mitch Barrett and Carla Gover comprise the duo Zoe Speaks.

Their recording "Pearl" hints at the traditional Appalachian music with which they were both raised but covers varied musical territory, with nods to contemporary acoustic, pop, and folk.

It features the artists themselves on guitars and clawhammer banjo, and they are helped by a host of America's best acoustic musicians, including Marcy Marxer, Ronnie and Ricky Simpkins, Chris Norman, Sally Van Meter, Ralph Gordon, and Bruce Molsky (who also produced the project).

The featured songs are the artists' own originals complemented with a few select covers by other Kentucky writers.

The content, emotion, and craftsmanship in these 12 songs render this recording a favorite of diverse age and interest groups.

This husband/wife duo's seemingly telepathic harmonies are a highlight of the entire project.

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  • Pearl
    author: Linda Starnes

    Absolutely Awesome - Soothing - the music speaks to me. If wishes were horses - I'd ride away with you & angel wings - the songs are part of me now.

  • Awesome
    author: Matthew Mcclintock

    I had a chance this christmas to spend some time with mitch and to hear him sing. I just want to let you guess know it was one of the most moving experiences i've had in a long time. You want some goood music, this is it!!

  • It is the most amazing....
    author: melissa

    This CD is the most relaxing CD i have ever heard....Especially when u've had a long day at work...The lyrics are so true of life in general...i can relate 99.9% to this CD...it is great to know that their are still people out there who have never forgotten where they've came from.....KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK GUYS!!!!

  • Love it!!
    author: artgirl

    I have been looking for something new and different. This fit the bill. I am glad I came across the article on your music in a religious magazine. I hope Santa brings me another Zoe Speaks CD.

  • wonderful, simply wonderful : )
    author: Katie

    I loved the delivery of my CD! The e-mail confirmation they gave me was the best, and funniest part, so much so, that I read it to my mom. The CD, like the e-mail assured me, got here safe and sound. thanks : )

  • Excellent CD and a long-time favorite
    author: Brenda Bledsoe

    I liked the CD so much that I ordered it for a friend - can't think of a better statement of my opinion than that. I've had my copy for about five years and it never gets old. The lyrics are obviously from the heart and celebrate the realities of living.

  • soul soothing
    author: tara

    every time i play this cd, it makes feel happy and there is still hope and good in the world-not many things can have that impact these days

  • Money's Our God is TERRIFIC!
    author: Soccer Chick

    I love Money's Our God ever since you played it at my school Apex High! Just bought it off iTunes!

  • Money's Our God is so truthful of American culture, it should be played at the S
    author: Martha Royster

    The authencity of the CD resonates a pride of the Appalachian culture and the resourcefulness, beauty, and love of that region. The male/female harmony is real.

  • Songs that get in your head and stay there
    author: Michael Muckian

    Bought the CD for Jack of Fools and ended up loving the rest as well-- especially Angel Wings. Very pretty melodies, authentic down-home instrumentation, thoughtful lyrics, and wonderful vocals. If you like folk music, you'll love Pearl.

  • You CAN catch this one by the tail...(dont you know)
    author: Tracy'sBrother

    A great CD. Bill Monroe would be proud to have these two carrying bluegrass into the 21st century.

  • Every song is perfect!
    author: Susan Richardson

    I love this CD! I have left it in my car CD player for up to three months at a time, and for entire two-week vacations in two different rental cars. I just buy it again every time I leave it somewhere, knowing that whomever finds it will want to keep it and play it over and over too!

  • author: kim

    I received my cd in only 2-3 days! It was awesome. And, it was beautifully packaged in shiny, red paper. I enjoy listening to the cd, i just wish i heard more of the banjo (like you do in concert).

  • this cd brightens my day everytime i listen to it. i look forward to hearing mo
    author: Fiona
  • Very comfortable and easy to listen to.
    author: Sarah Wilson

    I love this CD. The music is so true to its Kentucky roots. My family and my husband's family originated in the Appalachian area of Kentucky where music of this genre is so commonplace. I've heard many groups who sing this type of folk music, but none have grabbed my heart the way Zoe Speaks has. Love it!

  • Awesome selection of songs!
    author: Char

    It's difficult to choose which song I like best...I like them all! Terrific stories and messages set to great tunes. Have played this over and over and will continue!

  • Terrific
    author: Jay Fillion

    I have not heard a better first four songs (all originals) on a CD in a long time. The whole CD is fresh and heartfelt. The past and future of Appalachian music come alive.

  • Magic Music for a classic in the making...
    author: Penny Bodner

    Pearl has the right stuff to become a classic; like Tapestry and other now classic albums, the magic music of Pearl is every bit as awesome! I have yet to get tired of it, and have been listening to it now for two months straight. It is my favorite c.d.

  • this shows a different side to great music
    author: megan

    all of the rap and useless music cloging up the airways is just sad, mitch and carla are so amazing! they give a breath of fresh air

  • The more you listen, the more you love it!!
    author: Corrie Behnken

    Wow! I knew that I loved Zoe Speaks when I heard them on Raven Radio, but now that the CD is in my player...I can't take it out!! The more we listen, the more we love. Great texture and lyrics and goodness.

  • Money's our God is a hit in the making along with Angels Wings
    author: Rob Hymer

    Very soothing CD. Has about 7 songs which are very big hits in my book. Keep up the great song writing Mitch and Carla!

  • Speaks to me - wonderful
    author: Christy Rager

    I love this cd. it is even better after seeing zoe speaks perform these songs to understand each song's background and meaning. Angel wings has honestly helped me to deal with loss of my grandfather, It is a spiritual and personal song, a touching perfect explanation of my feeling about letting go and allowing God to soothe your soul. Pearl, Money's our god, and Small things are my other favorites. Small things speaks to me too. Wonderful CD

  • Great CD!
    author: K. I. Konkol

    Really enjoyed this CD, especially Money's Our God. Liked it so much that I bought a CD for my son!

  • At least one inspiring song
    author: Leo Heska

    I gave one song, "Money's our God", to our local "radical priest". I'm betting he'll use it at the guitar mass. This is a nice CD.

  • Something for anyone on this CD.
    author: Todd

    A great combination of tunes. It's hard to pick a favorite song, as they are all wonderfully rendered.

  • How can one small CD say so much? It soothes the soul.
    author: Lyle

    If you can't take a vacation this year,listen to this CD...especially Track 4. You'll be transported against your will!!!!

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