Laura Veirs The Triumphs And Travails Of Orphan Mae Retro US Tour 1975 40th Anniversary is probably better

40th Anniversary is probably better enjoyed with the visual component of the accompanying DVD

Its an eclectic but beautifully fluent narrative from a finger picking maestro with a warm and engaging vocal style that wowed Peel and Whispering Bob back in the day

Distant piano

the microphone is a true and lasting companion

Laura Veirs The Triumphs And Travails Of Orphan Mae Retro US Tour 1975 40th Anniversary is probably better"A fascinating glimpse of Veirs' nascent talent. Even this early on in her career, Veirs' slightly spooked voice conveys a strong sense of place, especially when singing about her beloved wilderness in the American Northwest. And in case you're wondering, no she doesn't vote Republican. Dubbed 'art country' by a local news paper, Veirs sounds a little like Suzanne Vega might have if she'd grown up in such a place. The two albums [Year of Meteors &