Cyd WardCountry of origin:U.S. Type of music generally:Contemporary folk Status:Most recent release, Between the Lines (2002) See also:Cyd Ward's Sonicbids page Comparisons:Other contemporary folk singers Covers/own material:Mostly own; occasional covers General comments:Cyn Ward has a rich voice and does guitar-based contemporary folk. Her songwriting is strong, though very much within her genre—what makes her stand out is her strong voice, which is always on the edge of harshness, which gives her ballads and edge and her life to her more lively tunes. (sophiagurley@hotmail.com) Recommended first album:Between the Lines is her debut Recordings:Between the Lines (2002) Between the LinesRelease info:2002—Ribbit Records—RR 101 Availability:See website for availability Ecto priority:Recommended for fans of contemporary folk Group members:Cyd Ward—acoustic guitar, vocals, recorder Guest artists:Joe Cullison—acoustic guitar, bass Produced by:Cyd Ward and John Marsden Comments:This is a wide-ranging collection of songs, from sweet ballads to folkrockers to political songs to country. They hare held together by strong musicianship (the guitar work is especially lovely) and Cyn Ward's rich, mature voice. THe songs will be a little didactic for some tastes, but fans of contemporary folk will find much to enjoy here. (sophiagurley@hotmail.com) Thanks to sophiagurley@hotmail.com for work on this entry.
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