Vocalist
Charlie Sizemore, known not only for his solo efforts but for his work with
Ralph Stanley, puts his bluegrass polish on the songs of
Tom T. Hall on this release. He adds a heart-piercing, emotional spin to a lot of the tracks, as his expressive singing is a far cry from
Hall's less-emotive style.
Hall even makes a cameo appearance here, as does
Kathy Mattea (on "I Flew Over Our House Last Night") and
the Oak Ridge Boys (on "Me and Jesus").
Sizemore's boss,
Ralph Stanley, even adds his distinctive high-lonesome harmony to "I'll Never Do Better Than You." Since breaking out on his own,
Sizemore has made a habit out of releasing fine country/bluegrass albums with a host of top-notch visitors. This tribute to
Tom T. Hall is no exception. ~ Erik Hage