In review--The World's Woes (Tales of the Unknown)
Kyle Carey Monongah Independent Release I want to thank Angel Romero of World Music Central for forwarding me American songster Kyle Carey’s self-release Monongah . The recording which blends Appalachian, light gospel, and Celtic folk sounds refreshing with its compelling stories. Carey has talent to burn as a songwriter, and a mature, clear voice in which to deliver her stories—more or less tales with some intriguing characters. Not only that the musician brings luminous musical talent on board with musicians from Lunasa and Cherish the Ladies, among others. Her stories are sung against a lush background of mandolin, guitar, and banjo. I think I might have heard some strings in there somewhere to, but it’s late in the day and my brain feels exhausted. I do remember the sweet melodies that climb into my head and I catch myself humming them. The cadence of Devil at your Back with its lilting guitar rolling along cert...