Diane Birch, Bible Belt

I didn't know what to expect from this new artist, Diane Birch. I had never heard of her before and was not a big fan of this type music. It seems to have a little of a gospel, soul, R&B, and classic rock sound. However, after the first song I was hooked.

Diane Birch ' s - Bible Belt album, opens with one of my favorites, "Fire Escape ' It is a soulful song, about loss and love. It will open your mind for what ' s to come on the rest of the album. Diane seduces you with the lyrics and slowly entices you with the melodies. Her voice is relaxing.

"Bible Belt" was recorded in New York City and New Orleans with the same producers who collaborated on Joss Stone's first albums. Her music speaks volumes about heartbreak, love, and loss. ' Rise Up ' , is another inspiring song that carries and upbeat tempo that soon has you feeling uplifted even through the tears.

As I was growing up, I listened to a lot of Carol King, which Diane reminds me a lot of. She has been compared to a whole host of musicians, but really does have her own sound.

Overall, the Diane Birch ' s Bible Belt has the right balance of songs with the right balance of themes; love, pain, heartache. I recommend this album for all ages. It is a must to add to your music collection.

I was skeptical at first because of the title of CD - Bible Belt and how young Diane Birch looked on the front of the CD. Looks are deceiving and I was pleasantly surprised at what I heard.

If you like the Blues, Folk, Gospel, pop, with a little country twang thrown in then you will love this CD like I do!

I love the songs Fire Escape and Rise Up - they have a great beat and you can really get into the songs. She has definitely created a style that works! Reminds me of some of the music my parents listened to when I was young.

Her voice reminds me of Carly Simon, Nora Jones and Joss Stone with some Jennifer Nettles from Sugarland thrown in for good measure.

I played this at work and so many people were stopping me to ask who that was I had playing.

Thanks Diane for some great music that brings back good memories!

I know you will love this CD just like I did and fall in love with Diane's voice and music - reminds me of the 60's and 70's growing up and listening to the music that my